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THE MORNING OREGONIAN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1905. WILL HOLD QUI BalfounGovernmentHas Grip on Office. HE AVOIDS THE ROCKS British Parliament 'Has sumed Business. Re- OPENED BY KING IN STATE Lansdowne'Says This Is No Time for Mediation in War Balfour Dodges Fiscal Issue Skilfully. LONDON. Feb. 14. The first day's pro cecdings in Parliament lent rather a de cided impression in the lobbies that the government will manage to hold out till the end of the session. The government's legislative programme, which is devoted in the main to social reforms, -will be fairly popular, while the avoidance of 'dif rlcult questions like that of the redlstri f billion of seats and Premier Balfour's firmness in thrusting aside the fiscal problem, all will tend in the same di rection. On the other hand, the Liberals appear to be as distant as ever from any ap proach to unanimity on the vexed ques tion of the leadership. Sir Henry Camp holl-Basnerman, Earl Spencer, Herbert Henry Asqulth and Sir Henry Hartley Fowler, aD arc spoken of as possible leaders of the next Liberal ministry, to say nothing of Lord Rosebery's even su perior claim to that position, should he be inclined to exert his influence. Ecrything will depend upon Mr. Bal four's success in holding his followers together and overcoming the apathy born of the knowledge that the whole country is looking for and expecting a general election. The position of Sir Anthony MacDonnell, nader-sccretary for Ireland, in the "Union ist councils, threatens to bring a storm about the government's head! MacDon- jiell is credited with being responsible for Secretary Wyndham's more liberal policy toward Ireland, and is accordingly hated by the Ulster section of the Irish Union ists, who, led by Sir Edward Carson, are doing their utmost to overthrow him. At a meeting of Irish "Unionists today a resolution was adopted censuring Mr. Wyndham for "abdicating his position and responsibility in favor of a subordi nate official with a policy of his own. directed to destroying the basis of Irish unionism," andprotestlng . against the government's permitting such an abuse of power. No Time for Mediation in War. At the -resumption of business in the House of Lords, Lord Chancellor Salis bury read the icing's speech, and the Marquis of "Winchester, Conservative, moved the address In reply. Earl Spencer, the Liberal leader, re ferred to the war in the Far East. He paid it was the most earnest desire of the people of Great Britain to see the end of the conflict, and he trusted. His Majesty's government would not lose a fair and proper opportunity to bring the conflict to a peaceful solution. Foreign Secretary Lansdownc expressed his sorrow and concern at the continu ance of the war in the Far East, and yaid that, should an opportunity for bring ing It to a close prosent itself, the gov ernment would avail itself thereof with alacrity, but an attempt at intervention now would mean retarding the very ob ject desired. Narrowly Escaped War. Great Britain had endeavored, not un successfully, to maintain the strictest neutrality. la regard to the most difficult and embarrassing question of contraband, the government. Lord Lansdowne con tinued, had upheld the wise and time honored policy of securing the narrow est possible restrictions of the defini tion o contraband articles. It was satisfactory to have been able to ar rive at a reasonable modus vivendi. Since July hot a single British vessel had been interfered with except where clearly a blockade-runner. -Referring to the North Sea incident. Lord Lansdownc said that once, and only once, were they near being drawn into the vortex of war. He need hardly say it arose in connection with the North Sea incident, to which he only referred because he desired to acknowl edge the kindly remarks of Earl Spen cer, who had congratulated the govern ment upon its conduct 'of the negotia tions following the Dogger Bank affair. Reform in Macedonia. Speaking on the subject of Macedonia, Lord Lansdowne said there was a con sensus of opinion among thefrpowcrs In favor of drastic reforms, and a scheme would be proposed which, be hoped, would meet with sympathetic criticism. The troubles in Macedonia wore not merely a case of Turkish mismanage ment, which might be ended by a stroke of the pen, but the conditions in Macedonia were not equaled in the civ ilized world at the moment. Russia and Austria, upon whom the powers tonferrcd a mandate to deal with the Macedonian problem, have put forward a ni w scheme of reform, which is under discussion. But the Foreign Secretary was unable to present it in detail to the House. The British government was satisfied that it made a step in advance. Lord Lansdowne also referred to the Anglo-French agreement. He said it ha' been of no little value In settling' many difficulties. In referring to South Africa, the For eign Secretary said that the British government was prepared to give the Transvaal first and the other colonies latT. not self-government, but repre sentative institutions. Touching, upon the Thibet expedition. Lord Lansdowne said that the attitude ot hc givrnment tpward Thibet had been absolutely consistent. Colonel Younghusband (the British, political agent who "headed the mission) had transgressed Ills Instruction when he arranged for British forces to remain In the Cumbl district for 75 year., and this action Tiad been repudiated by His Majesty's government. The Foreign Secretary declined to en ter Into an explanation of the negotia tions with Afghanistan. He said it would not be desirable at the present time to lay the papers before the Kousse. The Secretary briefly?' referred to the naval and military situation .saying the departments were moving as rapidly as consistent with wisdom. In regard to alien immigration, the Secretary said it was clearly indicated by the sentiment that the government must deal with the situation "thoroughly. In conclusion. Foreign Secretary Lansdowne returned to the redistribu tion bill, which he said could not be passed at the present session. After a few words front Lord Goschen, Liberal, the address was agreed to and the House of Lords adjourned. Fiscal Question Is Raised. The House of Commons assembled for business at 4 o'clock. Joseph Cnamber laln, Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, A. J. Balfour and other favorites were warmly greeted by their respective sup porters. The new members who took the oath Included Harry Marks (who succeeds tho late James Lowther as representa tive of the Island of Thanet), but as he had not brought the official return of his election, Mr. Marks had to leave the House until he obtained it. "W. A. Mount. Conservative, and Samuel Roberts, Conservative, seconded the ad dress In reply to the King's speech. The first division approaching party lines oc curred In the House of Commons when Mr. Dalvlel (Liberal) moved that the House censure Lord Arlington for breach ot privilege by his action in the North Dorset election. Premier Balfour said nothing could be gained by continuing the discussion and moved the previous ques tion, which was carried. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman. the Liberal leader In tho house, speaking of Mr. Mount's motion, bitterly assailed the government, which, ho said, was evading tho fiscal question, as shown by the fail ure of the mover of the address to refer to it. He said that the opposition would shortly endeavor to secure a straight answer from Premier Balfour, showing whether or not he was In agreement with Joseph Chamberlain's proposals. He con tinued almost up to 7:30 P. M., when Sir Edgar Vincent, Conservative, took up the debate and was speaking when the house suspended Its sitting. The first hour and a half of the night session way taken up with desultory speeches in tho debate upon the 'address in reply to the speech from the throne. Premier Balfour rose at 10:30 o'clock to reply to Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman. Mr. Balfour Justified the government's action In Thibet, said it was the Minis try's earnest desire to maintain the friendliest relations with Afghanistan and that negotiations were proceeding satis factorily; touched on Chinese labor In South Africa and repeated Lord Lans downe's pronouncement with regard to the future of the South African colonies. He also defended the sugar convention. Replying to Sir Henry Campbell-Banncr-man's assertion that the government was too feeble to carry out an effective vol ley. Mr. Balfour said the decision lay entirely with the House of Commons whether it could effectively carry out the mandate of the people and the duties In trusted to it by the sovereign. Mr. Balfour protested against bringing the fiscal question before this Parlia ment and said It was entirely irrelevant. He was unable, he said, to make his po sition clearer than he already had done. He taunted the opposition on the exist ing confusion concerning its future pro gramme. The House of Commons adjourned, at 11:15 P. M. ' " H. H. Asquitb will move the following: We humbly represent to Tour Majesty that the various aspects of tho' fiscal question "have been fully discussed In the country for nearly two years, and that the time has come for sub. mittlnjj the question to the people without fur ther delay. It is understood tho leaders of the op position favor conclusion of this question on February 16. ROYAL POMP AND CEREMONY King Edward Opens Parliament and Reads His Speech. LONDON, Feb. 14. Tho sixth session of the first Parliament of his reign was opened by King Edward with all the his toric pageantry which has marked the ceremony since his accession. The Sov ereign hlmBelf read the speech from the throne to tho assembled Lords and Com mons' in the upper chamber. The only reference to the Russo-Japanese War, which, the King said, "unhap pily continues," was to announce that "my government has been careful to ob serve In the strictest manner the obliga tions incumbent upon a neutral power." The lengthiest paragraph, devoted to the Balkans, says the situation continues to give cause for anxiety. The measures adopted at the Instance of the Austro Russlan governments have been instru mental In bringing about some ameliora tion in tho state of the disturbed dis tricts, but "these measures have still to be supplemented by radical reforms, espe cially of the financial system, before any permanent improvement can be effected in tho administration of these provinces of the Turkish Empire." The speech noted with satisfaction that the Austro-Hungarlan government had addressed to the Porte proposals for this purpose, and added that the British gov ernment was in communication with the powers concerned upon this ImDortant subject. ' Conc-atulatorv references wiro main t the visit of the King and Queen of Portu gal to .England, to tho ratification of the Anglo-French Convention, and to the ar- oitrauon agreements witn Sweden and Norway. Portugal and Switzerland. The speech also mentioned the Interna tional commission. "Intrusted with tho Investigation of the circumstances con nected with the disaster to British trawl ers which resulted from the action of the Russian fleet in the North Sea, and of apportioning the responsibility for this deplorable Incident." ' The King expressed the hope that the steps to establish a representative con stitution for the Transvaal would result In substantial progress toward the ulti mate goal of complete self-government. The Kin sr referred to tho Thlhotan . pedition, to the exchange of visits be tween representatives of Lord Curson of Kprfleston. the Viceroy of India. nnH the Ameer of Afghanistan, to discuss ques tions affecting the relations of the twb governments, and concluded with men tioning the proposals for tho redistribu tion of Parliamentary seats to be laid be fnrpi ihr Commons, the alien hill tn u introduced, and the legislation dealing with the unemployed, besides other Im portant legislation. Morn than usual Interest ntfprhM tn today's opening of Parliament, as the oeuei is pracucauy universal tnat it will be the last session of the present Parliament. Even should the covern- ment escape defeat. It Is thought that Premier Balfour will voluntarily dissolve Parliament In the Autumn and tnk tho opinion of the countrv on the fiKnfll nnd other questions now agitating the elec torate. Good weather favored today's naceant Big crowds were about from an early hour, watching the assemblage of the troops which lined the route from Buck ingham Palace to the Hoiisft nf Trv The usual interest was shown hi the ume-iionoreo searcn or tne vaults be neath tho Houses of Parliament by the yeomen of the guard, with their lanterns and halberds. Between this ceremony, and the appear ance of the royal procession, a constant stream of carriages containing peers and peeresses. In their robes of state, and officers in brilliant uniforms, enlivened the somewhat tedious wait. The royal processions were the same as last year. That of the Prince and Princess of Wales from Marlborough House, con sisting of three carriages with an- escort of Household Cavalry, preceded by a few minutes the cortego of the King and lh'e Queen from Buckingham Palace. Five state carriages, each with six horses, bearing state officials, preceded the royal coach with the sovereigns, drawn by the eight cream-colored Hungarians which have figured in all the state processions of recent years. The Household Cavalry acted as a bodyguard, while In pursuance of their privilege a detachment of yeomen of the guard marched alongside the state coach. The scenes In the neighborhood of Buck ingham Palace were particularly ani mated. Large crowds selected these points to view the pageant. When the sovereigns Issued from the gates of the palace they were greeted with a great burst of enthusiasm, which quickly spread the whole length of the fine "new proces sional road leading from the site of the Victoria Memorial to the Horse Guard Parade, and accompanied the xnonach and his escort through the route. At the royal entrance beneath the Vic toria tower of the House of Lords, the King was received by the high officers of state, and passed in procession to the roblng-room. Thence, accompanied by the Queen, His Majesty repaired to the House of Lords, preceded by the crown and other regalia, carried by their heredi tary bearers, and by the heralds an nouncing the approach of the sovereigns. The scene in the gilded chamber on the arrival of their Majesties was most picturesque and brilliant. Its small compass was crowded to excess with members of the royal family. Peers, Judges. Bishops, Ambassadors and the privileged members of 'the House of Commons, who were attired in the gayest state costumes. The King seated himself on the throne and commanded the attendance of the speaker and members of the House of Commons. On the arrival of the latter, the King rose and read the speech In a clear, firm vplce. The short ceremony then ended, the King and Queen retired to the rob ing room, the procession was reformed, and their majesties returned to the Palace over the route by which they came. Policy of Irish Nationalists. LONDON, Feb. 14. At a meeting of Irish Nationalists in the committee-room of the House of Commons today, presided over by John Redmond, it was decided at once to commence an active campaign and move amendments to the address In reply to the speech from the throne on the subjects of home rule. Catholic universi ties and the Irish land act. Mr. Redmond has received the following cable message from the United Irish League: "The United Irish League of America wishes God-speed to the Irish party in smashing the Tory government. The Irish of America smashed the treaty wTth Great Britain. Another thousand pounds fol lows In a few days to aid In the work. God, save Ireland." LARGE SAVINGS . POSSIBLE Artistic Picture FramingHighest Class Watch RepairingVery Reasonable Prices EMPEROR REFUSED ONE THING Agreed to Kossuth's Demand for Electoral and Customs Reform. BUDAPEST. Feb. H.-It is stated in opposition circles here that at the audi ence which Francis Kossuth had with Emperor Francis Joseph In Vienna on Sunday, the demands of the opposition for electoral reform and the creation of a separate customs system were conceded by the Emperor, but that concessions to the army werx? refused. Herr Kossuth Is expected to make a statcmont concerning the audience at the forthcoming meeting of the Independence party. The Hunga rian Parliament probably will not be able to meet on February 17, because it Is not likely that a new Cabinet will have' Been formed by that date. Julius Just, Kos suthisL probably will be elected president of the Lower House. Revolution at Hand in Venezuela. WILLEMSTAD. 'island of Curacao, Feb. 14. A Venezuelan revolutionary agont left here today for New York. Signs indicate that a revolution against President Castro may break out in the near future. Her Islands Not for Sale. PARIS. Feb. 14. Dr. Renddn. the Min ister -pf Ecuador to this capital, denied that his government proposes to sell tho Galipagos Islands. WITH OPEN" AMIS. (Continued from First Page.) the President appeared at the door of the restaurant to take his carriage to the Jersey City ferry, where he arrived at 11:30 o'clock and boarded the ferry and was taken to Jersey City, where he board ed the regular Pennsylvania train for Washington and left Jersey City at 12:37. There were two special cars for the President and his party. The train will arrive In Washington about 6 o'clock. Reform the Senate, Says Sulzer. After the President bad left the restau rant. Congressman Sulzer spoke, eulo gizing Mr. Roosevelt and criticizing the Senate. He said: I shall tand by the President In his flght against the Senate of the United States. He Is right in the Senatorial controversy, and I believe the American people will uphold and sustain him in his fair and Just contention. "We never can secure the reforms the American people want and demand, we can never change the plutocratic system now enthroned and in power throughout the country, until we reform the Senate of the United States. HE SPENDS VERY QUIET DAY President Lunches With Friends and Sits for Portrait. NEW YORK. Feb. 14. The President rose late today, and had few visitors dur ing the forenoon. His plans for the day Included lunch at the University Club at noon and a quiet afternoon with friends at the residence of Douglas Robinson, his brother-in-law. Among the President's callers, who were received by appointment, were George W. Perkins, the banker, and Otto Von Krumhar, who is painting the Presi dent's picture, and to whom the President gave a sitting. The luncheon at the University Club was an entirely private affair. Those present were: J. B. Bishop, editor of the Globe; Secretary Taft, Secretary Loeb, Ellhu Root. Nicholas Murray Butler. Co-Operative Piano Buying Makes Owning a Fine Piano Possible for All. "While the co-operative piano clubs are growing rapidly day by. day. the people outside this city do not seem to compre hend the power of this co-operative plan, as scores of Inquiries seem to attest. now let us take this plan up thoroughly once more: First of all. It Is not new. It Is not even new to the piano business. The Ellers Piano House itself, in several of Its stores, brought about a saving to the piano-buyers of thousands of dollars in the piano clubs of 1902 and 1903. But never heretofore Was It undertaken on so large a scale and with practically the en tire Eners line of pianos, including the costliest of Chickerings and Kimballs, and also the Webers. Co-operation is nothing more nor less than the strongest busiuess principle In operation today, and as such It cannot be put Into force too often. It would ap ply to shoes, groceries or books just as well as to pianos. If you bought a hun dred pairs of shoes or if a hundred of you gave an order for one pair of shoes each, through some purchasing agent, you would get them cheaper than you do where each of you buys separately. That Is all there Is to our co-operative Piano Club Sale. But la , proportion as tho price of a piano is greater than the price of a pair of shoes, so in just that same proportion Is the co-operative saving on a piano that much greater than would be the co-operative saving upon a pair or two of shoes. The average piano is ninety times as costly as the average pair of shoes, and the co-operative saving is ninety times as great. We have figured that a saving of from 575 to 5150 on the average piano can be made on a co-operative purchase of 1000 pianos; and we absolutely guar antee that we will make you the saving of at least 573 on any piano you may choose. We give you thirty makes of famous pianos to choose rrom. and we offer the smallest of deposits and the eas iest of terms on your purchase. Think of buying one of the Club "A" pianos at 51.25 a week, at a saving, too. of at least 5118 on a regular new and warranted 5300 piano! "Economy is the road to wealth," and music is the road to happiness and cul ture. So that if you desire both happi ness and wealth you will not fall to give this plan your personal Investigation. Call at or write to Ellers Piano House. 351 Washington street, corner Park. Port land. Or. Large stores also San Fran cisco. Stockton and Oakland, Cal.; Spo kane and Seattle. Wash.: Boise and Lew iston, Idaho. CUT THIS OUT AND MAIL TO US. IT COSTS YOU NOTHING. Ellers Piano House. 251 Washington street, cor. Park. Portland. Or.: Please send catalogues and all In formation about the new piano clubs. Name Address president of Columbia University; Dr. Albert Shaw, editor of Jhe Review of Re views: Justice B. McLaughlin, of the Ap pellate Division of the Supreme Court; F. Whitrldge and S. H. Olin. attorneys, and -Henry W. Taft. brother of the Sec retary of War. Mrs. Roosevelt spent most of the morn ing shopping. Rich Ore Causes a Contest. BAKER CITY. Or.. Feb. 14. An important- mining suit was filed in the Cir cuit Court of this county this morning, involving the lease of what Is known as the Tabor Fraction, a claim adjoining the Columbia Mining Company's ground. This ground was secir-ed by" purchase several months ago by the Geissr-Hen-dryx Investment Company. It Is now held under a bond and lease by the Columbia Mining Company, and the Gelscr-Hendryx Investment Company Is suing for an ac counting and avoidance of the bond and lease. It Is alleged that the defendants have taken out' over 5500.000 during" the past 14 months. It is a very rich claim, and one over which there has been a great deal of contention, since It was discovered that It contained a ledge of Immensely rich ore. The plaintiffs are trying to oust the defendants from the property and secure possession themselves. It Is alleged that there Is many thousands In rich ore now In sight. Pacific Gets Trainer Moulton. PACIFIC UNIVERSITY. Forest Grove. .Or.. Feb. 14. (Special.) Track Manager wiuard Wirtz today completed negotia tions with "Dad"- Moulton, the celebrated track-tralncr of Stanford University, en gaging him to take charge' of Pacific's track squad during the coming season. Mr. Moulton Is the best-known trainer on the Coast. With many of the men developed by McCoughcrn still In school. Pacific will again send a formidable team after cham pionship honors. Gentle Jests at Willamette. SALEM, Or.. Feb. 14. (Special.) At Willamette University tonight a joint so cial meeting of the Phllodorian and Phl lodosian Literary Societies was held, but the Interesting part and the part not tiron Pills Ironize the blood, feed the norvM and brain, tone tne swimacn. am ingestion, and give street, restful, natural sleep. S0e.orL PruezistHorbrmkilof ns. Hood's Pills SS After-dinner pill, purely Tegatxble- easy to take, easy to operate. 23c. DrarclsU or mail. I. I. Hood Co. Lowell. Xf Made by Ilood It's Good AND SAPOLIO FOR TOILBT AND BATH firngmr reaghcaetf by aeedlewrk catch every stain and Isok hopelessly dirty. Haai Sajell removes mot only tfee dirt, but alsa th loosened, Injure dtkle, and rattoret the fingers ti tkmlr nmtural beauty. Alfc QR0CBR3 AFO DRUQQISTS Tutt's Pills Cure Ail Liver His. Prevention better than cure. Tutt's Liver Pills will not only cure, but if taken in time will prevent Sick Headache, dyspepsia, biliousness, malaria, constipation, jaundice, torpid liver and kindred diseases. TUTT'S Liver PILLS ABSOLUTELY CURE. 6 laaajiytt e & Co. "Fair Flag" Hat PinsBroocties, 25c On sale in the Jewelry Store, new Hat Pins and Brooches in the design of a flag enameled in the proper gilt very pretty inexpensive, too only 25 each. See Third-street window. Silk Gloves, 50c Windsor Ties, 25c Of course we've always had Silk Gloves at 50e mighty good ones?, too. at that price but these are much better than any Tve had before. Double ringer tipped. Black, white, brown, mode, navy and slate. Everybody tells us that we've the best selection of Windsor Ties in the city. Cer tain it is that the are selling very w.ell. We also show neve narrow Four-in-Kand Ties in plaid and striped effects in all colors. Men's Medium -Weight Merino Underwear, garment lllp Natural Gray Merino Shirts and Drawers proper Spring weight Shirts have silk faced front, ribbed cuffs and skirt Drawers have reinforced gussets and taped seams. Tan Covert Jackets Tan Covert Cloth Jackets, being natty, dressy and be coming to almost every figure, fill a place in woman's ward robe peculiarly their own. There are many new Covert Cloth Jackets in tan color, made up along the very latest style lines of this season. $17.50 Plain tailored Jackets. 24 inches long.' tight fitt'ic, satin lined, self buttons, new large leg-o '-mutton sleeve. $20. 00 24-inch Jacket, wide strapped seams, extending lo waist, with slight fullness below given by small side plaits, collarless effect, button trimmed, fly front, leg-o '-mutton sleeve with cuff. Also 24-inch Jacket with coat collar, leg-o '-mutton sleeve, narrow strapping ou seams with pin tucks running crosswise from side seams, satin lined, fly front. Also 24-inch Jacket with six rows of narrow straps to waist line, a slight fullness is given below by inverted box plait, fly front, plaited leg-o '-mutton sleeve. f?? ?ft 94-i tifh Jjiftkpts. fiv spurns with stranninn nnrnss li:wk. li sleeves strapped to match, trimmed with self buttons, satin lined. 0 $25.00 26-inch Jackets, coat collar, leg-o -mutton sleeve, slot seam back, fly front, taffeta silk lined. The New Brown Veilings Are Here Plain Brown Chiffon Veilings, yard. ..25 . Hemstitched Brown Chiffon Veiling, Crepe Finish Brown Chiffon Veiling, yard... 35 yar( '50 Brown Silk Illusions . -o j m7 Yard 18c, 25c and 35c Iain Brown Tuxedo Nets . , , M'.' ' .7 , 0TV. OK 1 ( JLOHCU UiUWU 1UACUU liCLa x ai U. ........ MVJ wwy UiU Spring 1905 Embroidery Sale Bargains The Great Embroidery Sale now in progress here offers opportunities in plenty for buying at decided savings on your anticipated outlay of cash; all clean, crisp, fresh goods pretty patterns eight price groups G, 86, 10, 11, lod, 19,25 and 29 ml .Wolfe g) Co LADIES' OUTFITTERS ILVERFIELDS A FOURTH AND MORRISON Great Suit Special Women's $30.00 Suits $19.85 A very special line of Ladies' Fine Suits of cheviot mixtures and broadcloth in blacK, blue, brown, gray and gray mixtures, made in the very latest styles including those having' tight-fitting coats, plain box coats and coats with fancy vest effects, handsomely trimmed with velvet and braid. The sKirts are especially well cut, fitting' snugly around the hips and having' a slight flare at the bottom. This is by far the finest Suit Suecial we have ever offered and as there are not a great many you should be among the first to inspect the line. Regular $30.00 Suits at $19.85 The Finest Furs The Silverfield Company has- long enjoyed the reputation of being the Leading Furriers of the Great Northwest. Being manufacturers and always keeping abreast of the times as to the- latest Euro pean and American styles, onr stocks are practically the same as those of the leading furriers in this country and abroad. We also show a large assort ment of novelties of unusual beauty of which there are few or no duplicates permitting full gratifica tion of the desire for exclusiveness in style.- The Btock is complete in range, including 'pieces priced as low as really dependable Furs can be sold, and to the more expensive pieces classed as luxuries. REMODELING AND REPAIRING FURS AT REDUCED PRICES OF Bags and Purses $1.50 ENVELOPE BAGS 65c We are closing out a line of beautiful Envelope Bags made of fine grain leather, handsomely lined with silk and fitted with purse, mirror and card case, and having an extra strong clasp. Bags that have always sold for $1.25 and $1.50, on sale for 75c OPERA BAGS 45c Opera Bags of fine corded silk in the popular "Dolly Varden" effects, handsomely lined with silk and having a handsome bar and silk m m cord fastener; regular 75c Bag :.. tOC 65c down on the programme was the "rough houso" actions or their rival?. Their re f res laments were carried off and ice cream and cake Intended for SO people were en joyed by a much smaller gathering. Christianity the Foundation. SALEM. Or Feb. U. (Special.) "Iack of Religious Principles Respon sible for the Degeneracy of Our Times" vras the subject of an address delivered by the Hon. R. D. Hume to the students of Willamette University this morning. "The foundation of the home, the stnto and the nation Is Christianity,' declared the sneaker, "and anv .le- artura .from, tnese principles Is .bound 1 t'o doom any nation on the face Of the earth." Licenses for Dairymen. NORTH YAKIiLA, Wash.. Feb. 14. (Special.) It has been decided by the City Health Board to compel all dairymen and others supplying milk In this city to un dergo an Investigation and take a li cense, Consldcrauie complaint about bad milk has lately been made to the health officers. Deserter Surrenders- to Sheriff. HOOD RIVER. Or.', Feb. 14. (Special.) Deputy Sheriff Ollngcr left this evening for Vancouver. . Barracks, with Pri vate Charles E. Smith, who deserted in January from the Third Cavalry at Fort Assinnlbolne. Mont. Smith was fa tigued and almost dead from exposure when he delivered himself to Ollnger. Cuts Mite Automobile Record. HAVANA. Feb. 14. H. W. Fletcher to day lowered the world's automobile one mile road record one second, by driving the 80-horsepower machine of E. R. ;i nomas that distance In 45 seconds. "It was so Imprudent for her to marry a poor man." "res. Indeed; in the "event oir a divorce he won't be able to pay any alimony to apeak of..' New- York Press i