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About Morning Oregonian. (Portland, Or.) 1861-1937 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 21, 1914)
TTTC MORNING OltEGOyiAy. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 21, 1914. 9 V WITHYC01E BUSY WITH JOB HUNTERS Each State Office Has Horde of Candidates, Even Those That Carry No Salary. EX-SHERIFFS PULL WIRES Penitentiary Wardenship Appeals to Many Reorganization of Several Posts Are Forecast to Onst ' Democrats Xow In. Applicants for Jobs under the new state administration are growing: more numerous every day. No office within the rift of either the Governor, the Legislature or the State Board of Control has been over looked by any of theeager band of office seekers. The superintendency and wardenship of the State Penitentiary now seem the most oesirabie, judging from the num ber of aspirants. To read over a list of applicants for these places is like scanning a regis ter of the ex-Sheriffs of various Ore- Son counties. Among the most prominent candi dates now in the field for the peniten tiary superintendency are Ell Maddox. ex-faherirr of Clackamas . County; rnomas jjinnvllle, ex-Sheriff of Clat sop County, and Harry P. Minto, ex. Bherlff of Marion County. It is reported also that John Minto, of Portland, is a receptive candidate for the place in the event his brother, tiarry, is not appointed. Some May Be Retained. It is generally conceded that the new administration will restore the former policy at the penitentiary and retain a superintendent as well as a warden. Among the prominent applicants for the wardenship are "Dad" Hunter and Andy Vaughn, Portland detectives Frank Curtis, an ex-warden; James Cooper, of Portland, and several others In Portland and other parts of the state. Although the Governqr has not the power to appoint a state game warden a great many Republicans are proceed ing on the theory that a reorganiza tion will follow the advent of the new administration and that the office will become vacant. J. D. Zurcher, of Roseburg, who was In Portland on business yesterday. wants to do game warden, so does D. l-. Ward man, who served as field sec retary for the Republican county com mittee in Portland during the recent campaign. Ward man has many in lursBiuBuia. uiaer candidates . are William P. Lake, of Portland, and Ed Morgan, of Washington County. Applicants for the office of state -printer are more than ordinarily active. inasmuch as that place ia to be filled before the close of the present admin lstratlon. Governor West has the ap pointing power, but he has Indicated his desire to allow Governor-elect withycombe to name the man. In that event a number of prominent Repub llcans will seek the office. Among in em are ueorge u. lu snyder, of Salem H. O. Kundret. of Portland: W. M. Plimton, the present secretary of the t-tate .Printing Board, and probably K. . K. Kubli, of Portland. Portland Man Seeks Plaee. Although the office of State Insur ance Commissioner does not expire until January, 1917, a good many Republicans want the Legislature to change the law so that the office can be filled by one of their number im mediately after the new administration goes into power. Among the appli cants for the place are Henry C Prud homme. a Portland insurance man. Marvey Wells, of Portland, who servea as treasurer of the Republican State Committee, also has been men. tioned in that connection, but he denies mat ne is an applicant. Local Insur ance men point out that Wells' pres ent income from blB own insurance business is far In excess of the salary attached to' the job and doubt whether he will take it even if it is tendered him. Wells and Dr. Withycombe have been personal friends for many years. Bowlby Wanted by Republicans. W. W. Lucius, of Portland, Is said to be after the position of state high way engineer, a place now held by Major H. L. Bowlby. A number of prominent Republicans will ask the new Governor to retain Major Bowlby In office. The office pays $3000 a year. Scores of persons have applied to the newly elected Governor for places on the various boards and commissions to which no salaries are attached. At the same time there is a movement on foot among members of the new Legislature- to abolish a good many boards and to consolidate others. One way by which Democrats now In office can be ousted is to abolish the offices that they hold,, then create new offices to handle the same work and fill these offices with Republicans. It Is apparent that considerable pres sure will be brought upon the Legis lature to proceed in this way. This will apply particularly to' the state flsh and game commission, which has the power to appoint the state game warden and the master flsh warden. It is probable that the entire commission will be reorganized. In the event that a new game warden Is to be appointed it Is cer tain that many Republicans partic ularly among the sportsmen will ap peal to the administrtion to retain W. L. Flnley, the Incumbent. Watson's Job Is Songbt. Another desirable plum that Is looked upon longingly by Republioan eyes is the commlssionershp of corporations now held by Ralph. Watson, a West appointee and formerly private secre tary to the present Governor. Watson's 'term does not expire until January 4, 1917, but It has been suggested that the Legislature make the corporation department a bureau In the office of the Secretary of State. The Governor or the board of control then would be empowered to place a man of their own choice at the head of the bureau. - But the office of most Immediate concern is that of private secretary to the Governor. Dr. Withycombe has announced that he will fill this place before another week passes. Although he has a score of applications he is understood to be considering only two or three men seriously. CITY BUYS SAND BLAST Machine Wil Be Used to Clean Steel "Worts on Bridges. A sand blast for use In removing old paint and rust from steel and Iron was purchased by the city yesterday for use in cleaning the steel work on the bridges preparatory to repainting the structures. . The machine was bought from the Fairbanks Morse Com pany for $1770. This concern submit ted the lowest bid. It is said that in many cases the bridge supports are greatly In need of paint. The machine will be delivered within a short time. Toyland, 4th FloorSanta Claus HeadquartersBring the Children Dolls, Games, Horns, Engines, Automobiles, Animals, Trains, Tool Chests, Mechanical Toys in Wonderful Assortment 35c Ribbons 25c THERE will be many interesting things going on in Toyland today, and every little girl and boy in Portland is invited to come and enjoy the sights. Moving trains, -walking animals, automobiles that "go" and conntless other Toys that will delight the hearts of the little ones. Purchases made now will be held and delivered when wanted. Olds9Worttman ScKing Reliable Merchandise Reliable Methods Pacific Phone Marshall 4800 Home Phone A 6231 Always Ask For Your S. & H. Stamps. Main Floor Extra good quality of heavy silk taffeta Ribbons, especially adapted for hair bows. Full 6 inches wide and shown in white, cream, blue, copen, cardinal and black. Bows tied by expert free of charge. O 35c Ribbons, the yard, only""' Double Stamps Today rr Tremendous Clearing Sales Women's Apparel Entire Stock Women's Suits, Coats, Gowns, Dresses, Waists, Skirts, Sweaters, Etc., Reduced in Price $1.50 Union Suits at 98c Famous "Lewis" Make "Lewis" closed-crotch Union Suits in excellent weight for Winter wear. Spring needle ribbed with fashioned wrist and anklet. Also ribbed cuff and anklet. Soft, warm fleece lining. Come in all sizes. Standard Q Ci $1.50 Union Suits now atfOt Men's $1.5Q Shirts A At $1.19 Main Floor Serviceable repps and crystal cloths, styled with French cuffs. Full assortment of sizes. Stand- ft ard $1.50 Shirts now C 1Q priced special at only P 27 Men's Balmacaans $15 to $25 Bgth Robes, House Coats $3.50 to $18 WMM.W Main Floor Before you select the new Overcoat ask the sales man to show you these smart new Balmacaans just received. Dis tinctive new patterns and color ings. Also much in demand by girls and mi&ses. All sizes in the various models to select from. Prices range C9C (f from 515 to piOmUU Men's Pure Linen Handkerchiefs, Main Floor An opportune time to select the Bath Robe or House Coat you plan on giving him for Christmas 1 Our showing em braces a wide variety of models in newest materials, patterns and colors. Sizes for stouts, slims and regulars. And, just think! These goods are C? "J O ff priced $3.50 to P-LOmUU Saturday Special Three for 25 Men's 50c Cashmere Hose 39c Main Floor 41 Don't let this opportunity pass without Sup plying your hosiery needs for months to come. Splendid quality cashmere Hose, fast black with gray heels and toes. These are in medium weight and are 3 Cfg standard 50c quality. The pair- 27 C Sale of Men's Hosiery By the Box Main FloorAlways an acceptable gift and at these prices Saturday will see most active buyinar. 25c Black Cashmere Hose, 6 pairs for $1.35 25c Black Cashmere Hose with natural foot all sizes Box of six pairs now for only $1.35 25c Cashmere Hose, tan, navy, brown, 6 $1.35 25c Natural Gray Cashmere Hose, 6 prs. $1.35 35c Seamless Black Cashmere Hose, 6 prs. $1.75 50c Fine Cashmere Hose, box 6 pairs $2.45 Boys' 2 -Pant Suits for $4.95 Boys' Chinchilla Overcoats V Off Main Floor The utmost in wear ability and style in these splendid Suits for boys. Made of choice woolen fabrics, pants lined, with double-taped seams. Smart Nor folk models. Alsn nt this nriA boys' extra good quality blue serge . special at pS-70 Suits- Priced Main Floor All boys' Chinchilla Overcoats enter a great Clearing Sale at a reduction of Ex cellent heavy coats that will keep the' boys warm and comfortable in all sorts of weather. Good as sortment of sizes to select from. All Chinchilla Coats A g-f are now on sale Women's $20 Coats at $9.98 Season's Smartest Models Extraordinary Sale! Garment Salons, Second Floor Emphasizing the wonderful oppportunities for money-saving in the Great Clearing Sales today we announce a remarkable offering of 210 women's and misses' Coats at practically half price. Every garment is new and thoroughly up to date in every particular every one of them having been selected from our regular lines. Coats for street, dress and sports wear in a representative collection of the styles most in demand right now. Balmacaans, belted effects, loose back models, also many with the smart flare skirt. Zibelines, boucle, cheviots, tweeds, 6erges and various other weaves in serviceable Winter colors. All sizes. Coats selling heretofore up to and CO 02 including $20.00 are now placed on sale for this bargain event at low price of choice pJaiiTO Children's Coats and Dresses Reduced Girls' $14.00 Coats $9.98 Girls' stylish new Win ter Coats in beautiful novelty materials also in zibelines and baby lamb in serviceable Winter colors. Balmacaans and cape models in sizes for girls 6 to 14 years. Coats worth up CQ Qi2 to $14 are placed on sale now at V'2'270 Girls' Winter Coats $5.98 In this assortment we - include a wide range of models in smart belted s'tyles, Balmacaans and box-back effects. Zibe lines, baby lamb, Bedford cords, etc. CJT Q. & Ages 6 to 14. Your choice now at pJZ7J Saturday Ends November "Baby Girls' Woolen Dresses Y Off This includes our en tire line of Girls ' Winter Dresses, ranging in price from $10 up to $21.50. Beautiful new models from America's best makers of girls' dresses. All the wanted materials in checks, plaids and plain colors. Ages 6 to 14 years. Regular A fff $10 to $20.50 Dresses on sale now at tli Girls' Party Dresses Off Scores of dainty mod els in chiffons, laces, silks, etc. All are new 1914 and 1915 styles. Dresses ranging in 1 At (T-ft-price from $12.50 to $21.50 now at -7H Week" Sales of Infants' Wearables In the Basement $7.50 to $10 Dress Skirts $5 Umbrellas $3.95. Main Floor Double "S.&H." Green Trading Stamps today with cash purchases of women's and children's Umbrellas, Gloves, Knit Underwear and Hosiery. Women's fine Silk Um brellas in black and all wanted col ors, plain or sterling trimmed handles. Regular $5.00 quality. j? Q QCT Special Saturday, only Women's $2.25 Monarch CPO fkf Kid Gloves at, the pair "3 Women's 85c Pure Thread fZCZf Silk Hose, blk. and tan, pair " Women's $2.00 extra fZIZ quality Union Suits at P J- Basement Special purchase and sale of 260 women's new Winter Dress Skirts at about half price. These are sure to be snapped up in a hurry, so don't delay. Very latest Fall and Winter styles and only two or three of a kind. Shown in plain colors, plaids, stripes and novelty effects of various kinds. All-wool storm serges, French serges, silks, fancy plaids and mixtures. Complete assortment of regular sizes. Skirts made to sell at $7.50 to $10.00. Spe- I O cial Saturday at only P-'0 Ask for S. & H. Trading Stamps. 'Candy Day9 TODAY at the Bargain Circle on the Main Floor Delicious Candies at Sale Prices Sale of Table .Linens Main Floor Our Annual Sale now in progress offers splendid savings on the world's best Linens. Next Thurs day will be Thanksgiving only a few days left to take advantage of the sale prices. Supply your needs now. Any Trimm Saturday Only! $t Hundreds of Exquisite Hats to Choose From lHy'fiK . . , in the Season's Very Latest Models Priced Heretofore Up to $25 U-NRESTRICTED choice of any Trimmed Hat in the Millinery Salons, on the Second Floor, Saturday for five dollars! In t cludedNire semi-dress and dress Hats, representing all the newest and smartest styles of the moment. Hats for women and young women Hats for every occasion Hats to suit cverv whim, every need and inclination. These Hats are exceptionally well ",i"c "u aiiiouijf uimuieu. jine trimmings consist or practicallv everything that is in vogue, including rich ostrich garnitures, feather fantasies, silver and gold orna ments, ostrich plumes, flowers, ribbons and furs. Black Hats and Hats in all the popular new colors. Hats which formerly sold up to $35.00 are included in the sensational offering for Saturday's selling. fit r gm Any Trimmed Hat for Dept. 2d Floor Saturday Cut -Rats Sale of Drugs and Toilet Articles Dept., Main Floor I Again today the Drug Section will attract hundreds of thrifty buyers. On account of the extreme low prices quoted for Saturday no telephone orders will be filled. This rule will be strictly adhered to. 25c- Domestic Castile t fg Soap on sale Saturday Five Bars Ivory Soap, f Q one Bar Lurline Soap-"- The above Soaps will not be de livered except with other purchases made in the Drug Department, and not more than 6 bars to a customer. 25c Packer's Tar Soap now 12 15c Pears' Unscented Soap at 13 15c 4711 White Rose Soap at 12 35c Bottle Witch Hazel now 21 $1.00 Imported Bocabella Castile Soap on sale now at, the bar, 65 10c Monkey Scouring Soap at 5 10c Hand or Kitchen Sapolio 7& 25c Massatla Talc. Powder at 11 50c Carman's Face Powder 25 25s Jergen's Rice Powder at XOc Williams' Standard 15o size Tal cum Powder on sale now at 10 Standard 25c size Imperial, Tal cum Powder on sale now at 12 25c Ricksecker's Tooth T f Powder on sale now at 50c Dora Bourjois Powder at 39 25c Zozodont Tooth Paste at 10 50o Pebeco Tooth Paste at'SStf $1.50 Oriental Cream at only 89 25c Petro, one-pound jar, at 10S 50c Bay Rum, 16-oz. bottle, 35 50c Fitch's Hair Tonic now 35i Fitch's Hair standard $1.00 Tonic, fl Qn bottle vJ 2C- 29c Absorbent Cotton, pound, 21 $1.00 Listerine on sale now at 65 50c Lavoris Mouth Wash now 38 10c Boraxo on sale now at only 6 25c Antiphlogistine on sale at 19 25c Denver Mud on sale at 15 50c size at 30; $1 size at 60S Hedden's 75c Toilet Water 50d Standard Makes of 75c and $1.00 Sachets, Special for Saturday, at 50c 25o Euthymol Tooth f IT, Paste, Saturday at 25c Lyons' Tooth -Powder at 12 25 Colgate's Tooth Paste at 20 25c Pasteurine Tooth Paste 15i 50c Cold Cream, in jars, now28 50c Daggett & Ramsdell's Cream, in jars or tubes, on sale at 33 Prophylactic Tooth Brushes in all textures, on 6ale now at only 1T) Epsom Salts, Saturday, lb., 3& 10 lbs. Epsom Salts, special, 30 25 lbs. Epsom Salts, special, 65 Ask for "S. & H." Green Stamps. Demonstration of Borden's Malted Milk in the Drug Department Healthful, invigorating, appetizing the National pure-food drink for young or old. Special reductions. Standard 50c size now 40 Standard $1.00 size now SO Standard $3.98 size now $2.98 ouc nana JSairrors on special sale now at only 39c 3oc -Tooth Brushes, all styles, on sale now SI 9 c Women's $5 Shoes $3.48 Showing the Season's Smartest Models Shoe Department, Main Floor A notable sale of Women's Fine Footwear which brings a saving of the most substantial kind. Two thousand pairs of high-grade Shoes, in button or laoe styles, in patent colt, vici kid, suede, gunmetal, etc. Some with cloth toppings, others with brocade quarters. Hand-turned or welt soles, in every styleheel and toe and in all widths and sizes. Shoes such as other stores price Q JiQ at $5.00 and even $6.00. Yon may choose them here today at, pair, V04rO Pyrolin Ivory At yoff Main Floor Toilet Sets, Combs. Brushes, Mirrors, Manicure Sets, Puff Boxes and various other articles suitable for Christmas gifts at big reductions. Don't wait till later, when the assortments are sure to be broken. All a (Tf-f-Pyrolin Ivory now at Groceries Fourth Floor A half dozen extra specials for Saturday's selling. Order groceries early in the day. Choice Sweet Potatoes on O ff sale Saturday, 10 pounds"' Late "Howe" Cranber- "f flg ries Saturday at, quart Florida Grapefruit, four for 25 25c Whole Otter Clams 2 ens 2 25c California Artichokes at SOc 60c can Artichoke Hearts at RUBBER GOODS $1.50 and $2.00 Hot Water Bags and Syringes on sale at Sl.OO Sanitary Douche Spray Svrinee on special sale at only $1.25 50c Red Rubber Household Gloves, all sizes, special, the pair, 39 50o Rubber Cushion Hair Brushes on special sale now at, each, 39 Free Classes in Knitting and Crocheting Second Floor Join our free classes in Knitting and Cro cheting, held in the Art De partment, Second Floor, from 10 to 12 and 1 to 5 daily. Thoroughly experienced instructor in charge. Learn how to make the various articles needed by Red Cross Society. A complete showing of the latest Needlework Novelties suitable for Christmas gifts on' display and reasonably priced. Children's Free Classes in Art Needlework, Knitting and Crocheting Saturdays, 9:30 to 12 A. M. soars Tf Box Any JUL Quality "Though Bachelors' Friend Socks are priced and guaran teed just the same as ordinary guaranteed hose, it is strictly on their quality that we ask you to buy them. Sizes 9'e to I2 all leading colors four grades every box guaranteed. ANT QUALITY $1.00 a Box A"7 A 4 'Wear-Ever' Alum in u m De mons tration Today Steaming Fruit Pudding Over One Gas Burner Served FREE! Third Floor A novel and interesting exhibit by an expert in cookery, showing how to steam a fruit pudding in famous "Wear-Ever" Aluminum Roaster over one gas burner. Come and bring your friends. "Wear-Ever" Aluminum Roasters are priced at $3.60, $4.30 and $5.00. Seamless, will not rust, will not scale or chip, used on top of stove as well as in oveu. Roasters