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TITE MORNING OREGONIAN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24. 1914. PEACE CELEBRATED BELGIAN MONARCH, WHO, LIVING LIKE SOLDIER IN FIELD. . PRAISES HIS ARMY. Store Open Tonight From 6 Until 9 P. M. .9 British and Americans Ex change Greetings, Though Not at Ghent. Great Special Sales CONTRAST POINTED OUT Offering Useful, Artistic Gifts EN MIDST OF WAR for Last-Min.tite 7 ri Centenary Committee Invites Atten tlon to Happy Solution by English-Speaking Peoples, TTrg l lug Partial Commemoration. NEW TORK, Dec 23. The people of th United States and Great Britain will observe tomorrow the 100th anni versary of the signing of the treaty of Ghent by reminding themselves that the day marks a century of peace aunong English-speaking- nations. The original plans called for a series of celebrations In this country and across the water. It was to have be gun In Ghent on Christmas eve with a banquet tendered by the Burgomaster to 60 representatives of the United Btates, 60 English and 60 Canadians in the hall where the treaty was signed, but this is upset by the fact that the Ancient Belgian city is now occupied by the Germans, with whom England is, at war. Unarmed Frontier Is Example. To mark the day, the American com mittee and the British committees which have been arranging for the peace centenary issued communications for simultaneous publication Thursday ' In the newspapers in England and the United States. The British statement expresses the hope that "the disarmed frontier be tween the United States and Canada may long continue as an example to the world of the safe defense of mutual respect and trust in the affairs of na tions," and prays that the "peace be tween British and American democra cies, which has so long endured, may never be broken." Presentation of Manor Deferred. The British peace centenary commit tee has bought Sulgrave Manor, the ancestral home of George Washington In England, which was to be presented to the American people. This and other features of the celebration are to be postponed until after the war. The American committee, notwith standing the war, purposes to carry out In part its original intention to cele brate the peace centenary, and in a communication Issued tonight over the signature of several widely-known citi zens, urges suitable commemoration of the ratification of the treaty by the United States which followed immedi ately on the arrival of Its draft in February, 1814. The dates specified are February 14 for exercises in churches of all denominations; February 17 and 18 for formal addresses at the capitals of the respective states and February 22 for exercises In the schools. Ghent Koir In War Center. The American communication says: "One hundred years ago today there was signed at Ghent in Flanders the treaty of peace between Great Britain end the United States which marked the close of what has happily proved to be the last war between English epeaking peoples of the earth. Today the city of Ghent is at the.center of the terrible conflict that rages in Europe. "The American peace centenary com mittee cannot permit this anniversary to pass without Inviting the thought ful attention of their fellow citizens to the contrast presented by the century long period of peace which English-t-peaking peoples have enjoyed among themselves on the one hand and the appalling destruction of life, property and great monuments of civilization which the European war involves on Ihe other. It had been our confident hope that the example which the English-speaking peoples have set in their relations with each other would be followed by the other great nations of the earth in their several international relations. Unfortunately this was not to be, and we are sorrowfully called upon to mark our centenary celebration In the midst of the most terrible and destructive war that history records. Faith In Justice Retained. "Even at such a time, we must avow once more our emphatic faith in the supremacy of justice over force, of law over might. We rejoice in the peaceful relations of 103 years among all English-speaking peoples, and particularly in the undefended and un fortified line nearly 4000 miles In length, which divides the territory of the United States from that of the dominion; of Canada. The mutual trust, forbearance and helpfulness which make that undefended boundary a link and not a barrier between two peo ples, we offer as an example to our warring brothers across the sea. The British committee's statement Is: "On Christmas eve, 1814, in the old Carthusian monastery in the City of Ghent, the plenipotentiaries of Great Britain and the United States signed the Treaty of Ghent, which brought to a close the last war between these srreat English-speaking peoples. There have been, grave Anglo-American dis putes and difficulties since then, but they have all been dealt with success fully by the machinery of conciliation and arbitration. Today these two na tions can rejoice together over the (significant achievement of a completed century of peace. British Projects Postponed. "The outbreak of the terrible European war. in which our country has been called to take part in defense of the faith of treaties and of the rights of the smaller and weaker na tionalities, has interfered with our projects for the celebration and com pelled a postponement. The noble City of Ghent is in the occupation of a hostile soldiery. Both the Belgian npo- ple and ourselves are associates in. the TasKS ana sacrifices made necessarv hv the nature of the struggle to which they are pledged. We must hold over our rejoicings for the blessings of the hundred years of British - American Jjeaee until the European war is over. "Today we can only recall to the public mind with deep thankfulness, the century's record of peaceful tri umphs which is now completed and utter the prayer that the peace be tween the Sntish and American democ racles which has so long endured may never be broken and that the disarmed frontier between the United States and Canada may long continue as an example to the world of the safe defense of mutual respect and trust in ine ariairs or nations. Greeting Sent to Americans. "The time will soon, we hope, come when we can announce a new time taoie tor tne celebration of the hundred years' peace when the story of what the English-speaking peoples have ac complished may bring good cheer and iresn courage to a world exhausted by war. "In the meantime we salute our American cousins with a greeting of According to a Munich doctor, heat proa- the blsh temperature of the salts in the lillPliliilllli :w;:&vr ?cV--- '' '-ill 'A KING ALBERT, ALBERT UNDER FIRE Force Half Former Size, but Infinitely More Efficient. THANKS SENT AMERICANS Some Pay, Says Albert, He Will Ride Into Brussels at Head of His Troops, bat Three Months He Thinks Too Soon. (Continued From First Page.) virtually her every waking moment to her hospital. Neither the King nor the Queen now has the usual personal suite. King Albert's aides are working staff offi cers who serve 24-hour watches, while the Queen's ladies-in-waiting are trained nurses serving on her hospital staff. kirk and Calais at the battle of the Yser." The King spoke with the warmest affection of his soldiers now in tire trenches, praising their good spirit. When the correspondent expressed a desire to see the Belgian soldiers actu ally in the trenches, he said: "You may, but I cannot promise this will be without risk. Mrs. Asquith ex pressed the same desire while she was visiting my wife a short time ago. When the party was taken to the sec ond line of trenches a big German shell fell near by and it did not make our guests feel comfortable." King Lives Literally. Under Fire. When the correspondent Inquired as to the King's own safety, King Albert smilingly replied: "We must live under shell fire here." Later inspection showed this remark to be literally true, as scarcely a square mile of Belgium left under the rule of her King is free from the danger of shell fire. King Albert repeated his expressions of appreciation of American relief for his people as the correspondent was about to leave, especially singling out Brand Whltlock, the American Minister to Belgium, and Hugh S. Gibson, secre tary of 'the Legation, for their efforts in Belgium's behalf. He declared that Mr. Whitlock had done splendid work in Brussels as the mediator between, the Belgian people and their conquer ors and expressed the hope that Mr. Whitlock would remain at his post until the end of the war. "I understand tha,t Mr. Whitlock came to Brussels for a rest," remarked the King with a grim smile. Admiration Felt for Gibson. King Albert expressed particularly warm admiration for Mr. Gibson, who he declared had delivered some diplo matic messages to him under a severe fire. - lie was averse to discussing the ruin which has overwhelmed the coun try, saying simply: "You will know something of it your self tomorrow, when you see our de stroyed towns." "Your Majesty, It has been predicted that you will re-enter your capital within three months," the correspond ent said. The King shoo-, his bead sadly, say ing: "Not so soon; but some day I shall ride into Brussels at the head of the Belgian army." Bidding the correspondent good night with a warm handshake, the King ended the interview. Monarch Reorganizing Army. King Albert is the commander of his army in fact, as well as in name. Its reorganization into a compact fighting force of less than half of its former size, but infinitely superior In sheer efficiency, is due principally to the King's work and inspiration. He has surrounded himself with young and enthusiastic officers who already are veterans in experience; and this new personnel works with the utmost har mony. The King's chief support is Queen Elizabeth, who lives only a few miles away at a place also on Belgian soil, where she has complete charge of one of the largest military hospitals. No other women except trained nurses are permitted to approach the Belgian line. Even the wives of the highest officers are not allowed to pay brief visits to their husbands. King Albert -is living as simply as any subaltern or his staff. In the en trance to the Town Hall is a rickety army cot on which he seeks short naps, when occasionally the Germans relax their efforts. When a few leisure hours permit, the King and the Queen meet. but they are living virtually - under campaign conditions. The Queen is the patron saint of the Belgian wounded, who prefer her hospital to any of those on the safer bases. The Queen occasionally goes to England to see her children, but lately she has devoted WAR HURTS RUBBER TRADE Grave Situation Attributed to Brit ain's Colonial Embargo. NEW YORK, Dec. 23. The rubber In dustry of the United States faces a grave situation as the result of the em bargo placed by the British government on the exportation of crude rubber from Great Britain and her colonies, according to a statement issued today by the Kubber Club of America, which Includes the leading manufacturers and Importers of rubber In the country. An advance in prices is - imminent unless the embargo is soon removed, the state ment says, and idleness faces many of the 125,000 persons employed in the rubber Industry. The statement adds that a special committee of rubber manufacturers has .been working with the State Depart ment at Washington on the situation. but that, owing to "the uncompromising attitude of the British government, nothing has been accomplished." Prices of plantation rubber have al ready risen from 55 cents to 90 cents on account of the embargo. It Is said. DEPUTY YIELDS TO CUPID Anna It. Williams Becomes Bride of ' Seaside Business Man. OREGON CITY, Or., Dec. 23. (Spe cial.) Anna R. Williai 3 and R. George Simmons, of Seaside, were married at the home of Mrs. W. C. Green, sister of the bride, tonight. Rev. J. O. Staats officiating. Mrs. Simmons has been a deputy in the office of the County Re corder for four years. One year she had complete charge of the office. Mr. and Mrs. Simmons left for Sea side tonight. Mr. Simmons is a Seaside business man. Four marriage licenses were issued today. They are: Helen DIdson and Ed Davis, of La Grande; Mabel Deardorff and Ray Cockle, of Wilbur, Wash.; Anna It. Williams and R. George Sim mons, of Seaside, and Martha Boss and George Guls, of Beaverton. INNES RELEASE PLEA IS UP Habeas Corpus Writ Is Being Con sidered by Texas Court. AUSTIN, Texas, Dec.' 23. Applica tions for writs of habeas corpus for Victor E Innes and his wife, Ida May Innfea, wanted by the Georgia authori ties on a charge of larceny after trust, were submitted to the Court of Crimi nal Appeals here today. Innes and his wife claim they are being illegally restrained of their lib erty, and are resisting a requisition granted by the Governor of Texas for their return to Georgia. The court took their application under advisement. The applicants recently were ac quitted of the charge of complicity in the-murder of Miss Beatrice Nelms and her sister, Mrs. Eloise Nelms-Dennis, of Atlanta. M aiming s 35c Coffee Manning's Coffee Store Jones' Market Fourth and Alder At Sale Prices Tlnat Are Exce Imported Leather Novelties HALF PRICE English fitted work baskets in a variety of styles. Imported cigar and cigarette cases. Imported combination and handkerchief cases. Imported novelty tie racks. Imported handsome leather jewel cases. One-Fourth Reduction, On All Leather Library Sets $4.00 Party Boxes $2.79 Of ecrasse leather with gold-plated fittings. In many styles and colored leathers. First Floor FOR MEN AH House Jackets and Bath Robes One-Fifth Off $1.50 Chamoisette Gloves $1 in all light shades, tan, mode, gray, silver, buff. English Knitted Scarfs From Welsh Margetson, Allan Solly, of London Selling Regularly to $3.00 Today $1.39 First Floor The Jewelry Store Offers $7.50 Silver Plated Toilet Sets $2.98 In an artistic real sterling silver pattern, thin model, consisting of comb, brush and mirror. Entire Stock Solid Gold brooches, fancy stone set; bar pins, cameo brooches, lockets, gold bead necklaces. HALF PRICE Entire Stock Diamond Rings One-Fourth Off $12.50 Solid Gold Diamond Set BRACELETS $6.25 All Fans Selling to $12.50 For $1.98 All Fans Selling to $2.00 For 50c Handsome fans in irrany artistic designs, trimmed with insets of lace, silver and gold spangle trimmed, hand painted designs, and mother-of-pearl, fancy ostrich feathers. First Floor Imported French Novelty Silk Stockings for Women One-Third Reduction -First Floor All Marabou Half Price Muffs, scarfs, stoles, sets, fancy novelty collars and ostrich feather collars. - ALL HAND-EMB. COLLARS Real Irish Crochet Neckwear Half Price First Floor 65c Sleeping Slippers 48c FOR MEN AND WOMEN, MADE OF SOFT EIDERDOWN. IN ALL COLORS. Fourth Floor $15 Tea Table With Tea Set $5.50 These tables are in oak finish, with decorated porcelain inlaid tops and set to match, consisting of tea pot, sugar and creamer, and two cups and saucers. These sets complete are now $5.50. ixth Floor 25c Initial Handkerchiefs 17c Of All Pure Linen, for Women Boys' 25c Initial Handkerchiefs 17c Of All Pure Linen, 15-Inch Sixe First Floor Entire Stock of Dolls Reduced 200 . All Cats and Dogs Half Price All Fitted Doll Trunks Half Price All Doll Clothes & Accessories 20o Off Second Floor All Gift Books Half Price Mezzanine Floor. All Shaving Stands Half Price Nickel and Silver Plated Klrat Floor EXTRA Knitted Skating Toques Are In! In White in Cardinal in Combinations Price 75c Fourth Floor VISIT THE Holiday Bazaar Second Floor Hundreds of Christmas Gifts Nothing Over $1 VISIT THE Economy Basement Serviceable, Sensible Christmas Gifts At Special Sale Prices The Great Sixth Floor Gift Salom Oilers Handsome Objects of Art Less One-FiftK to Half Reg'. Prices "MorcKandiso of J Merit Onjy" .f eouy to a powi peiow tne required normal, t ' i