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About Morning Oregonian. (Portland, Or.) 1861-1937 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 21, 1918)
THE MORXING OKEGOXIAX, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 1918. SS ONS G. k e. SE WILL OPEH I0DA1 First Meeting Will Be Given . Over Largely to Consid eration of Reports. : MORE AUTOS ARE. NEEDED Visitors From Far and Near Lin Portland People for Manner in ' Which Details or Meeting " Have Been Handled. J EVEXTS Of TODAY AT GRAND ARMY ENCAMPMENT. 10 A. M. Business session of Orand Army at Masonic Temple, West Park and TamhilL. Woman's Relief Corps Closed sessions all day at White Tem ple. Reception at 7:30 P. M. at the Multnomah. Ladies of the G. A. R. Closed sessions all day In Elks' Temple. Reception at 8 P. M. at the Impe rial. Daughters of Veterans Closed session all day at the Benson. Re ception at 7:30 at the Benson. Civil War Nurses Business ses sion all morninir. Receptiosf at Orand Army headquarters at Multnomah at 8 P. M. Automobile Trips Visitors who are not delegates will be enter- -tained on Columbia Highway and other motoring trips. S P. M. Municipal Band con cert before Liberty Temple, di rected by Percy A. Campbell. After two days of fraternal greeting and hospitable entertainment, with their parado a memorable event of yesterday, the members of the Grand Army of the Republic will open the business sessions of their S2d annual encampment this morning at 10 o'clock, convening; at the Mason lo Temple. West Fark and.Tamhill streets. The session will be given over quite largely to the address of the Com mander-in-Chlef. Orlando A. Somers, to the reports of National officers and to reports of various committees. It Is presumed that resolutions touching upon affairs of the day will be pre vented. The sessions are secret and will be resumed tomorrow, when the election of officers will be held and the choice of next year's encampment city will be made. Mere AtM Are Needed. In the meantime the Columbia High way Invites the thousands of visitors, and Secretary McCrlllis. at Liberty Temple. Is calling for more auto's to carry the veterans, their wives and members of the several auxiliaries over the famous scenic drive. Direction of the automobile committee is in the hands of Charles J. Schnabel, com mander of Owen Summers Camp, Sons of Veterans. TVe need cars badly, and will con tlnoe to require them during every day of the encampment," said Mr. Schnabel yesterday. "Those who can volunteer their cars should report at any time that suits their convenience at Liberty Temple, the Multnomah or the Imperial. The fact that windshield special pla cards are not available need not hinder any motorist from volunteering, as ar rangements will be made for special privileges in these cases .until a new supply may be procured. Veterans and their families, as well as members of the auxiliaries, are urged to hall any car bearing the official card, as the cars are for their use." Visiting Delegates Pleased. Every detail of the entertainment programme is well In hand. For each day new events are planned for the visitors. The citizens committee, co operating with the National officers of the Grand Army, has left nothing un done for the comfort or convenience of the guests. Particularly have the Grand Army officers been pleased with the motor service that has met Incoming delegates. "I have attended 23 encampments.' said Cola D. R. Stowlts, quartermaster general of the Grand Army, "and never have seen one that has excelled that of your city In completeness of prepare tion and breadth of entertainment. The entire entertainment programme is be ing handled in a manner that reflects much credit upon the citizens of Port- LCnd." Basing their estimates upon the num ber of veterans who participated in yesterday's parade, 6000 or more, the National officials say that from Zo.uoo to 30,000 visitors are now in Portland, IWith from 9000 to 10.000 veterans among the number. The remainder are mem bers of the auxiliaries and relatives of the veterans. Though many encamp- 'ments have had larger attendance, owing to the fact that they were near the larger Eastern posts, the attend' ance at Portland fas exceeds anticipa tion. Rooms Exceed Demand. For the entertainment of his fellow veterans. "Captain" W. H. Hardy, sole survivor of the Perry expedition to Japan, when the empire was opened ta commerce, will show the films of- bis recent visit to that country at Library Hall tonight' and tomorrow night. Among the delegates from New York is George Blair, who served under Far- ragut In the West Gulf Squadron. The members of the Naval veterans Associ ation decided not to attend the present encampment, owing to its distance from the East, where most of them reside. There are, however, among the Grand Army posts many who served In the Navy, and several of these appeared in yesterday's parade, led by Chief of Staff Hosley. of the Grand Army, who was himself a naval officer during the Civil War More rooms than can be used are al ready reglsterad. announces Thomas J. Swivel, chalrmwrv of the accommodation committee. Portland's response was so generous that Z000 extra rooms are now listed, and Mr. Swivel asks citizens to refrain from further offers to Lib erty Temple. Is now managing the Peninsula Ship builders baseball nine, was walking down Washington etreet yesterday when he accosted a G. A. R. veteran with an Iowa badge on. "You're from Iowa, are you, my friend V asked Buck. "Yes. sir. from Jowa and proud of it." came back the "young" old fellow, "do you know anyone back therer" "Should say I do." replied Buck, "do you know Ben GoodeT" "Ben GoodeT Well. I should say I do. He's up there at Red Oak." "Still on the same Job?" "Yes. Let's see,, Ben went to work as messenger on the first train out of Red Oak in 1873 and he is on the same run yet," came back the veteran. "Well. I'll say you know him because be is one of the greatest fellows I ever met." said Buck. . "and when you get back give him my best Vegarda." "That veteran has some memory, ie what I mean," said Buck as he walked down the street. ? - The Sixth Iowa" Cavalry Veterans Association will meet in room 35 in the Courthouse at 10 A. M. and 2 P. M. daily during the encampment. J. L. Blair, president of the asso ciation from California, and J. C Luce, vice-president trom Groton, S. D.. are here to look after the details of the meeting. It. is estimated that about 50 of this old Indian fighting regiment will be in attendance. This regiment spent the years from 1861 to 1865 under General Sully in the Da kota, making good Indians out of bad ones. There were no disorders reported to the police during the parade yesterday with the exception of cases where spec tators failed to remove their hats. The great crowd was demonstrative but orderly. Not one case of pocket-picking was reported. V. A. Davis, living at the Y. M. C. A., told the police that he had been robbed of 880 but thinks that his pockets were picked while he was mingling In the crowds on Monday night. . . '' , New Stetson Hats for Fall Are Here D. OF V. TO ENTERTAIN RECEPTION m HONOR OF G. A. R. HAO AND STAFF ARRANGED. Beaetlful Memorial Services for 8 De- pmrtr Members of Order Held ia Crystal Room of Bensoa Hotel, Daughters of Veterans met yesterday morning for a short session, adjourn ing for the parade, and yesterday aft ernoon the first business session of the convention was held in the crystal room of the Benson Hotel. Beautiful memorial services for 86 departed members were conducted by the president. Miss Anna B. Dunham, and the National chaplain. Mns. Sarah Ward, of Pennsylvania!. Aa the roll was called a white oarnatlon was laid upon the altar for each member. hymns were sung and a prayer was offered. Today executive session will be held in the crystal room of the Benson, officers will be nominated and routine uslness will be attended to. This vening at 7:30 a reception will be given in the hotel parlors, honoring Commanden-ln-Chief Somers and his staff. ORTLAND BOY IS KILLED ews Received by Father of W I. Porter of Accident on Ship. G. A. Rr Sidelights. A VETERAN who helped to save 'Portland from total destruction by the fire of 1873 Is H. Rum me!, of McMinnville, Or. He was rear brakemaa on the train that carried .Salem's fire 'fighters to Portland In the then - record time of SO minutes. Another of the veteran's early rail roading experiences In the Northwest came a little later when he had charge of the first train that entered Tacoma on the Tacoma-Kalama line. He worked six months on this line- until it went ' under the hammer. Mr. Rummel was a member of the 20th Ohio during 'the War of the Rebellion. , .. . - -. "Bock" Keith, who played baseball and umpired all through the Middle West a number of years ago, and who William I. Porter, aged 22. a fireman second class. United States Navy, has been accidentally killed aboard the nited States steamship Westbrldge, according to telegraphic word received here last night, from Washington by the boy s father, John M. Porter. 6602 Eighty-first street Southeast. After serving one term of two years under Commander Blair, of the Oregon Naval Militia, Mr. Porter enlisted in the United States Navy on April 1, this year, and made such a splendid record therein that he was placed on board the Westbridge, a product of the North west Steel Company, of Portland. William Porter was married, his wife residing with his father, who is em ployed at the Multnomah Hotel as house carpenter. William has a brother, Harry, who is also in the naval service. He is en listed in the Naval Aviation Service and Is now stationed at Charleston. S. C FARMERS WILL BE HELPED Financing of Tractor Purchases Is Aim of Western Farm Credit. Financing of tractor purchases for the small farmer is the object of the Western Farm Credit, which has Just opened offices in Portland after a thorough survey of the local situation with the help of the Chamber of Com merce. The company will deal with farmers of Washington, Idaho, Mon tana and Oregon. A small payment down with the bal ance to be signed up for by the farmer Hart SehafYher Right in Step These Hart Schaffner & Marx Varsity Fifty Five suits are right in step with the government plea for economy. Because theyre made carefully of good all-wool fabrics they give long wear, which saves money for you and wool for the government. . Good values, of course; ' that's what this store stands for and guarantees it. Priced $25, $30, $35 and up to $60 Semi-Annual Sale of ARROW and MANHATTAN SHIRTS N OuDiilcht Hart SchaffBar Sam'l Rosenblatt & Co. The Men's Store for Quality and Service Gasco BIdg. Fifth and Alder WOMAN IS HONORED Ladies of G. A. R. Pay Tribute to Mrs. Tarbox. FRANK MELVIN GIVES TALK Miss Eva Carnegie, Department Pres ident, and National Officers Are Guests at Handsomely Ap " pointed Breakfast. Mrs. Mary Eleanor Tarbox, National president of the Ladies of the G. A. K-, was presented wun a nanasums diamond ring and a gold ' badge of the order by members of the National staff and the organization at large at the opening meeting of the Ladies of the G. A. R. held yesterday afternoon at the Elks Temple. Beautiful gifts of solid sliver ana linen were also presented to Mrs. Tar box and the National secretary, Mrs. Mertie Perkins, by individual members and state .departments. Following the presentations Frank Melvin gave an address or welcome to me vioiuius women in behalf of the citizens of Portland. Judge Toreon, past com munder-in-chief. was ushered to the rostrum during the session - and oe cupled a seat of honor before the large audience of .delegates ana visitors. Following the opening session beau tiful memorial services were held for deoarted members. Mrs uiuan uiarK Carer, national patriotic instructor, presented a service flag of 6000 stars, representing tne men who nvo euui from the homes of the members into thA service. An exemplification or ritualistic work, held behind closed doors, com nleted the programme for the day, Last evening all members of the Ladies of the G. A. R. attended the annual campfire of the G. A. R. in the Audi torlum - Yesterday morning the department of Oregon entertained at a handsomely appointed breakfast at the Imperial HntAi hnnnrinff the deDartment Dresi dent. Mrs. Eva Carnegie, of Albany, and the National officers. Covers were Dlaced fsr 32. Mrs. Mary E. bnook and Mrs. Eva Karaite entertainea at juncn as "tractor paper," is, held to be agri- I eon ' yesterday following the O. A. R. cultural papei in arecent ruling of the 'parade, honoring Mrs. Tarbox and her Federal Reserve Board and entitled to staff. The luncheon waa held at the the same discount on notes running six months or less. The issue has noth ing to do with the farm loan system, which provides for loans on land only proceeds from the proposed issue are I continuous operation the two main line to be used In connecting up and hard mgnways or me state. surfacing graded sections on the main trunk lines of the state. "Unless this money is made available the commission will be obliged to sus pend operations for the remainder of the year because of lack of funds," said S. Benson, chairman of the com mission,, yesterday. "If the sections of road already graded are not hard sur faced before the Winter season they will become absolutely impassable be fore Spring. "The work proposed to be done with this money will include finishing up the construction already planned for the year 1918 and placing in practically X. M. C. A. Officials Leave. For the purpose of meeting In con ference with others from the Pacific Coast states to "set up" the Y. M. C. A. drive for funds, due next November, H. W. Stone, general secretary at Port land; O. W. Davidson, who was state manager of the last "Y" campaign; A. F. Brewer, general secretary at Spo kane, and R. E. Randall, general secre tary at Boise, left last night for San Francisco. They expect to return here by Saturday. Read The Oreg-cnian classified ads.- NOW v. UNTIL PLAYING X Nv SATURDAY v 5. A$ ' 1 - v : - 1 o ; " . v rW&QBSSpd x-- ' v"e . ' -- s ' N y v " " ?l I V , ' v r $ " a . y : .'. 'J yM,5, ' i - V 3 ! S 4 ' " - . 1 DOUG FAIRBANKS THE ACE IN PHOTOPLAYS m "BOUND in MOROCCO" CIVIL WAR NURSES MEET Officers Will Be Elected Today and Sessions Will Be Over. v. . Members of the Civil war Nurses' Association held their first business session yesterday afternoon in the Nor tonia Hotel parlors, at which time they presented General George B. 'Loud, Judge-Advocate,, with a -handsome badge of their order. This morning the nurses will elect officers for the coming year and com plete their business. Many of the mem bers will attend the afternoon .sessions of the Women's Relief Corps and the Ladies of the G. A. R. This evening at 8 o'clock the nurses will hold thei rannual reception in the G. A. R. headquarters at the Multno mah Hotel, 'i home , of Mrs. Snook. Eighteen guests were entertained. Sessions will be held, behind closed doors in the Elks lodgeroom today from 9 A. M. until noon and from 2 P. M. until 6 P. M. This evening at o'clock the annual reception f the Ladies of the G. A. R, will be held in the ballroom of the Imperial Hotel, honoring Commander-in-Chief Somers and his staff. HIGHWAY WORK IS HALTED Future Improvements Must Await Approval of Government. Other than closing up contracts for construction work heretofore awarded, the work of the State Highway Cora mission Ss virtually at a standstill. Further activity in the way of road building must await, the approval by the capital Issues committee at Wash ington of the application of the com mission for authority to issue an add! tional $590,000 of road bonds. The ElectricIrons 10-Year Guarastes Tungsten Lamps, 10 to 40-Watt. . . 27d Mazda Lamps, ID to 40-Watt V. 30t Double Sockets (for Lamp and Electric Iron) ...... :$1;00 Dry Cell Batteries 40' EVINRUDE MOTOR CO. Evinrude Motors and Electrical Supplies 211 Morrison, Near First St. Open Saturday Night Till 10 , ,' r - --1. 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