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'THE SUNDAY 0BEG02CIAN, PORTLAND, NOVEMBER 25, 1900. u IO C IE V A -' a v r" - I XT VTV 1 Ab.'il. -V. 1 f I X . t' - aKV.UBB ( J . - i . J ...ijeKjJM life v- "I The Kerr-Xocleay Nnptlnl at Nota ble Affair Apperson-Clarlc aiar- The week. Jn.splie of the fact-.tha sev eral members or the fishlonablfe'set are still absent In Sin Francisco-, has been more than usually Interesting. THureday was a day particularly favored as the date of two weddings, both of which were elogant church affairs. Miss Mabel Macleay and Mr. Thomas ICorr were married at 2 o'clock in tho afternoon. November 22, at the First Pres byterian Church, in tho presence of a largo number of friends and acquaintances. Br. Edgir P. Hill performed the ceremony. Mr. Peter Kerr, the groom's brother, acted as best man. The ushers were Mr. Best, of Seattle, Mr. John Ainsworth. Mr. Scott Brooke and Mr. T. B. -Gitford, of Portland. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr. Roderick Macleay, She wore an exceedingly handsome gown of white satin with voil, and carried a bou quet of orange blossoms. Her maid of honor. Miss Louise Flanders, and the bridesmaids. Miss Minor, or Seattle, and. Miss King, of Portland, were becomingly gowned in white lace and gold, and wore exquisite picture hats. There were no invitations issued, either for the- service at the church or the reception which fol lowed at the house. Tius latter, was 'at tended only by the personal friends of the bride. The beautiful house on Lownsdale street, the home of the Maclcays, wa" lavishly decorated. In every room were rare cut flowers and palms and graceful greenery. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr have gone to California for a month or two, and on their return will occupy a charming house onHoyt street. . Appcraqn-CInrlc Wedding. The marriage of ittss Charlotte M., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Clark, and Mr. "William K. Apperson took, place Thursday evening at 6 o'clock, at Trinity Church. The bride, who wore her travel ing gown, an elegant Frfcnch creation of the new shade known as "Mode," and with hat that -matched her costume", en tered leaning upon the arm of her father. Her sister. Miss Lena Clark, was the bridesmaid, and looked charmlnr in TYhUe. organdy. The ushers were Mr. Ed ii.rti. ana air. iioiman Norton; and the best man Mr. L. L. Mulllt. A reception was held at the home of the bride's par ents immediately after the ceremony at the church. Only intimate friends and relatives attended. Thss house was beau tifully decorated with palms and tropical plants, and garlands of green tied with long streamers of white satin ribbon. The Clarks are English, and to honbr ql the event which gave them aW American sort-In-law, the digs of the two nations were In evidence In 'the decorations. Mr. and; -Mrs. Apperson left Thursday night for, a two. months' tout of California. A NotoMe Event. Mrs. Adolph Dekum's retention Satur day. November 17. was the, most.impor-J . ajt affair of.he. kind that has as yet J wurreu ims season, xne spacious par lors fit the bid Iekum home qn Thirteenth stfeot were "thrqijed from 3 to 5. with beaullful and elegantly"" dressed women. The rooms, from which the "garish light of day" had been excluded, were il lumined by countless candles whose softly shaded glow lent a falry-llke effect to the unaiBfi scene, xne iront parlor was 1 aooorst&a with bamboo and TUd .black berry -vines; -whose graceful green wa emphaslsted by tfce "vivid- scarlet of the salvia. .Mrs. Dekum received her guests In this room, and whether Intentionally or np added to the charm, of tho color scheme by wearing agown of rich deep red. Mrs.T. T. Strain, who received with her. was dressed In a lighter shade .of red. Mrs.-'S.-B Johnston". Mcs. Rudolph -prael. Mrs. Pierre do Stael Olney and Miss Von Bolton, who presided in the -dining-room, - wore pink. They were assisted In serving by Miss Baste Stott. Miss Ine Barrett. Miss Kate Sltton. Miss -EthoT Klllln and Miss Wfcltehouso and Miss Bellinger. Tho dining-room -decorations were pink, save for the violets that fillea the air "with their fragrant freshness. And In the back .parlor huge Indian basketsful of ferns and Oregon grape made an effective background for the handsome gowns and happy faces of the guests. An orchestra, stationed la the hall, furnished a pleasant accompaniment to the music of human voices Dinner Party." Mrs. Eggort's dinner party Wednesday evening, at which Mr and Mrs, John Morgan Thomas were the guests fit honor, was the most elegant affair of the klnxl ever given at the Hobart-Curtis. The dining-room was handsomely decorated, the color scheme being pink and green. The name-cards were exquisite bits of art, painted In water-color, and. as a deli cate compliment to Mrs. Thomas, hearing musical lneorlptlons. The- guests, besides Mr. aRd Mrs Thomas, were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Warren Mr. and Mrs. John Archer Belt Mr. and Mrs. E. Q. Thomp son. Mr. and Mrs. Lydell Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Smith, Miss Anwyld Jonea and Mr. Lauren S. Pease. The gowns were both elegant and becoming. Miss Bsgert wore black crepon with white lace eoaiee. Mrs. Thomas nlle-green bro- cade with diamonds Mrs. Thompson blue and whlfe silk. jars. Smith vollow cord. ea sine Mrs Baker wine-colored allk crepe with point lace Mrs. Warren dove gray orepe, Mrs. Bell black lace over "Mae-raTre, and Miss -Jones white rgan- otc Mrs. Allen Lewis cave u dinner Monday 1 for Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Grant, of San Francisco. Mrs. Helen Ladd Corbett, gis.s Alice Heltshu. Miss Frances Lewis, Iss Georgina Burns, Thomas Kerr, H. Lewis, and Mr. Roderick Macleay wer the guests invited to meet Mr. and Mrs. Grant The table decorations were pink rosebuds' Gomtngr-Ont Party. Another delightful event of the week was. the vparty given by Mrs. Caroline E. "Wilson Thursday evening In honor of Miss Georgina Burns, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. "W. J. Burns. The Wlleon home was handsbmely dec orated with garlands of Bmllax and great yellow chrysanthemums. The lovely deb utante wore nn exquisite gown of yel low crepe du chine. Delicious refresh ments were served throughout the even ing, and there was dancing to the sound of weet music until the wee sma' hours. This Js the first function of the kind to occur this season, but it is rumored that more are to follow, or there are a bevy of pretty girls whom society Is eagerly waiting to welcome. The Eglatcre. There was a delightful party given by a group of girls who call themselves by the above title, last Thursday evening, at Foreman's Hall. The unique feature of the event was Its resemblance to a leap year dance. The young "gentlemen were invited, and their only responsibility In the matter was to make themselves agreeable. About 35 couples were pres ent. There was excllent music, and it goes without saying that the evening was a success in every particular. Mrs. Charles E. Hilton, Mrs. Zimmerman ana Mrs. Hegle were the patronesses. Lemon ade was Served "for the refreshment of the dancers. There were the usual num ber of pretty girls and dainty dresses In evidence. By the way. I have been informed that Foreman's Hall is now called Larowe's, and shall hereafter name It thus when called upon to mention It. AGATHA. MATRIMONIAL ALLIANCES. Weddings of the Weelc In Portland and nt Other Places. One of the weddings of the season in "Vancouver was solemnized on Thursday last at St. James Cathedral, Reverend Father "Verwllghen uniting In the holy bonds of matrimony Miss Agnes Loretti Hill, daughter of Mr. an Mrs. J. M. Hill, and Mr. John Joseph Calrna, of Company B, Fourteenth Infantry, recently returned from the Philippines. Thfi bride was becomingly attired In a gown of white Bilk organdie, her veil was held In place by orange blossoms. The bridesmaid. Miss Evelyn Hill, sister bf the bride, was charming in pale green silk organdie. The groom was attended by Mr, Ed Schofleld. Exactly at 3 o'clock the strains of "Lo hengren's Wedding March," rendered by Miss J. Geoghan, announced the arrival of the brjde leaning on the arm of the groom's best man and carrying a bouquet tt hrldft n-s VftllnTirtni- nam Vi j bridesmaid wi,th the groom and carrying pale pink carnations. After the ceremony the happy couple repaired to the home of the bride's parents. The house was taste fully decorated with roses, chrysanthe mums and Oregon grape. After a sumptuous luncheon, In a shower of good wishes and an abundance of rice, Mr. and Mrs. Cairns left for Portland oh the 6:45 car, where they remained until Friday evening,, when they departed for San Francisco. Roberta-McCanR.' A quiet home wedding occurred In Eu gene last evening at the MoCann home, on West Fifth street, when Mr. D. H. Robertsl a rising young attorney, of Spo kane, was wedded to Miss Mabel B. Mc Cann, of Eugene. ' The ceremony was per formed by Rev. MftcH. Wallace, of the First Congregational Church. The groom Is a graduate of tho University of Oregon, and has numerous acquaintances in Eu gene. t The rooms were prettily decorated with ivy and chrysanthemums. Besides a few intimate friends there were present Mt. and Mrs. McCann, the bride's parents; Mrs. M. H. Roberts and Miss Alice Roberts, the groom's mother and sister, of The Dallas, also the groom's brother, Hon.' A. S. Roberts, and wife, of The Dalles. Mr. and Mrs. Roberts left for Portland on tho S o'clock train this morning, and will visit la Portland and The Dalles aftar which they will go to Spokane, whera they will make their home. Goldmnn-Kosbland. The marriage of Miss Cora Koshland to Mr. B. F. Goldman, of Walla Walla, took place at Parsons Hall on Sunday evening, November 18. Rev. Dr. J. Bloch per formed the ceremony. Miss Florence Koshland, the bride's sister, was maid of honor. Mr. Louis Goldman, of San Fran cisco, was best man. Miss May Kosh land, MIsb Hilda Kline, of San Francisco Miss Annie Stelnman, of San Francisco, and Miss Cora Marx were the brides maids. Messrs. Isador and John Kosh land acted as ushers. Misses Judith Gold man and Helen Simon were the flower bearers. The ceremony was followed by a wed ding supper, after which danclns: was In dulged in to a late hour. Diedrleh-Johnson. A quiet weddimr was solemnized last I Wednesday evening, November 21, the contracting parties being Mlss'Dovie May Johnson and Mr. Edward Dledrlch, Jr., of Portland, at the home of the bride's mother, by Rev. W. S. Gilbert. HarriJ-Pltman. A quiet wedding occurred at the homo of H. M. Pitman, November 18. Thjr con- wacttau parties were Miss Myrtlo Pitaaa'Tn discussion, was on early breach' art' T and Mr. A. F. Harris, of Tamhin ;Cqunty. After the'eerempny a nic$ drifter was served, and Mr. and Mrs. Harris denirted "for their new home "neap Gaston. 'Jefferlex-FItx ceroid. The wedding of Miss Margaret Fltsger aid and Mr. John Jeff erics was solemnized at. the residence of the Rev. Edgar P. Hill, Saturday. November 17, Rev. Edgar P. Hill, officiating. . Weddlne Announcements. Cards are out announclngwthe wedding of Miss Julia Segal to Mr. Isaac Swett, to take place December 4. The marriage will be a private one, none but relatives of the couple to be present. " t Mr. Joseph Frleman, announces the en gagement of his daughter. Miss Esther, to Mr. Isaac Schwartz. At home Sunday, December 4J at 4SS Bumslde' stiieet. Mr. Gus Prescott, son ot. Mrs. P. Mc Grath, formerly of this city, will shortly be united In "marriage to Miss Jeanette Ferguson, of Oakland, CaL The wedding will take place In Honolulu, where the young couple will reside. IW AITD ABOUT PORTLAND. i Entertainments and Social Events " Here and Elsewhere. In Honor of Miss Tapler. A very pleasant party was' given Satur day evening by Mrs. Wilson at her- homo, 421 Third street, In honor of Miss Yda Tapley, of San Francisco. Tho fro'use'was artistically decorated with garlands of ivy and cedar. American and English flags added much to the effect. The evening passed pleasantly In dancing and singing, and refreshments were Served. Among those present were: Mrs. Steveps, of Vic toria; Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. M. 'Wilson, Mrs. A. "V. Wells, Misses Howes, S. Thompson, N. MathlesOn. Sadie -Imhoff, "Veva and Blanche Best, May Wilson; Maz'ie and G. Shaw, Lizzie Mendenhall, S. Glrdner, M. Hicks. J. Miller. E. Crldge. Messrs. E. Allen. A. Wells, B. Cloyes,- A- Woelm. G. Carr. "Kid" Wells. G.. Houton, G. Hall, Ray Mclntlre. W. Wilson, Dr. Perktns, G. Halferty. Dave Williams, A. Imhoff, G. and H. Allen. H. Reynolds, D. Cole, W. Doughertjv Lincoln-Garfield Corps Entertains. The social given NoVetnber-2fr by, Lincoln-Garfield Corps, W. R.Ci Wa8 a suc cess. The attendance was7good, "consider ing the cold weather. The programme, consisting of the following numbers, was rendered: Instrumental music Orchestra. Piano solo (rag-time).. Prof. Grant Beldln Recitation. Miss Guardmere "Vocal music The Veterans' Quartet Instrumental music ...,...- ........ ...Order of Washington Mandolin Club Instrumental trio (piano, violin and cornet) The Laugham children" "The Death of Minnehaha" In panto mime; stage setting, forest trees and wlcwam: cast of characters: Hiawatha Capt Joe Kemp Minnehaha Mrs. Kemp Nocomls ,.... Mrs. Beldln Fcrcr S....'. Mrs. Brown Famln Grant Beldln Reader, Dr. Flora 'Brown. . Dancing was Indulged, in, and. refresh ments were served. Reception to Pastor. The Fourth Presbyterian Church gave a welcoming reception to Its new pastor, Rev. M. D. McClelland, and his wife, last Friday evening. The house was packed with members of the church and congregation and friends from dffferent parts bf the city. Happy, short ad dresscB were delivered by Rrv. Mr. Hurd, pastor Of Trinity and Mount Olivet Church; Chaplain Gilbert, of Calvary; Rev, Mr Forbes. ofvAlblntuiand Revt,,Mr. McLean, of the Third. And tho new pas tor responded feelingly and earnestly In well-spoken worda The exercises were Interspersed with excellent musieby a( quartet -cotnposed -of Miss Ogden, Miss1 Hansen and the Misses Cochran,.and by' Miss Schloth. Mrs. Werleln and Mr. Mackle as soloists. Mlsa Kernan presid ed at the organ. Delicious refreshments' were served in the annex, and were par taken of by about 200 persons. The Arlon Hop. The members of the Young Men's Aux iliary gave their initial hop Friday even ing at Arlon Hall. It is the purpose of these gentlemen to extehd the influence, socially that Is, of the Arion Society, and this, delightful event Is evidence of the success of the undertaking.' The" hall was decorated with a profusion of ferns and palms and tropical plants. There were more elegant and tasteful toilets seen on the floor than at any party yet given this season. The Auxiliary will make these dances an interesting feature of each month. At Burkhard Hall. Martha Washington Social Club will give the second dancing party of their series this season, on Tuesday evening, November 27. The patronesses are Mrs. F. S. Dunning, Mrs. A. E. Hammond, Mrs. A. L. Rumsey, Mrs. D. L. Houston, Mrs. F. Wheeler. On Wednesday night an Informal hop will be given at tho same place, and the Jolly "Neighbors will give the second of their eerles of parties on Friday evening, j December 7, 1900. The patronesses are's Mrs. C. H. Ralston, Mrs. H. H. Holmca, Mrs. William Sally, Mrs. Damon SmlthJ. Current Events Club. Mrs. George C. Flanders entertained the Current Events Club on Thursday last at her residence on Portland Heights. Mrs. Biles. Mrs. Morgan and Mrs. Mears captured the prizes. Light refreshments were served. Those present were: Mrs. Winslow Bradford, Mrs. Cake, Mrs. A. F Biles, Mrs. E. Shelley Morgan, Mrs. Ed ward Jeager, Mrs. Frank Rlgler, Mrs. W. M. Mears, Mrs. B..H. Langley, Mrs. J. D. Southerlond, Mrs. A. R. Grant, Mrs. MoCully. Pupils' Recital. A delightful muslcale was given by pupils of Miss Rindlaub, at her residence Saturday, the 21th. The event was much enjoyed by those present. Those taking part were: Miriam, Ecwnrd and Morrin McDonnell,) Grace Mead, LllUan Osborne, Eleanor Menefee, Lucille Kaln.-. Nellie Church, Carrie Parks, Gertrude Rockwell and Eva R. Clark. Daughters of the Revolution. The Multnomah chapter of the tiaugh ters of the Revolution were entertained Wednesday' evening at the home oi Mrs,' Eleanor Glle, Twenty-third and Fland ers streets. The story of the, American Revolution was treated In "two "papers, "Green's Campaign in the Sduth," and the "Siege of Yorktown." Benefit Concert A very enjoyable corieert was given at the First Christian Church' on last Wedv nesday evening, by the choir, assisted "by tho Messrs. Webber and -Elliot, In musical specialties, and W. H. Hachfald, boxo phone Bololst, under the direction of Pro feasor "W. F. WerschkuL Danet&s Clan. The New Century Dancing Club, with a membership of 75 couples, gave its second dance Thursday evening, November 15, at Parsons HalL A series of 10 dances 'Vrlll be given during the Winter, ba tha fln,t and third Thursday of each month, the nex't one being December 6. Tuesday Afternoon Clab, Tba Tuesday Afternoon Club mot -this week at the realdenoa of Mrs. John P. and artists. The notess, Mrs. Wager, led In an essay on "Art n General." A knlca luncheon was served, and each lady "present .was the recipient of a neat sou venlr picture, painted for the occasion, .by Mrs. Wager. Whlat Party. Miss Ruhy Wells entertalned.-30-xif her young friends at whist Tluwsda.y evening." Miss Morris carried away the first prlxe. Mr. Gay won the second. Tne house was handsomely decorated with ivy and chrys anthemums, Monthly- Hop. The third monthly hop given by the Misses Maxon last Monday evening at Burkhard Hall was well attended, tn spite of Inclement weather. The musto was excellent, and delicious fruit punch was served throughout the evening. XX ARMY CIRCLES. Various Happenings of the Weelc at Vancouver Barracks. Tuesday last Major and Mrs. "McCain gave a delightfully artlstio 'hunting dinner to Captain and Mtb. Young and Lieuten ant ana Mrs. Wallace. The motif of the dinner was most cleverly carried out both In the tnlngs served and In the decora tion of the table, the cloth being a beauti ful piece of American embroidery rep resenting the chase, while down the cen ter ran a long strip heavily worked with flowers and fruit. In tho center stood a dull cream-colored vase filled with saffron roses, some "being strewn on the cloth, each gentleman having one at his place, while vhe ladles received bunches of violets. To add to the pleasure of the evening Major McCain then received news of his .appointment, having passed first of all the candidates of the Regular Army who took the examination. 1?ho predictions made by Major W. W, McCammon, recruiting officer, are now being fulfilled. Men are enlisting at a rapid rate, having staid out long enough to vote, but now the elections are over presenting themselves for enlistment in large numbers. First Lieutenant William H. Hart, Sev enth Cavalry, who was at ope- time aide to General Otis, has been appointed Cap tain and Commissary of Subsistence. Major John Vah R, 'Hoff having ar rived In San Francisco will proceed to Chicago and report to the Commanding General or Clilef Surgeon of the De partment of the Lakes. Major-General Etwell S. Otis took com "rtiand of the Department of the Lakes on the 7th of this month. He was accom panied by Major Murray and Major -Greene. General Otis has requested that Lieutenant Robert Field be detailed as one 'of his aides-de-camp., Lieutenant Field Is at present-on leave In San Fran cisco. PEOPLE COMING AND GOING. -Ebb and Flow of the Social Tide in and About Portland. - Mrs, Eva Emery Dye spent Saturday In Portland. Miss Agnes Lynch has returned from a visit to friends In Seattle. Miss Edith Hurley, of Tacoma, Is tho guest of Mrs. John McCraken. Mrs. Louis Blumauer returned from a brief southern trip Wednesday. Mrs. Holt C. Wilson, who Is now In San Francisco, will return December L Mr. and Mrs. John Morgan Thomas left Friday for their home in Duluth, Minn. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Wilcox will spend a month at the Hotel del Monte, California. Mr. 'and Mrs. E.-R. -Thomas, left yes terday for San Francisco, where they will hereafter reside. Miss Catherine La Barre left last Thursday evening for Pendleton. Or., where "she will spend the Winter. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Cornell and Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Cornell went up to Salem to attend the Collier-Royal wedding. ' Seattle, w"here she has been spending thoJ iui5a fjiiu. j. xvaiieynns reiurnea irom Bummer with her uncle, S. S. Bailey. MrrfftM. 1B. Casy, of Rockford, Wash., IS in he city, on a visit to her aunt, Irs. Allen at 916 East Yamhill street. ' Mrs; Judus Ordway went to Woodbum Thursday to spend a few daye with the family of ner cousin, Colonel Poorman. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Houck and children, of Spokane, have been spending a few days In this city as the guests of Captain, .and Mrs. W. C. Snow. Miss Addle E. Paine, of San Francisco, arrived, on the Elder Wednesday night. She will be the guest of Mrs. George Taxwell .for tire Winter. , yJ&lss Mabel Clayton, who has been in Portland for the past year, attending school, left Friday night by steamer for her home In Oakland, Cal. Gus- R. Mltchelsen ' and baby, Rolf, of New York, left for their home onJ Thurs day last, after spending a delightful six months with Mrs. S.i Steffensen. Mrs. August GIger and sister. Miss Bertha iraus, left the Ilrst of the week for San Francisco, to take In the opera season and visit Mrs, GIger' s .eon. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Peterson are expect ed hpme this morning from San Fran cisco, after a two weeks' visit there. Durinsr their visit they had the DleasUr6 V&f hearing the Grau Grand Opera Com pany m a number of operas. Annual Thankaglvlnar Entertainment '"The fallowing- Interesting programmo will bo rendered In Taylorfltreet Church thanksgiving evening by the celebrated English entertainers, Miss Ethel Webb, Elocutionist, and Mr. W. Graham, Hods- don,, tenor soloist, both of Toronto, Can ada. The entertainment is given tinder the auspices of the Epworth League: Duet "The Could Blast". .. .Marriott Miss Webb and Mr. Hodsdon. Readings (a) "L'Envol" (Seven Beos) ....... Kipling (b) ."Uncle Joel" (humorous) ' "..-. Raymond Miss Ethel Webb. Song MA Dream of Paradise".,....... Hamilton Gray Mr. Hodsdon. Reading "King Arthur" ........Tennyson iiiss weoD. Songs (a) "An Old English BallaM" , Mozart (b) "Hungarian Love Song"...Roeckel Mr. Ttodsflon. Duet "Life's Dream" AseheA miss weDD ana Air. uoasaon. Readings "Crossing the Bar".. Tennyson (b) "ThanksglvingNIght" (humorous) Miss Webb. Song "Ah, Cho la Morte Agnora".. Verdi i Mr. Hodsdon. Duet "Remember, Lord" Miss Webb and Mr. Hodsdon. 'Readings (a) "A Grandmother's Story" (hum6rous) (b) rrhe Old City Church" Shelley Miss Webb. Smart Gowns Hats at Cost. Mrs. M. Abrahams. 800 Fourth street, corner Columbia, has turned out mora fine dresses and skirts during the paat week than ever before. The work done In her dressmaking establishment has proved id uniformly satisfactory In finish, fit and style, and the prices are so low that a great trade has developed. In addition to regular dressmaking, reblndlng and all kinds of remodeling are done at low figures. Orders lor mourning garments will bo promptly and satisfactorily filled. Mrs. Abrahams is dliposlng of her mil linery stock at cost to make room for late goods now arriving. Nothing will be carried over, and .when Mrs. Abrahams states that It goes at cost at cost it goes. Miss La Barre's Recital; One of the leading literary features of the past week was Miss. Katherlne La Barre's testimonial, given at the First Congregational, Church on "Wednesday evening. Miss La" Barre is already very well and favorably known as an elocu tionist and a large audience was present t6 greet her nn hbr first appearance in ptiblia since her return- from Chicago, where she graduated last Summer from the. Columbia School of Oratory. Her numbers were well chosen and gives, ia her more than usual happy and charming I. QEVURTZ & GREAT SALE OF CHRISTMAS GIFTS -Nowds the time -when the mind turns lightly to thoughts of Xmas gifts. Now Is the time when our stock Is teemlnr with, beautiful, dainty and.useful remembrances. KVERY ITEM k EJCTRAORDINARX BARGAIN. teenun lS-I i This pretty Desk. In quartered golden oak or mahogany, finish,, has French shape legs, large drawer and carved drop leaf, polished finish; guaran teed value, 573)0; Monday, jj 4g - This neat parlor chair, in polished mahog any finish, spring seat, covered Un satin damask? guaranteed value $5.00; Sale $6.00. This, beautiful lamp, rich ly decorated, with 9-lnch globe to match; regular ly worth $3.50; Sate $2.00 Assorted lamps, with globe; regular $2.00 val ue: only $1.25. manner. The audience manifested its ap preciation by repeated applause. The musical numbers were of a high order and well received. Higher Grades "Wanted. In sealskin coats the demand this sea Bon .is for higher-class garments. G. P. Rumelln & Sons, 126 Second street, near Washington, find the call for better grade furs more noticeable than "for years past. Among their garments meeting with es pecial favor Is a sealakln Eton, with royal ermine collar and revers. In length the range Is from 22 to 26 inches. Cuffs aro much in favor on stylish gar ments. Two Art Lectures. Revs Frederick C. Torrey will deliver two lectures for the benefit of the Port land Art Association at th'e'Llbrary build ing. Dates land subjects are: Tuesday evening, November 27, ''The Relation of Art to Modern Life"; Tuesday evening, December 4, "Prints by urer and Rem-" brandt." ' Holiday Novelties Jnst Received. Swell neckwear, new flannel waists, Xmas handkerchiefs; also Foster's ab dominal hose-supporters, and new under skirts. Three large dressed dolls given away Xmas eve. A chance with every dollar purchase at Beck's. At the "Women's Union. Mrs..F. "Wilmot, Of Bridal Veil, Or., accompanied by her little son. Richard, was a transient guest early In, the week. ( Miss M. E. Chamberlain yho has been a'gdest of "the Union fbr a "number or months past, left for her- home Itr Walla Walla dn'Tucsday.'-'.Mlss Chamberlain ex pects to return to Portland after. Christ mas, i Miss Lena McKay, of Pendleton, who T DELAY Now is the time to have that bit of jewelry or that spccial-to-order worli you want made fortho-'hoii-1 days. Our factory has been yorking overtime for the past few weeks. Leave your ordersnow. - Our stock was never more complete. NJvVare " showing the choicest collection of . , i Diamonds, Watches, Jewelry, Sllverwear, ut Glass, Optical Goods, Fine Leather, Etc. 'THE G. HEITKEMPER CO; Jewelers and Silversmiths "If yon boneht it at Hcitkempers it's all rleht." 80 MORRISON ST. AND Only One Doll Will Be - WOODARD, CLARKE POPULAR-PRICE DRUGGISTS. FOURTH AND WASHINGTON. STREETS , . ' a VIa SONSJWE HOMEFURNISHERS 173-175 FIRST ST., 219-225 YAMHILL GREAT CARPET SALE EXTRAORDINARY BARGAINS. E5c Brussels at, yard....t...- 65o 51.25 Axmlnsters at, yard..; 51.00 SL75 Velvets at, -yard 5L25 90c Brussels at, yard... ...t.tv... 75c. 60c Ingrains at, yard 40c Remember all theses MADE. LAID, LINED FREE. v aiATTINGS. Clearing t sale, per roll, from JS.98 up. EXGLlSfe LINOLEUMS. SPECIAL SALE All these over 50o yard laid free of charge. " $1.00 grade at , .75c 90c grade at.... ...,t.63c 75c grade at .........;. ....... .55c 6c grade af , 4.15c' OILCLOTHS. ' ' All these over 30c yard laid free of charge. bvc quality at. .'...'....., ..... 4oc 40c quality at SOc 35c quality at...... .;..25c This No. 8 Stove, 17-inch oven, uar ranted to be good baker; -g S only pivJ naaeen residing at the Union for some time, was a guest at the Kerr-Macleay wedding, at the First Presbyterian Church, on Thursday. Miss Grace HobBOn. of -The Dalles, who Is making her temporary home at the Union, paid a short visit to friends at Oswego the first of. the week. Rag Doll Sale. The ladles of Grace Methodist' Episco pal Church will hold a sale of large, ar tistically dressed rag dolls, dolT- Turhlsh lngs, home-made French- candles, etc., next Tuesday evening in the ohurcji,. Good programme. Admission free Mactha Washington Social Club party, Tuesday, November 27, Burkhard' HalU, The "Gultus Mamooks" will give their second party, Tuesday, November 27, at Foreman's Hall. The Western Academy Hall can be had for select entertainments and parties. In iqulre W. M. Rasmus, Mulkey building. Second and Morrison streets. Oyster luncheon will be served by the Woman's Guild of Trinity Churoh lri the parish-houso Tuesday from 1130" to 2 o'clock. Dolls, home-made table dainties and candles for Thanksgiving will be on tale. ' Menu a la carte. Frederic C. Torrey, "of Vlckery, Atkins Torrey, San Francisco, announces his annual exhibition of water-colors, etch ings, engravings, etc., at suite 34S, Hotel Portland, for the following two weeks only. Open on the evenings of Saturdays only ' L The: Western Academy") Music,. EIo- open to' tne-public. Ea6h department rep J resented by leading instructors. Voipe Professor" J.'rAdrain Epplng; piano, Miss. C. L. Hugglnsi violin, Prolesaor E. Of Bpltznerr Tnandolin and guitar, Madame JJ WLhlLiUiL'iC HIS COLLECTION IS IMMENSE 000 FLAXEN-HAIRED EVERY ONE A BEAUTY FREE TO YOU . ' Dolls which sell 'for 50c and $1.00 everywhere. . NEXT TUESDAY; NOV. 2T " ; Wo will give to every purchaser oZ- 23 cents or over, one of these beautiful dolls. See them In our windows'. Doll day brings to our store naaay new facej strangers who do not know ot our saving prices, and learning them will become regular patrons and friends. These beautiful dolls will reach many homes and make for us. we know, thousands of new friends and oustomers. Our holiday lines, now par Ually displayed, and -evidencing tne 'results of ft years' careful and skillful buy ing, are well worth your Inspection. No larger or better selections 'will be found on this Coast ' ' - ' Given Each Customer. - No-Dolls Will Bc ST. This Russia Iron Airtight Steel lined 18-INCH $3.00 -INCH $4.00 3G-1NCH $4.50 TO?. Beautiful Airtifjnt ' Cast-Iron -Hop, nickel rails, ' Russia sides, steel lined, only $6.50 We sell on casy terms; $1 per week on $25.00. Boucher; elocution, oratory and dramatlo art. Professor W. M. Rasirius. Mulkey building. Second and Morrison streets. SOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA. Various Events of the Weett In tne State of Oregon. Salem. Mrs. A. B. GllHs Is visiting In Port land V. Ramsey and wife have returned to Seattle, Wash. Miss Emma Hill, of Albany, who haa ouvemrs DO NOT FAIL TO VISIT THE CURIO STORE f OR NOVELTIES. Beautiful Hand -painted China tat reasonable prices. Velvet Leather in all, shades, for 'burning, fuH skins 75c 'Calendars An real'Var ftiafeyln djan, Cat, Cae Nolme, Chin ese, etc Prices low. Views of Oregon Scenery, !0c-I5c. Navajo Blankets, $6r00 and up. Genuine Hand -Carved Mexican .Leather Goods, largest assort ment. Purses 35c, 50c, 75c, $1, $K25. Belts 35c, 50c, 75. $1, $1.25. Old .Brass Candle-Sticks, 75c to $3.50. Indian Shopping. Baskets, 35c, 40c, 50c, 60c, 70c, 7$c, $1. TFhe Curio Store D. M. Averttl & Co. 33t-Morrison Street -! - Delivcrcd' or Reserved.- - & CO.- ' ! . ' . . PORTLAND, OREGON r t ! fi