EDITORIAL
and SOCIETY
SECTION THREE
Pages 1 to 12
at Olds. Wortnum & King9s
VOL. XXVII. PORTLAND. "OREGON. SUM; AY LIORXIXG, DECEMBER 6, 1908. . M. 49.
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3 Will Store
Is An Important Factor in the Spirit of Christmas Joy and
Jollity 'Tis Santa Clans' Headquarters Welcome ToAMA
ie th iovnus. enthusiastic frame of mind that Yuletide brings; if you want to Bee
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how much it means to the youngsters, and the older ones as well, come to our Toy Department any day
the newest and latest in toys, dolls and games and Finding
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f hem here as they can at no other store.
Veve hundreds of the most wonderful dollies, little ladies with
c Lower prices here for equal qual-
U.TS jij than, elsewhere in Portland-
Nothing could be newer ior a unnsimas gui.
Goods bought now, and deliver them aVany time you wish.
Shop at the most dependable store in Portland the ONE
store that never disappoints-
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a.v nnJ ,l,n;n, eves, dressed in the latest Parisian modes and dainty beyond description. We have
dolls at all prices, from one cent eacYup to $25. and every one is "just the dearest doll in the world."
We've the Toys that boys want too. Trains that run on continuous tracks, mechanical toys of all sorts, games
without end. Tovland is busy and interesting and the whole is permeated by the happy spirit that reigns among
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the dolls and toys. Make this your Christmas store, you'll get more for your money, ana your menus oener P.g.c.
Dressed Dolls Exquisitely dainty little ladies,
handsomely dressed, 14 inches
long:, real jointed dolls, that are worth $1.23 Q C
each, at low price of only. ..u UU
T7 r"Aocf c Contain 20 tools, in hardwood
J ool Chests cJjest slze ; 7xl3x6 iu r
regular price 1.83 each; special at only. . 0 I iu J
ANY BOY WILL BE PLEASED WITH THIS
TOY TRUNKS AT 48c
For dollie's clothing; size
loxTio inches; sell regu
larly at 65c each; A On
special, only. .'. . .v. Tub
DRESSED DOLLS 25c
Nicely dressed dolls, 12
inches long and regularly
worth 35c each; ORp
only, each ........ JL)li
TOY FURNITURE 21c
Sets of four or five pieces
hardwood doll furni
ture; made to sell
at 30c set, special
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21c
TOY CHIFFONIER 20c
Hardwood doll's Chiffb
niere, with 4 drawers, 7x
9 inches,-worth 35c Ofjp
each, special only.'. 21 Ub
.39c
Xmas Goods
In Smallwares Aisle
Men's Military Hair Brushes
Ebony or foxwood back ; worth
$1.75 the pair; special M OQ
during this sale, only. .0 I
Nail Polishers, with ebony or
rosewood back; large QCp
size, 45c value 0 JU
Pinaud's Roman Smelling Salts,
large size bottle; ioc
value; specially priced...
Piver's Fine French Toilet
Water, various odors; CI 1 Q
$1.50 bottles at only. . .0 I 3
Children 's Stationery Large
assortment of designs, 1 Cp
special, the box, only I JU
Ink Wells Black or cherry
stands, glass well; 50c Opp
..value; special, thi3 sale...0UU
Reading Glasses, with nickel
plated German silver 7Cp
rim; reg. $1.35 val., spl. . I UU
Shell and Amber Back Combs,
fancy mounted ; values to OCn
$1.25 each; special price.. OUu
Spool Holders, Pin Cushion anU
Thimble Holder, com
bined; 50c value
Coat Hangers, in seal, grain
leather cases; 3 folding hangers
in set; for travelers; reg- Qflp B
ular $1.35 values, special. .dOu fl
Wool Mittens 19c
19c
"Women's and Children's Wool
Mittens in large assortment of
colors and sizes ; good, warm
handwear; reg. prices up
to 50c the pair, special. . ,
New Waist Nets
Just received a fine assortment
of Dress and Waist Nets in
plain, dotted or tucked effects;
colors cream, white, ecru or
black; fine for sleeves Ot Cfj
and yokes; yd. 75 to $ZiuU
Silk Hose at 98c
Women's Black Silk Hose of
extra. good quality; rich, lus
trous finish permanent dye; all
sizes; regularly $1.50 the
pair; special price
.39c
98c
Round Garters
Women's Round Garten of silk
elastic, with fancy bows and
sterling silver buckles in fancy
or holiday boxes; worth MQn
to $1.00 the pair, special. HOll
Clothed Brushes Real ebony
back, large size; $2.00 Q1 QQ
value, for only OliOu
Hand -Painted Chinaware
Hand-Painted China Cups and
Saucers, reg. $3.75 ea..S2.90
$5.00 values, sale price. $3.95
$7.50 values, sale price. $5.85
Sugar and Creamers, $6.50
value, sale price only.. S5. 85
Teapots, $5 values, spl.S3.95
Coffee Pots, $10 values. 8
Jugs, $11.00 values, spl.$8.65
Comb and Brush Trays, worth
$9.00, during this sale. .$7.10
$2.75 Handled Baskets 2.15
Spoon Trays, worth $4.50. spe
cial price for this sale.. $3. 50
Many other splendid bargains
in articles too numerous to
mention. Visit this department.
Special reduction on our artistic
hand-painted China and Silver
ware that will solve the problem
if what you give for many a per
plexed shopper. Trices follow:
Hand-Painted China Plates, regu
lar .$1.65 values, special. .$1.25
$2.00 value, sale price. .. .$1.55
$4.00 value, sale price $3.10
$35.00 values, special. . . .$27-50
Artistic Silver-Plated Ware, in
Tea Sets, Sugar and Creamers,
Bread Trays, Sandwich Trays,
Jewel Boxes, Bakers, .Bottle
Holders, Shaving Sets and
Mugs, Smoking Sets, Ash
Trays, Cigar Jars at special re
duced prices, as follows:
$1.75 Bread Trays, spl.$1.35
$3.75 Bread Trays, jpl.$2.90
$5.95 Cake Stands, spl.$4.55
$6.00 Cake Stands, spl.$4.75
$4.25 Comports, special. $3.30
$2.25 Crumb Trays, spl.$1.75
4-piece Tea Sets, sugar, cream
er, spooner and tea pot. regu
larly worth $6.50, spl..$5.15
Xmas Linens
The woman who takes pride in
her household, takes pride in
her linens, ami you '11 please her
well by giving her some of the
handsome linens we offer here.
Wc sire sole Portland agents for
the Famous Richardson's
Linens. We show handsome
sets, with round, square or ob
long cloths, napkins to match.
Hand - Embroidered Scarfs,
Squares and Centerpieces at
1-3 Less Than Regular Prices.
Handkerchief Linen,
$1.40 grade, for, yard.. $1.00
worth $3.00 yard $1.98
Art Dept'm't
Velour Pillow Tops, in assorted
patterns, regular $1.50 CM lir
and $1.75 vals., special. 0 I iv)
De Lois Floss, or luster yarn,
regular price 10c and 12c F.
the doz. skeins, special at. . uu
Pillow Tops, assorted patterns,
lodge designs, etc., extra good
values at 38S 50?,
65 and .'.
Hatpin Holders, in all styles,
priced 35S 50S 65S 75
Embroidery Lessons Free by
an Expert Teacher, Every
Afternoon from 2 :30 Till 5.
75c
Gigan tic Double Sale of
Coats $8.75-$24.34
200 coats in the very smartest styles and best materials.
They come in blacks, plain colors or mixtures; made in
rich, plain effects, or very tastefully-trimmed. All sizes.
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Illustration on Left Shows Just One
of the Models. Sketched From Life
Regular $32.50 to $38.50 tOA. A.
Values, take your choice at TV J
180 women's coats in graceful long models: half-fitting
Newmarkets, Empire effects, or Paddock (fQ , t7T
styles; splendid materials. Vals. to $16.50 yO i O
100 Suits at lh Less
Q A 1 A On women's high grade tailored costumes; a lot of 100 of the most
r Xl t modish garments ever brought to Portland. Striking tailored
fancy trimmed or three-piece models; broadcloth, fancy suiting, VE V3
etc. Values $38.50 to $185.00. Monday and Tuesday you will
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Ribb
ons
48c Mi
Take advantage of these stupendous savings and buy bright hued
ribbons to make and trim your Christmas gifts at a great deal less
than regular price. A lot of 7000 yds, of ribbon, 3Vi to 6
in.
wide, in warp prints. Dresdens, Satin taffeta.- 45c val.
1 19 c
Dainty Handkerchiefs
Stop at our Handkerchief Department
and view the immense assortment we
have provided, from which you may
choose to supply your holiday needs.
For your own use or for an appropriate,
sensible gift, buy here; best quality and
lowset prices.
$1.25 Neckwear 48c
A special purchase of an immense sample
line of women's fine Stock Collars. They
are made of a combination of net and
lace ; all the newest materials, styles and
designs; tasteful Christmas gifts; superb
qualities. Values to $1.25 each,
at the special low price of only. .
Women's and Children's Underwear
Room must be had in "our Underwear Aisle' and that quickly. "Holiday goods force us
to sacrifice a large assortment of women's and children's underwear. They are vests,
pants, union suits, tights and corset covers. Not all sizes in each lot, but nearly all
sizes in the aggregate. If your size is here you will find bargains beyond compare
Garments worth up to $1.25, special 40. Garments worth up to 65c, special. . . . MJh
Fancy Silks for Christmas Gifts
Surely, you know somebod.v that would be more than pleased with a Silk Waist Pat
tern for Christmas, and to help you decide, we offer a choice of the largest stock of
fancy silks in Portland at reduced prices. They are fancy novelty effects in all the lead
ing shades and patterns, and regularly worth from $1.00 to $2.00 the yard. For yQp
this week's sale the $1.00 grade is priced at the exceptionally low, price of v. . (Oil
$1.25 grade,
special at. . .
93c
$1.50- grade,
special at. . .
SI .13
Yd. Wide Taffeta
Our Olds, Wortman & King brand, yard wide,
prime black Taffeta Silk ; best made for the money;
beautiful lustrous blacks; $1.50 grade, CI 01
special during this sale at only, the yard. . .y 1 i
$1.50 CREPE DE CHINE, for scarfs, etc. 93c
$1.75 grade,
special at. . .
S1.39
$2.00 grade,
special at
$1i59
Black Dress Goods
A decidedly sensible Christmas gift-would be a
Black Dress Pattern. We offer an assortment of
Black Dress Goods in all wool novelty or silk and'
wool. A lot of 4000 yards, worth to $3.50 (M fJ
the yard, special price during this sale. .0 I iZl
Fans Half Price
We have reduced our entire
stock of fine imported and
hand-painted Fans in remark
able fashion, just in time for
Christmas selling. Regular
prices are $10.00 to $25.00 each,
and if you buy right now you
can get them for J-JJJp
Umbrellas at 50c
Women's, children's and men's
Umbrellas in marvelously com
plete assortment as to price,
cover and handles. See our im
mense stock and get our prices
before buying. Remember that
an umbrella is a decidedly pop
ular and welcome gift to an
Oregonian. -
Children's Umbrellas, from
50 to $5.00
Women '8 Umbrellas from 75
to' .......... . .....$20.00
Men's Umbrellas ...75-$25
Children's Hose
Absolutely fast black, in me
dium or Winter weight; the
kind that give sturdy wear; de
cidedly suitable for Christmas
gifts; they will wear a long
time before they need mend
ing. Price, for pair, for QCp
low price of only. wu
Fancy Goods
In Smallwares Aisle
Pipe Rack, match holder and
candlesticks, mission finish ;
regular price 35c each; 1 Qp
special for only tluU
Fancy Match Holder and Ther
mometer; regular 65c AQn
value, special for only....T'Ou
Fancy Whisk-Broom Holders
and glove or handkerchief
boxes, . baskets, etc- Ribbon
trimmed; $1.25 values, at OQa
special low price of only. Ovu
Fancy Celluloid Collar and Cuff
Boxes, with collar-button com
partments; $1.25 values, QOp
at, low price, each, only. uUu
Shaving Sets Lather brush,
strop and silver-plated cup;
regular $4.00 set for PO QO
the low price of only.OZiuU
Shaving Stand? French' stag
finish,. with mirror set in mis
sion oak; $3.00 set for CJO QQ
low price of only OZiwu
Souvenir Books Of Columbia
River, to send to your QCn
Eastern friends; 50c vnl. Oub
Pinaud's French Perfumes In
ounce bottles; various CQp
odors; $1.25 value, only. Dub
Fancy Perfume or Toilet Water
Large size bottle, fancy fili
gree silver glass; 75c QQp
bottle, for only JUU
$7.50 Toilet Sets for $3.89
Sterling silver Toilet Sets,
consisting of comb, brush
and mirror; good quality
back and neat, silk-lined
box. Artistic designs; regu
larly worth $7.50 00 QQ
set: SDecial only.-UJiUu
Artistic Clocks, in Ormolu gold
finish, accurate timekeepers;
very artistic designs; regularly
$2.75" each, special for Q4 qq
this sale, only.. ...... 01 lUJ
Exclusive Parisian Novelties in
Jewelry selected by our own
buyers on their European trips.
Shown nowhere but here.
Opera Glasses
Twenty per cent reduction on
our entire stock of Opera
Glasses for this week's selling.
Nothing. reserved; all the best
makes, including, genuine Le
maire, Colmonts, Marchands,
Lavilles, Iris and Lefils; regu
lar prices from $2.75 r
...3 ucoo
to $25.00 at. ,
Suitable Gifts for Men Folks
Neckwear, in endless assort
ment, the latest colorings,
shapes and shades; the sort that
the smart dressers prefer. Holi
day line, 50S $1.00, $1.50
Men's. Bath Robes A large as
sortment, containing all sizes,
all qualities, all patterns. Ideal
Christmas gifts for men. Terry
cloth or blanket de- COfl flfl
signs, at $3.50 to OlUiUU
Men's Sweaters and Sweater
Coats The season's best styles
and best makes. See them.
Men's Gloves, in kid, DO rn
cape and wool, 50 to yi 3U
Men's House Coats, iu the latest
styles ; perfect fitting CQC 00
garments, at $5 to OZUiUU
MUFFLERS, REEFERS,
DRESS PROTECTORS, ETC.
Night Gowns
Women's Muslin Night Gowns,
nicely trimmed, regular f7p
$1.00 value, this sale .01 U
Outing Flannel Petticoats, knee
length, white with flounce em
broidered in colors, or in neat
striped patterns, values 7Qp
to $1.50; special price... lull
Good Shoes
New Arrivals in Women's
Smart Shoes, pumps CC 00
with puffed bow, price. $wiUU
Women's Walking Shoes, for
taupe shade gowns, with gun
metal calf vamps, and taupe
cravenette tops, extra PC 00
smart; priced at only. .OUiUU