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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (Oct. 5, 1913)
3 THE SUSDAY OKKCrOAIAJV, FOKTLAIN'U, OCTOBEK 5, 11U3- The ladies Home Journal Patterns Are Here in All the Latest and Best Styles at 10c and 15c Each-Also a Full Showing of Embroidery Patterns at the Same Prices-Autumn and Winter Style Book of Home Journal Patterns Now Ready at 5c a Copy-The New Magazine, The Criterion of Fashions, on Sale Here at 5c Each-on the Balcony DEMAND TAXES GUT AGOHIA TAXPAYERS Is V Commissioners Stand Pat on 13-Mill Levy but Citizens Say 12 Mills. LIVELY SESSION EXPECTED In Requesting Smaller Budget Prop crty Owners Insist Upon Outting Out Some of Proposed Mu nicipal Automobiles. TACOMA. Oct 4. (Special.) One of the liveliest sessions the City Commls slon has had In its career Is due to take place Monday when Is held the hearing required by law, at which citi zens may protest against the city budget and tax levy for the comlns year. The original budget, prepared by the Mayor and four Commissioners, called for a sum that It would have taken a 20-mlll tax levy to provide. The state law does not permit a levy In excess of 15 mills. The last levy was 3 2 mills. Consequently it was up to the Commission to cut. By one means and another the levy was brought down to 13 mills, which figure was agreed on by the Commission, along with an understanding that a X500. 000 bond Issue would be asked in the Spring to permit various Improve ments the Commissioners felt the city ought to have. With state, county and Board of Education asking increased tax levies, bringing the total to the highest Ta- coma has bad In years, there has been a very general demand on the part of business men and clvio organizations that the City Commission cut out some of the automobiles it proposed to buy and some of the other unnecessary things and bring the city's rate of levy down to 12 mills, the same as the last year. Thus far the Commission ers have stood pat In demanding 13 mills. CltUess Voice Protest. Under the auspices of the Central Improvement League, which Is com posed of delegates from all the Im provement clubs In the city, about a dozen of them, a meeting of citizens was held this week and a vigorous protest voiced against more than a 12-mlll levy. The City Controller Is the only elective official, outside of the Mayor and Commissioners. For the first time, the Controller was left out of the budget deliberations this year and not even furnished with a copy of the proposed estimates. At the Improvement League meeting a report was read from Controller John F. Meads showing in detail and exactly how the Commission could prune Its budget and keep within 12 mills. The league meeting took positive action favoring a 12-mlll levy, and the Con troller's report was presented to the Commission next day, but still the Commissioners could see nothing under 13 mills. For next year the City Commission Is asking a total of 11,264,938.13 to spend. Of this amount $909,936.13 to be raised by taxation and $365,000 is expected to come from miscellaneous receipts. The Mayor's department, publlo affairs, health and sanitation want $39,376.85. The Commissioner of Publio Safety, including the fire and police departments, wants $405,411.76 The department of public works. In cluding the engineering department. wants $318,828.95. The department of finance wants $68,710, chiefly for sal aries. The public library wants $35, 236 and the miscellaneaus fund totals $397,372.75. Dond Plan la Ignored. Of the total of $1,264,936, the Com mission is asking $653,357.92 for sal aries, and supplies are estimated at $530,774.96. while for new Improve ments only $75,803.25 is Included. Citi zens have paid no attention at all to the Commission's plan to ask a $500, 000 bond Issue at the April city elec tion. and it is generally accepted as a fact that any such proposition would be overwhelmingly snowed under at the polls, so. strong is the sentiment against constantly Increasing taxes In all departments of government The city's Interest payment for next year alone on bonds will amount to $289,765, requiring nearly 5 mills of the total levy to pay Interest on bonds alone, this exclusive of Interest paid by self-supporting public utilities, the bonds on which are a lien against the plant alone and not the city. BQ5D PKPABTMKST Commerce Trust & Savings Bank Park and Morrison -Streets. OFFERS I Unsold portion of $80,000 first mortgage 20-year 6 Portland Social Turn Verein bonds, fee curlty: $202,000 in close-in Port land realty. Annual Income from all sources, $14,000. Price: Par and interest Unsold part of $148,000 (closed first mortgage) Lewis County, Idaho, Electric Co.'s 25-year 6 bonds. Property recently sold to Grangeville. Idaho, Electric Company which Is owned by the Big Bend Electric Company of Spokane, Washington. Amount of security behind this bond issue, $550,000. Present net earnings more than four times the inter est charge. Security more than three and one-half times the amount of the loan. Price to yield 7. ... First mortgage realty and leasehold bonds to net from 6 to 1. Washington and Oregon mort gages, well secured, to net from 7?4 to 8. Ninth Circuit has certified to the Su preme Court the question of the valid lty of the amendment to the Oklahoma constitution, which grants suttrage io Illiterates and their aescenaants wno were entitled to vote prior to Janu ary 1, 1866. The Solicitor contends tnat tne en tire provision violates the Fifteenth amendment to the Federal - Constitu tion guaranteeing against discrimina tion as to race, color or previous con dition of servitude. The effect of the "grandfather clause," he adds, "is to exclude nearly all ' illiterate negroes and virtually no illiterate white men, WILSON AUTO HITS BOY YOUJfO : 5IESSEXGER SWERVES IX FRONT OF MACHINE. OREGON GERMANS TO GO STATE TO BE REPRESENTED AT ST. IOUIS CELEBRATION. Dr. F. IT. Dammascti and Edagcr Winter to Bo Delegates to War of Liberation Centennial. ST. LOUIS. Oct. 4. (Special.) Ore gon will be well represented at the Na tions celebration. In St. Louis October 4 to 11, Inclusive, of the centennial of the German War of Liberation, accord ing to Information received by the com mittees having- charge of the arrange ments. ' Because of this great celebration, with its monster street parades and other festivities. Including the unveil ing of a splendid monument to Fried rich Ludwig Jahn, founder of the pres ent system of physical culture, and por trayals by float, living picture and tableaux of the stirring scenes that marked the defeat of Napoleon's forces, In the battle of Leipzig by the Ger mans and their allies, the railroads hare made the most extensive reduced rates to St. Louis and return since the Lou isiana Purchase Exposition, these rates extending to the Atlantic and Pacific Coast, the Gulf of Mexico and the Do minion of Canada. The well-known Oregon Germans ex pected to participate actively In the centennial celebration Include Dr. F. H. Dammasch. of Portland, who, be sides being the president of the Ore gon German-American Alliance, is the Oregon member of the National execu tive board of the alliance, and Edager Winter, also of Portland, secretary of tne state organization. RACE ISSUE IS PRESENTED Oklahoma Grandfather Clause Tak en to Federal Supreme Court. WASHINGTON. Oct. 4. The Federal Government's effort to prove that the "grandfather clause" of the Oklahoma constitution violates the Constitution of the United States, was begun In the Supreme Court today with a brief filed by Solicitor-General Davis. The Circuit Court of Appeals for the President Promises to Bay "Nice New Wheel" and Tells Doctor to Attend Constantly. WASHINGTON. Oct 4. While Presi dent Wilson was motoring through the southeast section of the city early tonight returning to the White House from a long ride through Maryland, his automobile struck Robert Crawford, 15-year-old messenger boy, slightly bruising him about the knee. Young Crawford was taken to a hos pital at once by Dr. Grayson, the Presi dent's physician. An examination showed that no bones were broken and that his Injuries were not serious. The boy was riding a bicycle and trying to dodge stones being hurled at him by another youngster when he sua denly swerved directly In front of the President s car as It rounded a corner. The President who was riding in the front seat with the chauffeur, was at the boy's side in an Instant lifting him from beneath the hood, while the secret service men disentangled the bicycle from under the automobile. Crawford's principal solicitation was for his wheel. "My wheel, my wheel," he whim pered. "I'll have to carry the mes sages on foot now." The President promptly assured him that he would buy him "a nice new wheel," and directed Dr. Grayson to at tend to htm constantly. The boy was taken In the secret service automobile to a hospital at which his mother is employed. Oregon People In Chicago. CHICAGO. Oct 4. (Special.) The following from Oregon are registered at the Congress Hotel: From Portland, Miss Constance Piper; from Hood River, Mrs. C. H. Sletton. REV. J. G. DUKES Writes t My wife has been in a very bad state of health. Nothing seemed to do her any good until she began TO USE PERUNA. MRS. J. G. DUKES. Rev. J. G. Dukes, 71S S. bth at, Wil mington, N. C. writes: "My wife has been In a very bad state of health for several years, and nothing seemed to do her any good until she began to use Peruna one month ago. Since then the color has returned to her face, and she is gain ing in flesh every day, and I believe she Is a well woman today. "My little boy, 10 years old, was pale and had but little life. He began to use Peruna the day his mother began. Today his face Is rosy, and he is out in the yard, running and jumping with the rest of the children." Stomach Trouble Relieved. Mrs. T. J. Ballard, R. R. I, Pryor, Okla, writes: "I am happy to tell you that I keep free from my old stomach trouble; feel no catarrhal symptoms at alL I am able to do my work, eat and drink what I want, and rejoice that I found a sure cure in your valuable medicines, which I failed to find in the best of home physicians." Adv. Important Underpricing of Dress Shields and Notions Big Savings on the Little Things Most Every Woman Is in Need Of 30c No. 3 Gem Dress Shields at 19 35c No. 4 Gem Dress Shields at 25? 40c No. 5 Gem Dress Shields at 29$ 25c No. 3 Black Panne Shields at 19 35c No. 4 Black Panne Shields at 25 25c Silk Covered Dress Shields at-15 Pacific Phone Marsh. 5080, Home A 2112 The Most in Value, The Best in Quality Drsss ..10 25 Important Underpricing of Shields and Notions 15c 10-inch Whisk Brooms at 50c Sterling Skirt Marker at. 5c Stocking Darners at 3 15c Barrettes on sale at 10 10c Net Shopping Bags at 5 20c Net Shopping Bags at 15 5c Basting Machine Cotton, 6 for 25 8c Safety Pins, in all sizes, at. . . 5 We Open Our Store at 8;30 A. M. Daily Except Satur day When We Open at 9:15 KM T . M B -1 1 1 A Doll mE' wioffw4 The woman whose happiness is most likely to be certain is the woman whose expendi tures come well within her income, and it is our belief that if we can contribute to help this good cause along by providing her with timely economies in the new season's goods, we shall win new friends for this store Hence this October Sale. The values stand for worth, service and satisfaction, and they will make happy the woman who secures them. We Close Our Store at 5:30 P. M. Daily Except Satur day When We Close at 9:15 Silks With the Novelty of Newness Clinging Closely to Them Are Just Unpacked. hmm 3SS That there can be "something new under the sun" is forcibly 'illustrated by these beautiful Silks for the season of 1913-1914, just removed from their wrappings and glowing with bright, cheery, spick, -span freshness in a riot of wTon derful color combina tions. The weaves are as delicate as a spider s I I J I 7 . . ssfs weD. ana xuere s an aa- "'tonishingly large variety. X our surprise win giu" as you look at the prices, just as we ourselves were surprised at the valuation .-. ii i 111 1 l 1 placed on tnem by tne maters, iteaa tne Drier descriptions Silk and Wool Plaids, 75 Yard 38-inch silk and wool German Plaids of perfect weave and finish, shown in the correct new colorings. A splendid wearing fabric at 75 a yard. New Scotch Plaids, $1.00 a Yard Thev come full 42 inches wide and are made of the purest of Australian yarn. A showing: that includes all size plaids in rich colorings of contrasting shades. A very durable' material priced at $1 a yard. New Winter Coatings, $1.50 to $3.50 a Yard A complete display of new Fall and Winter-weight Coatings, full 56 inches wide new Chinchillas, Zibelines, Mate lasse, Moleskin, Illuminated Paids, Novelty Heavy Weaves, etc. Coatings that do not require linings, shown m qualities to suit all from $1.50 up to $3.50 a yard. New Crepes de Chine, $1.50-$2 Yard The earlv demand for Crepe de Chine Silks proves how popular they are to be this season. With our usual foresight we have prepared a great showing in both plain and crinkled weaves. In cluded are the most desirable colors Two qualities $2.00 and $1.50 yard. Brocaded Crepe de Chine, $2.50 Yard Magnificent creations in designs and colorings that have been confined to this store. They are firmly woven, soft clinging brocaded Crepe de Chines, full 42 inches wide, of the finest quality and finish, specially priced ip.oO a yard. 40-inch Brocaded Poplins, $2.00 Yard New and exclusive designs in. a full showing of beautiful color combina tions. They are firmly woven Silk Pop lins that are very serviceable and ex tremely fashionable. A matchless value at $2.00 a yard. New Novelty Silks in Endless Variety At 75 a Yard At $1.25 a Yard At $1.50 a Yard At $2.00 a Yard From the best markets of the world we have gathered an endless variety of Nov elty Silks. Included are the most popular weaves and most fashionable color ings in Bulgarian Designs, Balkan Satins, Novelty Ottoman Cords, Rich Oriental Patterns and a great many other fashionable trimming Silks, 75 up to $2 yd. Rich New Matelasse Coatings, 48 Inches Wide, Priced at, the Yard, $3.50 A magnificent material shown in all the correct new colorings Copenhagen Blues, Blacks, Navys, Golden Brown, Taupe, the popular Copper shades, etc. Extra heavy, finely woven fabrics or striking designs, priced at, a yard, $3.50 Smart New Styles in AT Our Usual Moderate Prices With every fashion showing we make it be comes more evident that we select the gar ments as we would choose friends, and the result is that everv sea- vfin t rriM i m tim v i r hih i i.jHU ships for the store. This lii r ail exnibit and sale is I, the best reason we know u began. You will be m terested deeply so in these smart Fall Coats. Likewise in the early season prices. Smart new styles in. Women's and Misses' Fall and Winter Coats, from $9.90 to $30.00. The most fashionable three-quarter and full- length styles in cutaway and straight front models, variously trimmed and perfectly finished. Included are the most fashionable materials Astrachan, Salts, Arabian Lamb, Saltex Fur Fabrics, Zibelines, Hair line and Noveltv Mixtures and the popular plain col ored fabrics. Come and judge for yourself the worth iness of this great showing and its many points of superiority. It is something more than simply in teresting. It is profitable both from the viewpoint of quality and value. You may choose from unsur passed values at S9.9U, S12.5U, S15.UU, Slti.au, $18.50, $21.00, $22.50, to $30.00. New Styles in House Dresses 98c to $2.50 A complete new stock of House Dresses, made of Amoskeeg Ginghams, Cnambrays, 1'ercales, etc., m plain colors, stripes, checks and figures; all well made and neatly trimmed and the best possible val ues at 9SS $1.25, $1.50, $1.98, $2.25, $2;.50. mmiw1 -ii Knit Underwear Values I We would like to have you read the items listed here, for they tell a most interesting story of newness and timely helpfulness in Knit Underwear for rail and Winter wear. Springfield, American Beauty and Richelieu Are the Leading Brands Fine Wool Vests and Pants of Springfield make, shown in the popular weaves, weights and styles for Fall and Winter wear and in all sizes; perfect-fitting garments of unequaled quality at $2, $1.75, $1.50 Springfield Wool Union Suits, shown in all sizes and in form-fitting styles; strictly high-grade garments of seasonable weights at... $3.00, $3.50 and $4.00 American Beauty Underwear An extensive show ing of the best styles in Fall and Winter weight; all wool and part-wool Vests, Pants, Tights and Union Suits; all sizes at popular prices: Vests and Pants at. $1.00 and $1.25 Union Suits at $1.50, $2.00 and $2.50 Richelieu Union Suits with thinlv knitted waist band without seams; shown in all styles and sizes. All reg ular sizes from $1.00 to $2.25 All outsizes at. . $1.25 to $2.50 Attractive Showing and Sale of Qntiiifc Flannel Undergarments Standard makes and qualities full and generous sizes, with cut under pieces for full measure. All that's necessary is to compare values. It's. the season's opening sale and one worth your prompt attention. High-Grade Gowns in a Dozen Styles at ,. . . $1.19 Included are the popular low-neck slip over styles, as well as those with V-shaped and high neck. They come with long or short sleeves and in all sizes. They are made of the best stand ard quality outing flannel in plain white, blue or pink or in neat stripes and figures. All are well made and neatly trimmed with feather stitching, tucks or scalloped embroidered edge. All sizes in regular values 1 Q up to $1.50. Your choice at. $1.25 Gowns Priced at 98 Another very full line of Women's Out ing iriannel tiowns shown m white, pink, blue and gray, in neat colored stripes and figured design. They are cut full length and width and are fin ished with tucked vokes, or round. All 98c V-shaped, or high neck with collar sizes. Kegular $1.2o values now on sale at Flannel Shirts, Values to 75c, at 50 Quite a large variety of styles to choose from ; all made of excellent quality out ing flannels ; knee-length styles in light and dark colors, in pretty stripes and figures; attractive garments, finished with ruffle, scalloped edge or hem stitched. Regular 65c and 75c Cfl,, values, on sale at 5UC Children's Gowns, Values to 75c, 59 More than a dozen styles in plain colors or pretty stripes, checks or figures. They come with neatly trimmed yokes and feather-stitched tucks, V-shaped, round and high-neck styles, with long sleeves and in all sizes. Regular 65c and 75c values, on sale tomor- fin row at 02C 0