EDITORIAL
AND SOCIETY
SECTION THREE
Pages 1 to 12
PORTLAND, OREGON, SUSDAY MORXIXG, JANUARY 31, 1915.
NO. 5.
VOL. XXXIV.
We Give ZK
Trading Stamps
Portland Agents for Gossard Front-Lace, Nemo, Bien Jolie, Adjusto, Bon Ton and Royal Worcester "Corsets
Take Downtown Luncheon in Our Beautiful Tea Room, Fourth Floor Manicuring and Hairdressing Parlors on the Second Floor
We Give 2?K
Trading Stamps
Annual Inventory Clean-Up
This is the great month for cleaning house. Our.
inventory, as usual, brought to light many hundreds
of short lines and odds and ends, remnants, etc.,
which will be offered at greatly reduced prices!
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Wortman
&'Ming
Reliable Merchandise Reliable Methods
Pacific Phone Marshall 4800
Home Phone A 6231
200 Doz. Pairs Women's Silk Hose
Start at 95c-End at 68c Pair ,
Department, Main Floor Women's Black Silk Hose, with lisle top and lisle sole.
FROM 9 TO 10 The price of these fine Silk Hose will be, the pair, 95
FROM 10 TO 12 The price of these fine Silk Hose will drop to. the pair, XUc
FROM 12 TO 2 The price of these fine Silk Hose will drop to, the pair, 83
FROM 2 TO 4 The price of these fine Silk Hose will drop to, the pair, 7&C
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of them are left they will be sold at, the pair, for 6S
DROP -EN oPMXCE" Saies Tomorrow
At the Sound of the Gong-Every 2 Hours Prices on These Items Will Drop!
This most extraordinary sale will be the first of our February clean-up events The items advertised on this page are broken
lots, short lines, odds and ends, or lines which we wish to close out quickly before the arrivals of the Spring goods Every two hours
the prices will drop until the articles advertised are entirely sold out Don't miss it! The idea is new and worthy of investigation
Those Who Come Early Will Benefit by the Best Assortments Late Comers Will Get Last Choice at Lowest Prices
No Matter What Time of the Day You Come You Will Get a Bargain!
$16.50 to $25 Suits
Start at $14.98 Suit Department, Second Floor Excellent as-
: sortment of Women's Winter Suits in serge,
End at $0.98 cheviots, broadcloth, gabardine, cloth, velours,
: ' diagonals and many more desirable weaves.
Smart models in redingote or long-coat styles; also many in short-coat
effects. Tailored or semi-fancy cuts suitable for wear on any occasion.
All are from our regular stock. Shown in splendid range of dark shades,
including rich plum color, and in a good assortment of sizes. 2d Floor.
FROM 9 TO 10 Regular $16.50 to $25.00 Suits on sale now at $14.98
FROM 10 TO 12 The price on these Suite will drop down to $13.98
FROM 12 TO 2 The price on these Suite will drop down to $12.98
FROM 2 TO 4 The price on these Suits will drop down to $10.98
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these Suite are left they will go at $ 9.98
Women's $38.50 Coats
Start at $17.98 Garment Salons, Second Floor Those who come
early will benefit by best assortments. - Late
End at $14.98 comers will get last choice at lowest prices.
Women's and Misses' Coats in and full-length
models in various styles, including Balmacaans, full-flare cape coats,
belted effects and many dressy models and in assortment of materials.
FROM 9 TO 10 Coats worth to $38.50 are offered now at $17.98
FROM 10 TO 12 The price on these Coats will drop down to $16.98
FROM 12 TO 2 The price on these Coats will drop down to $16.48
FROM 2 TO 4 The price on these Coats will drop down to $15.98
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these Coats are left they go at $14.98
$6 to $12.50 Waists
Start at $4.49 Garment Department, Second Floor These at-
tractive Waists, are shown in numerous styles.
End at $3.65 Made of chiffon, laces, satin, crepe de chine,
: messaline and taffeta. Long and short sleeves
and high or low necks. Some are trimmed with fancy lace bands, dainty
frills, etc. Others have fancy net vest effects, or trim'd with fancy buttons.
FROM 9 TO 10 These $6.00 to $120 Waists on special sale at $4.49
FROM 10 TO 12 The price on these Waists will drop down to $4.29
FROM 12 TO 2 The price on these Waists will drop down to $3.98
FROM 2 TO 4 The price on these Waists will drop down to $3.79
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these Waists are left thfy go at $3.65
$2.25 to $5.00 Neck Ruffs
Start at $1.98 Department, Main Floor Dainty Marabou and
Silk Neck Ruffs, with ribbon tie. These are
End at 48 CtS. shown in assorted colors and are exceptional
bargains. Come early and get first choice.
FROM 9 TO 10 These $2.25 to $5.00 Neck Ruffs on sale now at $1.98
FROM 10 TO 12 The price on these Neck Ruffs will drop to $1.78
FROM 12 TO 2 The price on these Neck Ruffs will drop to $1.48
FROM 2 TO 4 The price on these Neck Ruffs wil drop to 98
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these are left they will be on sale at 48
$2.50 to $2.75 Marabou Scarfs
Start at $1.68 Department, Main Floor Those who come early
will have the advantage of best assortment. The
End at 98 CtS. late comers will benefit by the lowest prices.
Every two hours the price will be reduced.
9 to 10 $2.25 to $5 Ruffs $1.68 2 to 4 Price will drop to $1.25
10 to 12 Price drops to $1.58 4 to 6 Price will drop to 9S
12 to 2 Price drops to $1.48 We give "S. & H." Green Stamps.
$2.50 Silk Umbrellas
Cfnrf af 19 Mam Floor Quantity in this lot is limited, so
' don't wait until the last hour. Women's Gloria
End at $1.38 Silk Umbrellas in good assortment of plain and
; fancy handles. Steel frame and rod.. $2.50 grade.
FROM 9 to JO These $2.50 Umbrellas will be on special sale at $2.19
10 to 12 Price drops to $1.9S II 2 to 4 Price will drop to $1.58
12 to 2 Price drops to $1.78 I 4 to 6 If any remain, at $1.38
$6.25 Black Fire Sets
Cfrtrf at 5 35 Department, Third Floor Sale extraordinary of
. - black Wrought Iron Fire Sets. These are in the
Etld at $3.15 latest design. You'll never have another chance
td buy at these low prices. Shop in the morning.
From 9 to 10 at $5.35, from 10 to 12 at $4.85. trom 12 to 2 at'
$4.5Q, from 2 to 4 at $3.85 and from 4 to 6. if any are left. $3.15
"Household Dolls"-10 Kitchen Articles
From 9 to 10 These'$1.00 -Household Dolls" will be on sale at G5C
10 to 12 Prices drop down to 45 2 to 4 Prices drop down to 3Q
12 to 2 Prices drop down to 40 4 to 6 If any remain, go at 20
1400 Sets of Glasses Assorted
Worth From 65c Up to $1.00 a Set
JfV-f "St Cf Dept. Third Floor There are 1400 Sets, all told, .in this
jturi phenomenal sale, but don't wait too long, for they are sure
End atl 5c Se t to find eager buyers. The assortment is made up of many
odd lines in various shapes and styles, including Ice Tea
Glasses, Water Glasses, Milk Glasses, Bell-Top Glasses, Sundaes (3 sizes) and
Colonial Shape Lemonade Glasses. Early buyers get the benefit of greater as
sortment late comers may choose (if any are left) at lowest prices. ,
FROM 9 TO 10 These 65c to $1.00 Glasses will go for 35t a Set
FMTOTO 12 The Price will gp down to 30f a Set
FROM12TO -2 The Price will go down to 25 a Set
FROM 2 TO 4 The Price will go down to 20 a Set
FROM 4 TO 6 If any are left they will go at 15 a Set
Many
Different
Styles
75c Box Stationery
Start at 68 CtS. Department, Main Floor It will
r pay you to buy enough of this
End at 38 CtS. to last you for many months.
: ; 24 sheets of paper, 24 cards and
48 envelopes, put Up in fancy box, with hinged cover,
ribbon-tied., . Excellent quality, selling heretofore at 75c.
FROM 9 TO 10 Regular 75c Stationery goes at 68
FROM 10 TO 12 The price will drop down to 5S
FROM 12 TO 2 The price will drop down to 53
FROM 2 TO 4 The price will drop down to 45
$6 Hair Switches
Cft a CI Qfi Second Floor Those who come
sttart at p-t.yo benefit by begt aS80rt
End at 98 CtS. merit.- Late comers will have
: : last choice at lowest prices; Odd
lines of high-grade natural wavy hair Switches in as
sorted colors. These 'are all from our regular stock
and are good quality. Don't fail to attend this sale.
FROM 9 TO 10 $3 to $6 Switches go for $1.98
FROM 10 TO 12 The price will go down to $1.68
FROM 12 TO 2 The price will go down to $1T48
FROM 2 TO 4 The price will go down to $1.28
FROM 4 TO 6 If any are left they go for 98
Entire Stock of Men's $25 Suits
ct-f S, ciq Tes Men's Store, Main Floor This novel idea will appeal to
Star I UL i rrfen and wm close out all our regular $25.00 Suits. We
Fwf nt HI 75 have but 160 left, so better step lively! Come early
cnu ui vj.j. q pay & litte more and get f .rst choice We make thjg
unusual offer in order to start the season with an entire new stock. Remember,
every $25.00 Suit is included yes, blue; and blacks, too. S. & H. Stamps iven.
EVERY 2 HOURS THE PRICE WILL DROP!
FROM 9 TO 10 Choice of all Men's $25.00 Suits for only $19.75
FROM 4 TO 6 If any remain, priced, the box, 38
FROM 10 TO 12 The Price will drop down to $18.75
FROM 12 TO 2 The Price will drop down to $17.75
FROM
FROM
2 TO 4 The Price will drop down to $16.75
4 TO 6 If any are left, price will be. $15.75
Lingerie Waists
Start a t 35c Basement Women's Lingerie
W H-lijttS UUU lilies Ul vaiwUB ofcjria
End at 5 CtS. some of these are slightly mussed
and soiled. iviaae or sneer mwn.
Some with seDarate collars. Embroidery trimmed.
FROM 9 TO 10 These Lingerie Waists will go at 35
FROM 10 TO 12 The price will drop down to 25
FROM 12 TO 2 The price will drop down to 19
FROM 2 TO 4 The price will drop down to 12fr
FROM 4TO" 6If any are left, they go for 5
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OC LWilUJVU,l Endatlc
Basement Odd lines Women's Fancy Neckwear some
a trifle mussed, but all are good styles. Buy now.
FROM 9 TO 10 Neckwear worth to 75c now at 19
10 to 12 Reduced to 15c II 2 to 4 Reduced to 5c
12 to 2 Reduced to 10c 4 to 6 Reduced to lc
$3 Silk Petticoats
Start at $2.29 Basement Every woman who
: needs a Petticoat will heed this
End at 98 CtS. phenomenal offering. Made of
good grade messaline or taffeta,
in plain and changeable effects. Some have silk jersey
tops. Finished with deep plaited flounces. See them.
FROM 9 TO 10 These $3 Petticoats will.go at $2.29
10 to 12 Reduced to $1.98 II 2 to 4 Reduced to $1.29
12 to 2 Reduced to $L49 4 to 6 Reduced to 98c
Child's Coats ggffig
Basement Children's Woolen Coats in blue, red, tan
and brown. Also checks. Sizes range from 2 to 14.
Coats in this lot worth up to $6.00. Don't miss this!
FROM 9 to 10 These Coats will be offered at $2.98
10 to 12 Priced at $29 2 to 4 Priced at $L29
12 to 2 Priced at $1.98 4 to 6 Priced at 98c
"Drop-in-Price" Sale of Millinery
Trimmed H(lt Second Floor 100 Hate in
ITimmVU. nm this special lot. shown in
various smart shapes and styles. These same Hats
were specialed last week at $6.95. FROM 9 TO 10
They will go at $5.00, 10 to 12 at $4.00, 12 to 2
at $3.0O, 2 to 4 at $2.00, 4 to 6, if any remain, $1
Ff m. Cfiinic Second Floor Excellent qual-
naionupes it black velvet Hat shapes in
large, medium and small styles. Standard grades, sell
ing formerly up to $4,915. FROM 9 TO 10 They will
go at $1.49, from 10 to 12 at $1.29, from 12 to 2
at 98, from 2 to 4 at 78, from 4 to 6 at 4S
$5.50 Mahogany STOOL
Start at $4.89 Department, Third Floor Only
a limited number of these, so
End at $3.89 you must act quickly. Mahog-
any Foot Stools, with tapestry
covered tops. Very useful. Come early in the morning.
FROM 9 TO 10 These $5.50 Foot Stools go at $4.89
10 to 12 Reduced to $4.78
12 to 2 Reduced to $4.58
2 to "4 Reduced to $4.28
4 to 6 Reduced to $3.89
$2.50 Scrim Curtains
Start at $1.98 Department, Third Floor-One
, hundnd pairs of fine quality
End at $1.35 Scrim Curtains, with dainty
: ; hemstitched edge and insertion.
These come in regulation width and length. $2.50 grade.
FROM 9 TO 10 These $2.50 Scrim Curtains at $1.98
10 to 12 At, a pair. $1.87 2 to 4 At, a pair, $1.58
12 to 2 At, a pair, $1.78 4 to 6 At, a pair, $1.35
$2.50 Wool Dress Goods
Start at $1.69 Department, Main Floor Wool Dress Goods in
assorted weaves and patterns. Excellent fabrics
End at 98c Yd. for coats, skirts, etc. Stripes, plaids and some
in plain colors. Come early and get your choice.'
From 2 to 4 At $1.19 Yard
From 9 to 10 At $ 1.69 Yard
From 10-to 12 At $ 1.49 Yard
From 12 to 2 At $129 Yard
From 4 to 6 If any of these fab
rics are left they go at, yd., 9Stf
$2 Imported Corduroys Start $1.79 End 98c
Main Floor 21-in. Imported Corduroys in combinations of blue and gray,
green and gray or brown and gray. Makes up beautifully. $2.00 quality.
9 to 10 $2 Corduroys at $ 1.79
From 10 to 12 At, yard $1.59
From 12 to 2 At, yard $1.39
From 2 to 4 At, the yard $ 1.19
From 4 to 6 If any of thene fab
rics are left they go at, yd., 9S
$1.75 Velvet & Corduroxj
Start at $1.10 Department, Main Floor 24-inch, two-toned
Boulevard Velvets in brown-mixed, blue-mixed
End at 68c Yd. and gray-mixed. Excellent quality for costumes
: and wraps. We also include in this lot, 28-inch
extra heavy Corduroys' in- navy blue, and tobacco brown. These are of
standard quality, selling in the regular way at $1.75 the yard. Read on:
FROM 9 to 10 These $1.75 Corduroys and Velvets, the yard, at $ 1.10
FROM 10 to 12 The price on these Corduroyi wil I go down to. yd 9S
FROM 12 to 2 The price on these Corduroys will go down to. yd 88
FROM 2 to 4 The price on these Corduroys will go down to, yd 78
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these Corduroys remain they go at, yd., 68
Men's Regular $2 Shirts
Start at $1.69 Department, Main Floor Here's an exceptional
offer to all thrifty men. Those who cannot come
End at $1.29 will send mother, wife or sister to do the choos-
ing. Soft or stiff cuff styles in splendid quality
materials and good assortment of sizes. Ask for S. & H. Stamps.
FROM 9 TO 10 The price of these $2.00 Shirts will go to $1.69
FROM 10 TO 12 The price of these Shirts will go down to $1.59
FROM 12 TO 2 The price of these Shirts will go down to $ 1.49
FROM 2 TO 4 The price of these Shirts will go down to $ 1 .39
FROM 4 TO 6 If any of these Shirts are left they go at $1.29
$3.98 Leona Combinat'ns
Start at $1.98 Department, Second Floor "Leona" Undergar-
merits are made of fine grade materials and are
End at 98 CtS. beautifully finished. These three-piece Combi-
nations (corset cover, skirt and drawers) are
nicely trimmed with laces and embroidery. Standard $3.98 garments.
FROM 9 to 10 These $3.98 Leona Combinations placed on sale $1.9S
FROM 10 to 12 The price onLeona Combinations will drop to $ 1 .69
FROM 12 to 2 The price on Leona Combinations will drop to $1.39
FROM 2 to 4 The price on Leona Combinations will drop to $1.29
FROM 4 to 6 The price on Leona Combinations will drop to 9S
$3.50 Princess Slips taSK"
-Department, Second Floor Dainty silk mull Princess Slips in pink, blue,
white, black, lavender, yellow. These Princess Slips are all lace trimmed.
FROM 9 to 10 These $3.50 Princess Slips will go for only $1.9S
From 10 to 12 Reduced to $1.69
From 12 to 2 Reduced to $1.39
From 2 to 4 Reduced to $1.29
From 4 to 6 If any remain, 9S
50c-75c Sanitary Aprons
Start at 39C Department, Second Floor Women's Sanitary Skirt
Protectors in large size. We have but a limited
End at 19C number of these, so come in the morning hours.
We give S. & H. Trading Stamps. Ask for them.
FROM 9 tolO These 50c Sanitary Aprons will be placed on aale at 39
FROM 10 to 12 The price on these Sanitary Aprons will drop to 33
FROM 12 to 2 The price on these Sanitary Aprons will drop to 29
FROM 2 to 4 The price on these Sanitary Aprons will drop to 23
FROM 4 to 6 If any of these Aprons are left theprice will be 19
Bous' $8.50 Spring Suits
c-. rtt fi Aft Department, Main Floor Here's an excellent
Oiari ui Rnowin(f of jyg. fancy SprinK suits in the double-
Fnd at 54 98 breasted styles with knee pants in sizes from 8
. to 16 years. The materials are tweeds, home
spuns and cassimeres in pleasing patterns and medium light colors.
FROM 9 to 10 These $8.50 Boys' Suits will go for only $Q.- S
FROM 10 to 12 The price on these Boys' Suits will drop down to $6.28
FROM 12 to 2 Theprice on these Boys' Suits will drop down to $5.98
FROM 2 to 4 The price on these Boys' Suis will drop down to $5.-48
FROM 4 to 6 If any are left these Boys' Suits will go at $4.98