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THE SUITOAY OREGONIAN, PORTLAND, NOVEMBER 7, 1920 GQMPEBS AND PLUMB LI If E BAD Election Returns . Indicate Rebellion of Labor. CHIEFS MANDATE FAILS Senators W1k Stood by Esch-Cummins Railroad Bill Are Re elected With, Aid of Workers. THE OREGONIAN NEWS BUREAU. Washington, Nov. 6. Careful exami nation of last Tuesday's results, now that the election returns are prac tically all in, discloses that it wag a bad day for Samuel Gompers and the Plumb, plan league. , More than 90 per cent of organized labor is shown to have refused to be delivered to Mr. Gompers" party. His political advice was absolutely ig nored all along the line. In fact, many members of organized labor appeared to find the deepest satis faction in voting against the man date of their leader. There has been an evident tendency for some time on the part of the members of organized labor to treat the aged president of the American Federation as a pensioner, returning him in nominal leadership in recog nition of the better days when he was more inclined to lead and less Inclined to dictate. - Krch Martyr of His Measure. Not a single pctive champion of the Esoh-Cummins railroad bill, which was made the test by the party of Mr. Gompers and Glenn E. Plumb, fell by the wayside last Tuesday. True, -Representative John J. Esch, chairman of the house committee on interstate and 'foreign commerce, was defeated in the Wisconsin primaries, but that was a calamity rather than a triumph tor labor. Esch opposed any drastic anti-strike legislation and was so gentle in framing the labor provisions that he was accused of straddling. Esch opposed the Cummins anti etrike provisions which came over from the senate and also the Webster anti-strike privision. What Is the re sult of defeating Esch? The man who defeated him cannot succeed to his important committee chairmanship and the new chairman will be Samuel Winslow, a wealthy manufacturer of Massachusetts, who Is likely to be less considerate of Mr. Gompers and Mr. Plumb than was Mr. Esch. . Plnmb Plan Enemies Re-elected- In .three states the Esch-Cummins law was made the chief issue in sena torial contests Indiana, Iowa and Wieconsin. In Indiana the Plumb plan league and all of the forces that Gompers could rally went against Senator James E. Watson, who was "liaison officer" between senate and house during the long struggle over the passage of the bill. Watson has won by slightly less votes than Hard ing carried the Hoosier state. In Iowa Senator Cummins was fought by the same elements because he was held responsible for the origi nal anti-strike publication in the Esch-Cummins bill. He has more votes to spare in the little state of Iowa than Mr. Gompers appears to fcsve controlled in alj the country. - a Wisconsin, Senator Robert M. La toilette, leader of all the radicals, went on the stump against Senator Lenroot and put an Independent can didate in the field for senator because Lenroot supported the Esch-Cummins law. Lenroot won handily. Harding Supported Henarc . Senator Harding's election in itself emphasizes the utter lmpotency of both Gompers and Plumb to deliver the railroad vote. The republican presidential nominee spoke for the Esch-Cummins law on the stump and when the campaign was over a very large per cent of the railroad men of the east and middle west were sup porting him. In the house were several men marked for defeat by the Gompers Plumb forces, among them helmc Speaker Gillett and Representatives Webster, of Washington; Cooper, of Ohio; Garland, of Pennsylvania: New ton, of Minnesota, and McArthur, of Oregon. All will be in their accustomed seats In the next house with com missions from their constituents backed up by votes last Tuesday that leave no doubt as to how the folks back home feel about their records. On the other hand. Representative Sims of Tennessee, who opposed, the Esch-Cummins law and was the foster-father of the Plumb plan bill, was defeated in the primaries, as were several others who followed his course of surrendering to dictators )wno are snown oy me recent election to have been repudiated by their own followers. Government Control Repudiated. u ne result 01 the election Is accept ed as meaning that the people of the United States wish to give the new railroad law a trial, having faith that In the end it will be preferable to turn ing these vast transportation proper ties over to the government to be run by politicians, as was the case be tween December SO, 1917, and March 1. this year. former coal burning: railroads which have been electrified. , "And in addition to the caving in coal, we must not overlook: the sav- Irig in transportation facilities. Under the present . system, fuel must be : hauled to many different coaling sta- ; tions on the roads, so as to be availa- . ble for locomotives. "With the electrification of the roads and the construction of genera- I ting, stations and power plants, coal I would only have to be delivered to these plants, with the result that i thousands of cars, would be released J to be used in handling other com- I modules." Edward Wanamaker, electrical en gineer for the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific railroad, told members of the American Railway Electrical En gineers' association, in convention at the Auditorium hotel, that electrifica tion of the roads their only salva tion. . "The prices of coal and fuel oil have been constantly on the In crease," he said, "and while the pres ent rate of wages Is being paid there win te no decrease in the price of transportation. Consequently, the only alternative Is to utilize our vast water power resources and electrify our railroads. OPEN EXCHANGES ASKED FARMERS SEEK ENTRANCE TO . BIG GRAIN MARKETS. RATES CLOSING MILLS Lumber Shipment Stops Because of r - Advances, Says Consul. "WASHINGTON, Nov. 6. Recent In creases of from 35 .to, 40 per cent in Canadian railway freights have prac tically stopped lumber shipments from British Columbia to the United States, according to a report to the department of -commerce today from E. A. Wakefield, consul 4.t Prince Rupert. During the last 12 months the consul said British Columbia exported 20, 000.000 feet of spruce and 60,000,000 shingles to the United States, while the only lumber now being shipped was contracted for before the rate ad vances. Spruce mills are closing down or curtailing operations, he added. SAVE COAL, WIZARD URGES Stelnmetz Tells of Vast Economy ' Possible by Electrifying Lines. "The complete electrification of all railroads as a solution .of the coal ettortajce - and the freight congestion was advocated at a luncheon of the Electric club in the Morrison hotel by Dr. Charles P. Steinmetz, the elec trical wizard from Schenectady, N. T. "The railroads are the greatest users of coal in the country,"- said i yTr. steinmetz, -yearly consuming r millions an i- millions of tons of fuel. -By the electrification of railroads and the Installation of electrical lo comotives, a saving in fuel of SS per cent would be made. These figures are not guess work; they -are the result eX . statistics gathered.. Horn Privilege or Collectively Selling Products Demanded; Action by Federal Authorities Is Urged. CHICAGO, Nov. 6. Request that the federal trade commission and the attorney-general -or other' public au thority be called on to take necessary steps to open grain exchanges of the country to membership of co-operative companies, unless the exchanges act themselves, was made In a resolu tion adopted totfay at an executive session of the farmers' marketing committee. The resolution follows: "Whereas, The principal grain ex changes of the United States bar co operative companies that distribute their profits in proportion with the volume of business handled from participating in the buying and sell ing of farm products, and whereas, the same prevents producers from collectively celling their own prod ucts in the markets of the country, thereby creating a monopoly . which is not in harmony with the spirit of American institutions; - "Therefore, be it resolved. That we call upon the federal trade commis sion, the attorney-general or other public authority to take such- steps a may be necessary to open the said markets to the membership of co operative companies unless the grain exchanges shall voluntarily fio the same at once." BRITISH FAVOR HARDING President Wilson Never Forgiven for His "14 Points." (Copyrleht by the New York World. Pub lished by Arrangement.) LONDON, Nov. 6. (Special cable.) Whatever Interest is -taken here In the presidential election very distinct ly favors the republicans. This sen timent is attributable to various con siderations. There is bSstUitv to the democratic party because -President Wilson never has been forgiven for the 14 points and his efforts to nave the Versailles treaty framed upon them. There is antagonism because Cox declared himself friendly to Ireland's claim for self-determination. It Is also believed that with the republican administration in power at "Washing ton imperialistic and other deals will become more feasible, as America will count for less in world politics. COMMERCE BODY MEETS North Idaho Chamber Appoints Secretary Vnder Salary. LEWISTON. Idaho. Nov. 6. (Spe cial.) The nsrth Idaho chamber of commerce concluded its sessions here today with adoption of a plan for permanent organization under the di rection of a paid secretary. George E. Weeks of Coeur d'Alene was made secretary-treasurer with the power of manager. Permanent headquarters will be established either at Lewlston or Coeur d'Alene. Officers ejected were: F. W. Mitchelin. Nex Perce, president; G. E. Weeks, Coeur d'Alene, secretary treasurer, and a vice-president from each county. Coeur d'Alene was se lected as the place for the meeting next May. RHEUMATISM -RELIEF From Its Dreadful Pains anal Acnes, Stiffness, Soreness la properly to be sought r in a good blood medicine, because authorities say rheumatism is a blood disease; acid has entered the blood, settling in the muscles and Joints. That's what makes the sharp, sudden, shot like pains, causing you to jump and cringe in agony. Hood's Sarsaparilla. comprises rem edies that every physician prescribes for rheumatism, combined with other blood-purifying, tonic and strength, building .ingredients in a formula vastly superior in make-up and in curative power. It does give positive relief! Thousands say so. So will you. For a fine lajcatlve take Hood's Pills. Adv. 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LET YOUR THANKSGIVING TABLE CARRY THE SPIRIT OF THE OCCASION WITH FELDENHEIMER SILVERWARE.' AN ELEGANT LINE TO CHOOSE FROM. DIAMONDS MOUNTED AND UNMOUNTED "GIFTS THAT LAST" CORRECTLY PRICED WASHINGTON ST. 'AT PARK MAIL ORDERS GIVEN PROMPT ATTENTION SOFT COJL PRICES DROP OPERATORS REPORT DECX.IXE, WITH OUTPUT INCREASING. National Associatoin Says Immedi ate Needs Are Met and Surplus Will Re Stored for Winter. WASHINGTON. Nov. . Soft coal prices are on the decline, a statement tonight from the National Coal asso ciation said.. They have dropped 26 per cent in several fields and produc tion is running at more than 12,000,000 tons a week. It said, adding that the "Immediate soft coal wants of the nation" have been met and a surplus for storage against winter is being accumulated. With cars available and a high production assured, "prices in the market will continue to drop," the statement predicted. "Operators in soft coal fields," it continued, "where unusually high prices existed,' have 'Within the last 10 days been setting up fair practice clmmittees and, working in conjunc tion with Attorney-General Palmer, have put under way a determined ef fort to eradicate abuses in the hand ling of coal. Coincident with this ef fort prices In these particular fields have already begun to fall." Tbe association also gave out 'a statement by its president, Colonel D. B. Wents, denying that "the bi tuminous operators had sought to per suade Secretary Tumulty to Influence coal priority orders to their advan tage." ' competition of ships under other flags by operation on a sound basis, any es tablished American steamship com pany must proceed with caution In orderlirg the construction of passen ger liners." Harding Not to Meet Obregon. BROWNSVILLE. Texas., Nov. 6. Plans to bring about a meeting be tween President-elect Harding and Alvara Obregon, while the senator Is In this section, have been dropped out of deferejice to Mr. Harding's de sire, for complete rest, it was an nounced today. OCEAN FARES MAY RISE Steamship Companies Can't Afford Reductions Yet. NEW YORK. Nov. 6. Steamship companies cannot yet afford to reduce passenger rates and may be obliged to Increase them, P. A. Franklin,' presi dent cf the International Mercantile Marina company, declared today just before sailing for Europe on the steamship Olympic. Of present plans for American ma rine expansion, Mr- Franklin said: "The nation has not yet digested Its war-built fleet of merchant ships. Until it does and until the new mer chant marine is privately owned and can stand on its own feet against the Uhe Superfine malar Templar believed in the wiur" proved it; improved it, and pioneered that fine specimen of American handi craft the Superfine Small Car. 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Here you will find Taff etas, . Satins, Crepes, Messalines, Stripes, Plaids. Figured Silks, Lining Poplins, China Silks, Pongees, Wash Satins, Plain Lin ing Satins, Corduroys, Silk Velvets, Velveteens, etc All Lengths, All Colors, All Weaves and All to Go at Half the Marked Remnant Prices No Phone or Mail Orders None Exchanged or Sent C O. D. Come Early Is Our Advice. Selling Will Be Rapid and We Do Not Expect the Assortment to Last Throughout the Day. SURPRISING PRICE REDUCTIONS ABOUND THROUGHOUT OUR READY-TO-WEAR SECTION See These New Wool Jersey- I See These New Velour, Suedine and Bolivia Dresses at $11.95 For the office, afternoon, or home wear these fashionable Wool Jersey. Dresses are equally as desirable they come in straight-line models with overskirt and finished with wool em broidery in contrasting color. All sizes 16 to 44 in three colore. This Sale at $11.95. " ' Coats at $43.75 Fashionable Coats well made with silk linings and the late style features. The materials are fine Bolivia, Suedine and Velours with Sealine Fur Collar or with plain cloth collar. All sizes 16 to 44 in browns, navy and reindeer. This Sale at $43. 75. EXCEEDINGLY IMPORTANT UNDERPRICED" OFFERINGS IN t Laces, Silk Nets, Georgettes and Cheney's Crepe Chenette Popular and Dainty Materials for Evening r rocks, Waists, Blouses, Fancy Work and Holiday Gift Making. Values of Surprising Importance. Our Fancy Goods Section Invites Your Immediate Inspection of the Following Un derpriced Offerings: GEORGETTE CREPE THIS SALE -$1.15 YD. An excellent quality Georgette Crepe, 39-inch width, in big range of street and evening shades. A very desirable fabric for blouses, party dresses and negligee specially priced, $1.15 yard. CHENEY'S CREPE CHENETTE THIS SALE $3.00 YD. This well known, high-grade Georgette Crepe in all the wanted fall shades, at the new price $3.00 yard. LACES AT 25 YD. The last-day sale of these Laces, 9 and 12-inch width Shadow Flouncings; 5-inch heavy Filet Edging and Van Dyke Points with beading top. Wide Novelty Lace Bands and Edges, Imitation Crochet Jfands and Edges, Silk Maline Lace Edges, etc. ALLOVER LACE AT $1.98 YD. A' special offering of the popular Silk Laces in dotted and all over patterns in 36-inch width. This lace comes in black, brown and navy. y2 PRICE FOR METAL BRAIDS AND EDGES A clean-up of all. broken sets and odds and ends in Gold and Silver Braids and Laces, from 5 to 12 inches wide. An extensive assortment to select from. ' . 40-INCH OMBRE CREPE ' THIS SALE $2.19 YD. A special sale of this dainty, sheer fabric for making pretty negligees, smocks, blouses and dresses. This crepe is all silk and comes in a fine line of beautiful colors. 72-INCH SILK NET THIS SALE $1.98 YD. A fine English silk tulle net, in a 72-inch width, in all desirable colors for party and dancing frocks. CHANTILLY LACE FLOUNCING, $3.98 YD. Handsome Black Silk Chantilly Lace Flouncings, 40 and 45-inch widths. ' All imported French Laces in pretty patterns. CHANTILLY FLOUNCINGS AT $1.29 YD. Broken lines of French Chantilly Lace Flouncings, all silk, in 18 to 24-inch widths. This lace flouncing comes in black only. METALINE CLOTH AT $1.39 YD. . This 36-inch Metaline Cloth comes in gold, silver, steel, antique pink, coral, turquoise, cerise in plain or crepe finish. Very desir able for underdrapes, hats, etc. OFF ON LACE FLOUNCINGS AND BANDS At this splendid saving you have choice from Margot, Filet and Net Top Flouncings, 18, 27, 36-inch widths some Bands to match. EXTRA 1 MEN'S FLANNELETTE GOWNS REDUCED" TO $2.25 EACH Well made, well fitting Gowns cut full to size. All sizes. EXTRA! MEN'S FLANNELETTE PAJAMAS REDUCED TO $3.60 SUIT Regulation style, two-piece Pa jama Suits of fine quality flannelette. All sizes. EXTRA! MEN'S UNDERWEAR REDUCED TO $2.35 SUIT A standard quality Natural Gray Heavy-ribbed Cotton Union Suit, in all sizes. . DOMESTIC GOODS HAVE REACHED BOTTOM PRICES IN THIS SALE COMFORT CHALLIES AT 25c YD. t - 36-inch Comfort-covering Challies shown in many pretty designs and colors. WHITE OUTING FLANNELS AT 35c YD. 36-inch perfect quality White Outing Flannels of good weight. LONGCLOTH AT 39c, YD. Nainsook-finish Long Cloth in 36-inch width perfect ' weave. 72x80-Inch Cotton Sheet WOOL-MIXED BATTS AT $1.95 Fine Wool and Cotton-mixed Batts made in one-piece, 72 by 90 inches and 2 pounds in weight. STRIPE OUTING FLANNELS . AT 25c YD. 27-inch Fancy Stripe-style Outing Flan nels in light and dark colors. PILLOW CASES AT 39c EACH Well-made Pillow Cases, 42 by 36 inches, of good durable muslin. Blankets at $3.48 Pair ; A. " JU A.PRICE LOWERING ON SEASONABLE WEIGHT KNIT UNDERWEAR , . ' FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN Check from these special offerings and see how well we are prepared to supply your, needs, quality perfect in making, fit and finish. Satisfying underwear at worthy price reductions: Every offering is of standard Children's Cotton Fleece Vests and Pants, priced special, per garment 60 to $1.30 Children's Wool-mixed Vests and Pants, garm't..$1.75 to' $2.50 Misses' Cotton Union Suits, suit. ............ .$1.15 to $1.85 Misses' Wool-mixed Union Suits in both high neck, ' long sleeves and Dutch neck, elbow sleeves. -$2.15 to $5.50 Boys' Cotton Fleece Union Suits, suit $1.50 to $1.75 Boys' Wool-mixed Union Suits, suit $2.50 to $4.50 Women's Cotton Fleece Vests and Pants, garment. .......$1.35 Outsizes, garment $1.40 Women's -Wool-mixed Vests and Pants, garment $1,79 to $6.00 Women's Heavy Cotton Fleece Union Suits .$1.98 Outsizes, suit $2.25 Women's Medium-weight Combed Peeler Cotton Union Suits in all styles, suit $2.50 Outsizes, suit $2!75 Our Store Now Opens at 9A.M, Store Closes at 5:30 P. M. Saturday at 6 P.M. The Most in Value The Best in Quality 4 r 'V
