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i - ' . 4 THE OREGON DAILY JOURNAL, PORTLAND, TUESDAY . EVENING, DECEMBER 29, 1914. 5 USUA L OF CLERKS EXPECTED AT STATE LEGISLATURE Little Chance That This Item r r n r.. ' Ul LAfJCilbC Will DC jX. ' Down, PLACES ARE PROMISED Governor-Elect Bald to Be Anxious to Make ft Good Xacord as Governor Bather Than Pie Distributor. (8lem Bureau of The JoarnmLt Salem, Or., Dec. 29. Preparations are already well under way here for the session of the legislature to begin January 11. The committee foomsare being renovated, telephone booths In stalled, desks and Beats polished and everything else placed in readlnes3 for the grand opening. Oldtimera expect to see about the aame crowd of attaches here this year as two yearn ago. There la much in credulity expressed when the subject of abollnhlrg the clerkship pie coun ter and substituting a corps of trained people Is mentioned. Although there has been much criticism of the $33, 000 spent lqst session for clerks and stenographers, it 4s asserted positive ly by those who claim to know, that there ' Is no possible chance for the legislature to juond its ways in this respect, as places have been promised and the members will have to make good. Oovernod-elect' Withycombe will be back here next week. By being absent the past several days he missed meet ing several Job hunters who called at his temporary quarters and found the door locked. Politicians who expect the new gov ernor to Indorse legislation or action merely for the purpose of ousting competent men from office to make room for spoilsmen might as well give op that Idea, according to men close to Dr. Withycombe. In fact, it Is stated on tfood authority that Dr. Withycombe has already served no tice on certain Portland leaders that he is more interested in making a gooa record as governor than making places for maerrine workers. Vllaa Onr1 in 8 to 14 Ti.-w. Prnl,t refund niuney !f I'AZO OINTMENT mm io cure liming, mind. Ulep.Hr or Protrud ing Pile. Iflrnt Miillcatlun lve relief.51 Mc.Ad Hll NUMBER Last 2 An instant success! The crowds of shoppers that have poured into the Emporium from the very moment the doors were opened last Saturday, prove that the women of Portland appreciate "value." They know that the Emporium's prices are lowest to begin with and they recognize these as genuine reductions! The last two days of this great sale will bring even more astonishing reductions. We are determined to cut our stocks to the very lowest before we begin annual inventory January 1st! We want to start our new season with not a single garment carried over! Come tomorrow and share in the bargains of this great Pre-Inventory Sale! 1 5 All Skirts t 1 Exactly I2 Wonderful bargains in separate skirts I Every one must go be fore January lstl $13.95 $11.50 $ 8.9S $ 7.95 $ 6.95 $ 4.95 $ 3.95 Skirts, Skirts, Skirts, Skirts, Skirts, Skirts, Skirts, $6.98 $5.75 54.48 $3.98 $3.48 $2.48 $1.98 To $1.45 Waists; 87c Dainty lingerie waists that can be worn with suits now and late into the Spring. Waists with long short sleeves and high and necks. Regularly. $1.29 and 1.45, now To $2.75 Waists, $1.17 To $3.45 Waists, $1.88 Royal Rosarians ' Speed Southward Journey Today Without Incident, and Anticipation All Center on Arrival la Ban rranciaoo Tomorrow. (Special to Tb Journal.) Myrtle Creek, Or., Dec. 29. With the Rosarlan band providing free concerts at every stop, the Royal Rosarlan spe cial proceeded through Oregon on its way to California. The Journey today was without Inci dent, all anticipating arrival tomor row in San Francisco and the-dedication of the Oregon building at the Panama-Pacific exposition. A brief stop will be made tomorrow morning In Sacramento, where Gover nor Johnson will formally welcome ex cursionists to California. After the train had started from Portland last night it was found that Hy Kilers, chairman of the committee on arrangements, was missing. ' Inves tigation disclosed that an eleventh hour obstacle had blocked his plans and he had been forced to remain be hind. In his place Phil Bates was named as chairman. Prince Regent J. W. Hofman ap pointed George W. Bates Jr., W. I Thompson and Dr. Henry W. Coe cap tains of the different cars. Their du ties will be to see that the rights of their charges are not infringed on. PRISON FUND DECISION FOR GOVERNOR WEST 1 ' (Continued From Page One.) the state, the separation and designa tion of the particular sums appropri ated as 'funds,' such as penitentiary fund, 'asylum fund,' etc., is largely a matter of bookkeeping and is done for convenience in ascertaining when the amount appropriated has been ex hausted. "It was a mistake, therefore, la designate warrants drawn for the maintenance of the penitentiary as drawn upon the so-called 'revolving fund', and payable out of it. Techn ically speaking, they should have bean drawn upon what was known on the books of the treasurer as the "peniten tiary fund'; but so far as the state is concerned, except for some confusion in bookkeeping which might, but in this case did not, lead to warrants in excess of the amount appropriated by the legislature, the result is exactly the same as though the warrants had been drawn against that portion of the general funds of the state designated for the pirrposes of bookkeeping 'the penitentiary fund.' "This is too plain for argument. "It is admitted that the expenditures Ask for Every Purchase a Mile in Travel, for a Dollar in Trade 200 of Our Finest $ 1 9.SO to $24.75 Suits for . . . . We have always made a specialty of Suits from $19.50 to $24.75. They reflect the newest styles in choice fabrics nothing extreme, but all very smart! Think of being able to take your choice of these clever Suits now at a price lower than we pay the manufacturer for most of them! Suits for misses and stouts. Plain blues and blacks as well as novel ties and mixtures. Long and short coats. Suits that can be worn late into the spring. Suits originally to $24.75, your choice at $9.98 j Every original price ticket remains compare the reductions for yourself 1 Coats Selling to $ 1 3.50, Warm, winter coats. Swagger models in mixtures, plaids and plain colors. One large rack of coats, selling originally to $13.50, for last two days of Pre-Inventory Sale . All Paradise at 12 Price Rich, full Sprays and Whole Birds. Your choice now of our entire stock t at half! $65.00 Full Birds ........ .$37.50 I $18.00 Large Sprays $ 9.00 $50.00 Full Birds . $25.00 $10.00 Large Sprays .$ 5.00 $ 4.50 Small Sprays . . ; . . . .$ 2.25 All Ostrich Plumes at V2 Price $6.75 Plumes for ......... .$3.39 1 $4.79 Plumes for $2.39 $2.79 Plumes for .... . .$1.39 Every Trimmed Hat in the House V2 Special To $6.00 and low Trimmed 87c $1.981 mm1soc: made were for the maintenance of the penitentiary's legitimate indebtedness. For ' that' purpose i any- money which came into the state treasury, and was otherwise unappropriated, could be drawn upon so Jong as that 'amount did not exceed $142,000. This $16, 191.33 did come into the state treas ury and was not 'otherwise appropri ated and could, therefore, be ' legiti mately: used along with other money in the treasury to answer the demands caused by expenditures at the peniten tiary. Had the amount of $142,000 appropriated by the legislature been first consumed and this $16,191.33 been used in addition to that, the state would have been damaged, but it is an admitted fact that only $96,566.78. including the amount drawn from the revolving fund, was drawn altogether, leaving a balance of $45,433.22 to be returned to the treasury." Burnett Quotes Opinion. In his dissenting opinion, Justice Burnett declares that when the de fendants assumed to pay out state funds without the same having been appropriated by an act of the legisla tive assembly, they did so without any authority, and can claim nothing on account thereof. "It is urged by the defendants in substance that it was necessary that these expenditures should be made, but our attention had not been directed to any statute declaring such necessity," says Justice Burnett ' in his opinion. "It was manifestly only the Judgment of the defendants that the same was necessary. In this they usurped the legislative prerogative. It is stated also that by receiving the benefit the state has ratified the act. Such a principle is well applicable to trans actions between private parties and agents, but In the absence of any au thentic exercise of the legislative pow er, ratification does not attach." Defendants Should Fay. After discussing this phase at some length. Justice Burnett says: "In short, the pleadings show that the de- ; tendants without authority of law I have expended from the state treasury some amount of money, or, in other words, have converted that amount of money to their own use within the meaning of state vs. Ross, supra. The measure of damages in a case of con version is the value of the property converted, and the only legal way in which the matter can be adjusted is to require the defendants to replace the money which they have unlawfully disbursed." ! In another section of the opinion Justice Burnett refers to the acts of the defendant as a "palpable invasion of the law making prerogative," and says constitutionally it cannot be up held, despite the fact that they claim that they paid fair prices and the state got the worth of its money. "There being at least one undeter mined issue as to the amount of money expended in excess of the ap propriation, we cannot render Judg ment on the pleadings," concludes the Days 39 CS For Unrestricted Choice Any $35 Suit in the Entire $4H justice. T The circuit court, however, was In error when it overruled the demurrer to the new matter in the an swer and - also was mistaken in de ciding for the defendants on the case stated." VINDICATION FOR GOVERNOR WEST SAYS ATTORNEY When Governor West became chief executive he had entire responsibility for the conduct' of the state peniten-: tiary.' He ' found many of the Con victs without employment,' and the in stitution expending money .for many supplies that could very easily be made by the prisoners if they had fa cilities with which to work. There were no funds with which to install machinery or industries or provide work for the prisoners, so the governor reopened the old prison brickyard, made arrangements to sell most of the brick on hand for cash, and with this money and a 'small amount received from the old stove foundry rentals, proceeded to install or enlarge various shops, such as shoe shops, machine shops, etc., thus j providing work for the convicts. He purchased more land for the brick yard and materially changed condi tions about the institution. In doing this he was also carrying out his prison reform policies. These i drew the fire of his opponents, and while it was always admitted that every dollar of the money in the so called "revolving fund" was spent for the benefit of the state, the governor was viciously attacked for . his pro cedure in accomplishing these things for the' prison. About $20,000 had been taken in, of which something over $16,000 was ex pended. Then Attorney General Craw. ford brought suit in the name of the state to recover the funds from the governor, secretary of state and state treasurer, as individuals. The secre tary of state and state treasurer were involved as members of the board which approved the" claims. All the money had been paid out through the regular channels for state expendi tures. "The decision is a complete vindica tion of Governor West's management of the penitentiary," said Senator C. C McColloch, who was attorney for the governor. - "Because he was ambitious to better conditions at the institution, and as far as possible make it self supporting through employment of convicts at brick making and other useful industries, his political op ponents viciously misrepresented the facts and at times intimated misap propriation of funds. "The Evening Telegram was the chief offender. It carried on a cam paign for several years, assaulting Governor West for alleged mishandling of the revolving fund. Now, the su preme court upholds the governor's off G reat of $17.50 Black Coats F Handsome Arabian tmb Coats, yarn dyed. Satin lined from shoulder to hem. Special at... Is Special To $3.50 Untrimmed every act and deed in the transaction. Time will vindicate; Governor West's Bplendld progressive program in the conduct of penitentiary affairs more fully than lies within the power of any court. Relief Committee Now Reorganized Plans for Continuing' Work at Bt. Johns During Winter Months Are Discussed. The relief committee which carried on relief work in connection with the community Christmas tree celebration at St. Johns met with the chairmen of all the committees last night, dis solved the old organization and reor ganized for continuing the relief work this winter. V. W. Mason, chairman of the former relief and soliciting committees, was selected as chairman for the committee this winter. It was decided to turn the work of investiga tion of needs of families over to Chief of Police John Poff, who will extend aid where needed after consultation with Mr. Mason and others of the re lief committee. A considerable sup ply of cash, groceries and clothing is on hand. Brewery Case in Court Thursday Roseburg, Or Dec. 29. The suit filed in the circuit court about 18 months ago in which District Attorney Brown asked that the charter of the Roseburg Brewing & Ice Co. be an nulled will come up in the circuit court here Thursday for final action. The suit was instituted by Brown at the request of Governor West. The matter was referred to Judge Harris of Lane county, and some time ago he overruled the demurrer of the brewing company to the complaint, and gave that company a specified time in which to file its answer to the origi nal complaint. This time has elapsed, and the answer has not been filed. District Attorney Brown has filed with the county clerk an information in which he sets out this state of facts and asks for a Judgment on the plead ings. The Judgment of the court, it Is understood, if adverse to the brewery, will be appealed to the supreme court. Where Is Mrs. Storey? Albany, Or., Dec. 29. Mrs. Featiska Storey is being sought in connection with the settlement of an estate. A second letter has been received by local postal authorities asking her whereabouts. She is not known lo cally. $27.50 to Stock! ale! All Frars Half Price! Our originally low prices on genuine, high class Mink, Marten, Fitch, Fox, Seal, Coney, Skunk, etc, now cut exactly in half! Stunning new sets, in the latest models, beautiful skins, handsomely made and lined. Your choice now at Year-Emd Clearance : Suits, Coats and Ealmacaans. for Women and Misses - Every garment in my regular stock is genuinely reduced for this great midwinter event. ;, . j ' Choose now from the laTgest assortment of new tailored apparel In . the city. Fabrics and models the newest. .j Fancy Tailored Suits r New Novelty Goats Half Price ror Women and Misses Deeply Reduced Pin r-r t? c a C Q 7C $18.00 Novelty. Coats. .$9.85 $19.50 Fancy Suits . . 9.75 $22.50 Novelty Coats. . . .$12.85 $24.50 Fancy Suits $12.25 $27.50 Novelty Coats, -.il. $14.85 f 29-50 Fancy Suit.......... i $14.75 & go.,.., ; . . $39.50 Fancy Suits .$19.7.5 A ; ; $48.50 Fancy Suits .......... $24.25 HALF-PRICE for Women and Misses Greatly Reduced $15.00 Balmacaans now .$10.85 $22.50 Balmacaans now . . ... . .$14.85 $27.50 Balmacaans now .$19.85 $32.50 Balmacaans now .$22.85 White Balmacaans Sacrificed $15 and $18 White Balmacaans $9.85 $20 White Balmacaans $11.85 BEN A SCENIC OREGON IN MOTION PICTURES j Places and beauty spots from all over the Northwest, such ttm has never been seen on the screen before, are now being; produced and are available to the exhibitor upon application and proper verification. Industrial activities and current events are always obtainable. SEE OREGON FIRST We develop, print 'and furnish camera men for all occasions. XOTXOH FICTUBE rUSK TOM HATiTi. NORTHWEST WEEKLY Main 2941 Portland, Or. For CHRISTMAS-NEW YEARS' HOLIDAY TRIPS Round-Trip Fares Will Be in Effect Between Points on Oregon Electric Railway December 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1, 1915 Good for Return Until January 4 Between Portland and Albany ...$3.10 Forest Grove ...$1.00 Corvallis 3.50 Hillsboro .80 E. Independence.,... 2.30 Quinabjy j.. 1.75 Eugene 4.80 Waconda 1.60 Salem 2.00 Woodburn 1.50 Fayetteville 3.60 Orville 25 Junction City 4.30 Hopmere L70 Proportional Fares to Other Points. FAST SERVICE COMFORT CONVENIENCE Oregon Electric Ticket Offices: 5th and Stark 10th and Morrison 10th and Stark Jefferson-St. Depot y k North Bank Station, 10th' and Hoyt. i i Shop for Gentlewomen ror uiris Daimacaans ana naincoais In Ages 8 to 16 Years. Regularly $6.00, $8.50, $10.00. $12.50 Now Only $3.00, $4.25, $5.00, $6.25 EXTRA SPECIAL! One Lot Novelty and Fancy Coats, Sizes 14 to 38. Regularly $10.00, $12.50, $15.00 Special $4.95 Prompt and courteous service by-capable saleswomen. You .are cordially, asked to view this pleasing exhibit, of stylish apparel. Entire Third Floor. 40 TT TTRsJT Morrison at Fourth New T E bstwssm Seattle and ; Spokane New fast day train . v Now leaves " Seattle .10:30 A. M. Arrives Spokane.. 9.Zi P. M. " , Crossing Cas-cs4 Moun tain In daylight. TES OSIXsTTAA- UXXTSS Now leaves - Seattle .....7:30 P. M. Arrives Spokane. .7:45 A. M. Best train f o4" business men. STOXA2TE ZOCAZi Making all stops; Laves Seattle.:. . .7:00 A. M. Arrives Spokane. .1:10 Pi M. WlilT BOUJIO 8ZSTTOH " No. 35, fast night train, Leaves Spokane. .. 8:30 P. M. -v Arrives Seat tie...: 8 .00 A. M. No bualness time lost. TA.BT 9AT TKATJT TSB OJUZHTAA XJHTTZD Leaves Spokane.. .8:15 A. M. Arrives SeatU 8:15 P. M- V Making principal stops. THE OKEOOZTXAir Day train, making all stops, Leaves Spokane.. 8:30 A. M. Arrives Seattle. ..10:25 P. M. Tickets, sleeping and par- lor car reservatloas and full -" Information at City Tic t -Office 348 Washington street Morgan Building), and at Depot, 10th and Hoyt Sta. . , . H. DICKSON, V , CP.&T.A. Marshall 3071, A-2288 ' MINSK wimiiijiiiiiininMiimniinimmiiiiiHmiiMimiuMiiMniiiiminiiiiiiiii , .- . . .. i 'i