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i1 The New Oregon Statesman, Salem. Oregon. Sunday Morning, December 9, 1928 15 Among the New- Gift Suggestoins to Assure a M err Christmas to Lovel Ones here and afar By Marjorle If owe Dixon When the Christmas season ap proaches and ; the advertisements everywhere : are permeated 'with fift sugfesttons, It sems as though ' every known article of merchan dise is offered as a gift, by the advertiser at least. --- , This year one fully expects to see some advertiser extolling the merits of his plum colored aink (plum- being the favorite color of plumpers) and showing a .wife accepting it with pleasure from her beaming husband, the faucets being tastefully decorated with Lolly. Not that we object to mauve or heliotrope sinks! Not in the least. And of course there are wives here and there who would prefer a new sink to any other gift they might receive! However, when gifts for women predomin ate in the gift shops why choose a sink? I-ORlcal Gifts for Men Appropriate gifts for men are much harder to find."There are always things in leather, and ash trays, galore. Hut he really can't carry more than seven bill folds, and if he doesn't smoke, what thenT MATER ALU HID USEFUL FOB GIFTS "What hast thou in the house?" If you remember, this was the fuu'Stion Flijah asked the widow. S!in replifd that her food supplies W'-re limited to a small amount i f oil and meal. Klijah found (his -.Mlt'ioiunt, as you remember, to take them all past the threaten in;; famine. Gifts to make for Christmas ftaxt best with materials at hand One homely friend, a pot of glu. can start a number of gifts. If you think over the empty boxc there are. and the rolls of ma terial you -have laid away, several combinations will suggest them selves. A pretty gift for a girl's room is a bright hat-box an empty card board box covered with cre tonne, with a black bow on top. A desk set In cretonne for her room can be constructed of card Doara, giue, time, patience ann an ink well. Portfolios are lovely and useful gifts. Two heavy card board cov ers with a cloth back make the basis. If you have a small-patterned or plan fabrjtjr a -pretty picture will improve the cover. If the pattern is large, .omit the print. Line the inside with a thin ner material and tie a folded blotter into the center with a silk cord. Snch a portfolio can be given to man If made with a plain cover or to a woman if designed in cre tonne. Pebbled oil cloth may be U3ed for this purpose very nicely and can be decorated with a paint ed design. Artistic Member Of Family Great Aid At Christmas At Christmas time, an artist in the family is quite an asset, and is ever so handy at suggesting little new ways to wrap the pack-. ages and may even be induced to dsign an individual card. Then again the artist may be more of a nuisance than a help with his ori ginal ideas. Kor instance, stringing gum drons on the ends of pieces of yarn may make a package look quite different when it starts. Itiit if the postoffice department lets it lie too close to a radiator sonfewhere in transit, so that the gum drops melt and make the nice bright red paper run on the lovely hand-embroidered chemise you were sending Auni Evelyn, Wliy then you see Aunt Evelyn wouldn't care so much a'bout your artist and his i4eas, would she? 1 1 think it more than likely that the artist would neglect to replace the chemise, too. Smyrna Swept By Great Flood Causing Losses CONSTANTINOPLE, Dec. 8. (AP) The historic city of Smyr na, blighted frequently in Us long history, by fire and earthquake, is now suffering from a... serious flood. , . .. ' A week's deluge of rain caused nearby rivers to overflow and all the lower quarters of the city and neighboring villages . were inun dated. Two persons were drowned in Smyrna during the flood's first on Jrush while the number of deaths ' in the country districts were still unknown because of the interrup tion to communciatlon. . In Smyrna alone Cl houses were wept away by the waters which f.fn .some places were five ' feet i Beep. Trolley cars and automo f biles were unable to move about and soldiers, using rowDoats, went jto the fescue of hundreds who had t taken refuge ta tree tops. j viThe rain waa still pouring down" MajC ,s-,y,v -sv- - ' Why, then you must strive to find a gift that fits In with his pet hobby, his office, or his bridge game. For the latter, are suggested Imported cards. A pack of these is of great .Interest. In stead of the conventional Kings, and Jacks, each face Is different and as fascinating as a portrait. The Queens are especially pleas ing, with faces of rare loveliness. For a man's desk, there ftre many desk sets. The new fountain pen holders come in a great vari ety of . designs and material Among the new gift suggestions is a combination calendar pad and diary. This has a fine tooled cov er, and the lower edge of each sheet sticks out below and is- per forated at the edge of tho cover. Each day is dated and may be torn off. Books on Open Shelves Open shelves for books as in a library are becoming a feature oi some of the new offices. Besides books, one or two objects d'art may be used appropriate!. Should your friend perchance collect pewl ter, or candlesticks, or old ivory, or clocks, why not place part of his collection on the shelves of his office? Where does the gift come in? Well, you can add to his fav orite collection, can you not? Or buy him a lamp that will show off his treasures. Lamps deserve a complete story in themselves. In the Modern Art style, a lamp seems to fit very nicely Into the formalities of of fice furniture and furnishings. This is one of the few 'places where the modern art flt3 without jarring on its surroundings. .In some libraries lamps in this style are good, too. It is- quite possible to fit very modern pieces and antiques to gether as some decorators have, al ready shown us. But it takes skill and knowledge to do this. When it comes to lamps, however, there are so many lovely ones designed. In Italian pottery. Spanish. Colon ial, Venetian, that one need not despair. Before one leaves the subject of sifts for men, there is one line of gifu that is comparatively new if you have plenty to spend this line Includes radio v cabinets. One of these wa3 of carved oak in Gothic design with appropripie j bronze hinges, a lock and do- pulls. Another one of interest , covered entirely with petit poi'. One can Imagine it fitting In Beu. tif ally In the home. ' Suggestions in Wrought Iron, j Where 'a man and wife have p mutual interest In, say. gardenin the problem of giving to them I: simplified. For their indoor gar den, there Is a number of new. suggestions in wrought Iron. Flow-! er stands In all sorts of paints and finishes- are offered. These hold one, two, three six pots or more One stand resembles a wrought Iron gate in Its general flat ap pearance. Here and there on it are arranged pots for trailing vines. Fancy pottery Jars to hold the plants are miported from other countries. These are gay and mod ern In design and color. A number of them are especially designed to hold cactus. If your friend Is not collecting cactus you can of fer him another variety. There is a clever imitation cactus In pale green velvet tnat Is most decep tive in its pretty little flower pot. Even the spines are imitated. A useful present for a young couple who are starting house keeping would be a breakfast s tor two. f tates, nutter plates, cups and egg cups, cereal bowls in pairs, a toast rack, a coffee Dot, a hot water jug and the usual sugar and creamer, constitute one set. These are of a cheerful but tercup yellow in English china with bright flowers dashed on the sides. If one were to consider gifts in the electric department there are ever so many that are practical and decorative, too. Waffle irons come in more attractive designs, every year. Percolators too, wear new coats new designs. Toasters do everything but think. We have not found one yet that will ring a bell to remind one's husband (who is reading his paper at the breakfast table and told to "mind the toast".) that the toast Is done. Ours always finds that out, when its burned to a crisp. Tie Is. so surprised. Even unto the fourth crisp at the same meal. The Metric grills offered to you these days are enough to con vince any bride that a range Is quite unnecessary. You can poach eggs, fry bacon, toast and cook a few other things all at the same time. rA Very Smart Young Lady DoB .... Her ruffled bonnet anil her dainty dress nuke this doll an In stant faro rite with every little girL Our moderate price is only 3.98 MMEYC. 160 N. Liberty St., Salem, Ore. r You want your Gifts to be as Expressive of Quality as they are of your Esteenu You can be Proud of the Gifts Bought Here because they are made to the Same High Standards that mark our Every-Day Values 'Tittle Jim" Steel Toys Are Sturdily Built Heavy steel steam shovels and buses are the kind of toys that are made for real boys. Bright and shining- with paint. Each ; 98c "Jaciel" in a Stunning Box Is a Christmas Gift to Delight Her The "delicate fagrance the exquisite purity of these lovely toiletries will" delight her and they come especially boxed for Christmas. 5-Piece Set, 3-Piece Set, 2-Piece Set, 2;89 1.89 98c g3l "The Gift Stor. for Men" jgl Hi !h Gifts of Taste and Distinction See Our Windows ... Emmon's Tailor, Furnisher, Clothier 420 State Street tfK Hosiery Plays a Star Role un tne out rrogram Whenever there is a feminine gift to be selected, hosiery is sure to be considered is ' a suggestion for your most par ticular friends. Pure S3k Hose in Harmonious Colors Am: $1.49 Service weight and lovely sneer chiffon hose with lisle top and sole or fine hose, silk tp the top. Here is an answer to many a gift problem. Gift Towel Sets Decorative-and useful, too arc the handsome turkish towel and wash cloth sets that come in various effectives color patterns. A towel and two wash cloths to match, set 98c 49c 79c Dance ttes . Of Matching Bandeau and Panties Lovely - feminine lin- ftrie sets ainty as can be for gifts. Pastel tinted and lace trim med. Of Rayon, $1.49 $1.98 Of Crepe de Chine, $2.98 f Several app ealing , styles with dace edging and inserts. 8 Lacey Undies Have a Festive Air. Fejninine fashions in , frocks . make lace trimmed lingerie im portant and so pretty for gifts! i Chemise Bloomer , Step-ins Come in early to make your selection from a fresh as sortment of c h a rming -r a y o a styles. 98C and $1.98 "Ma-Ma" Doll In Dainty Dress and Bonnet Few little girls can resist this- doll's "ma - ma" cry. 1.98 The plea sure such a doll brings is worth several times ear low price. Toy Sets Of Kitchen Utensils For Small These sett mebade utensil ; fast lika asetherVea ce ter. "playing home." 1 39c to $1.79 A Deposit Holds Anything Till Christmas There is no need to wait until the last pay day before Christmas to do your Christmas shopping, just because you haven't all the money needed now. Co purchase that certain gift you have in mind. Pay a small deposit and we will hold anything you wish until Christmas. And if you like you may pay a little more next week and the week after, to that by the time Christmas arrives, the gift will be paid for, and with much leas effort than if you had to pay for it ajl in a" lump sum. In addition you will have the advantage of chW ing now( from a large selection, which you might oot have if vou wait until Christmas Eve. ' Fancy Flannel SHIRTS Of finest quality all wool shirtings in bright and attractive patterns. Two flap pockets. Give Him Some For Christmas 3.98 Gift Handbags In Approved Styles Jaunty bags and dignified bags gay colors and smart black a handbag is a gift that Combines novelty and utility martly. Scores of new styles, 98c to $7.90 Kid Gloves Of Lovely Soft , Quality j Such a inv n . v wear smooth, fine gloves with very smart novelty cuffs especially when they cost only $2.98 Give Him A 5-Piece Shaving Set This Aywon Shaving Set contains full-size packages of Shaving Cream, Talc. After Shaving Lotion, a Genuine Gil lette Razor and S Moredge Blades. In holiday box. Use ful, inexpensive. 98c Novelty Rubber Aprons Gay solid colors and novelties with frivolous ruffles 49c Greeting Cards - fi Attractive Boxed Assortments - 12 charming cards, each one different, and each one with a fancy tissue "lined STtvelope. A convenient way to select yptirChrist mas cards. Box 23c and 49c (ifragrant Salts ! Fcfr the Bath -A few crys tals of these delicately flower scented salts are refresh ing In hot weather. and LVS !.?. .icrJ BoxedHandkerchiefs Many of your friends will be pleased with a gift of handkerchiefs, boxed attractively. A number of different designs and colors. For Men, 2 in box . Tor Women, 3 m box 25c to 49c 25c to 69c Shimmering Rayon Pillows For Gifts Or to Dress Up Your - Own Home for the Holidays I Pillows to Even up dark corners ptl lows to blend with the drapes there is always room for another gay pillow of i glistening rayon and here ts a fresh as sortment for. your holiday selection be sore to see them for $1.49 $1-98 $2.98 Mufflers for Christmas The Gift That Combines Style With Utility You are sure to find one suitable to his tastes in our attractive assortment. In both square and reefer shapes, in plain and smart jacquard patterns. 98c to $2.98 Why Not Give Him Some Attractive lies Gone art the days when one or w of ties are enough for a man. He has come to rea lize that f reouent changing keeps ties fresh and new looking. 5o if you give him ties for Christmas you can be sure they will be acceptable, espe cially if chosen from our selec tion at I M 1 MT vn"i ui i n li ii 1 49c to $2.98 Boys' Shirts For Christmas Collar - at tached shirts, with one plain pocket In per cales, plain col ored Broad cloths in white, tan or blue, or fancy printed Broadcloths. 69c to 98c "Little Jim" Poo Tables Here Is a suggestion for a Christmas gift that the whole family will enjoy-a real bil liard table in various sizes with two cues, cue ball and IS balls. Well-built, sturdy tables at saving prices. '4.98 to 8.90 For the Men On Your Gift List The season's newest patterns to select from in this service able silk and rayon hose. Rayon plaited top, mercerized toe and heet I 49c aLittle Jim" Hook and Ladder Rotor Driven . V 1 VTr 5& : A ' A stunning aerial hook Sad ladder, all steeL 34 inches long with an extension ladder ated fcr a crank to 45 inch eight a extra, ladders and heavy- bafleoa, non-kUt Weighs 20 pounds, $9.90 "Ilittie Jim" Steel Dump Truck' A goad-looldng; weQ-aad . toy with the damp feature, crated Vy a lever. It'i ZSfi indies long and a splendid steel toy for'osdy 98c 4 3 r 4 l i r V 9-: 4 r 1 A r 4 4' i I V' If v r , i Q i 7i