' ft OUSSOIT STATE2MJIIX Sc!bi Oregon. Sunday l"ax&!a& I?oYca&sr S3 1ZS2 r CLCnOTT 2 PAGET I Wearables Rate First Giving By VIVIAN FREEMAN This Is one Christmas when giddy giving Is definitely out' Though gifts for women should Lave charm, individuality and femininity they must be really useful, practical and durable not only of lasting quality, but the kind that don't require time-con-tuning pampering. Easy to care for; easy to fit Into her way of life, and easy on the ; eyes: that's the shopping formula down-pat. for those who want to express the true 1942 Christmas spirit In their giving. ; '. Every woman's first concern this, winter is keeping warm. Whether doty calls for her being behind an office desk; In her home; in war plant or classroom shell have to endure occa sional heatless days 'and lower' ' temperature day-in day-oat, doe to wartime demands on the na tion's fuel supply. One gift ef gifts this year, to warm her heart and body is the quilted robe, pretty, pat terned and practical as it can be! She Just cant have too many sweaters; and the shawl's been re vived as a fashionably purposeful accessory. Plaids, other brilliant patterns . and monotones in wool and velveteen accompany daytime clothes, while scintillating fabrics and startling colors will warm cold shoulders after dark. Other heat generators are wool hose bed sock, anklet or full length; fur lined gloves; fuzzy boudoir slip pers and brilliant jackets to en sembzle with skirts and slacks. Up to Far Coat Depending on how generous one can be, the wearable cold-weather gift can range from "red flannels" to a fur coat! And fur accessories are sure to make dreams come true in the form qf muff, stole or hat. t She may never get near a ski slide but she'll be delighted with a ski suit this winter, to be worn in city or country for fun in the now, wheeling the baby, long dis tance walking to market, and for civilian defense duties such as air raid warden, salvage collection service and first aid courses. No one need cast away the idea of traditional Christmas giving, because endless numbers of such gifts have always answered the down-to-earth requirements of . this year's well chosen gift. No More Luxury Jewelry is more than a luxury: one effective piece can make a very simple frock extend its ap propriateness for dressy wear, too. Compacts and manicure kits, per fumes and bath accessories mean more than ever because not only re they aids to good grooming they have a capacity for reaffirm ing a woman's faith In herself; ON THE SPOT for Christmas riving that's lavish sad practical is the coat of tawny leopard. Bat never a spot, from rain or snow, will show on the washable, soft kldskin gloves. and revitalize her when she's overtired. There never is any doubt about a woman of any age wanting pretty handkerchiefs and the new charm of government regulation abiding lingerie makes panties, undies and gowns rate stronger than ever in popularity J With her 'slacks, (wonderful gifts, too, for home lounging and answering alerts) with her sepa rate skirts land suits, shell need blouses a-plenty. White ones and colorful; monotone and patterned; tailored and dressy the finely made blouse is a preferred gift; especially if it has a pantie-bot-tom and won't pull out at the waist! To make much of a limited wardrobe, every mafd and matron can use to advantage colorful gloves, capacious handbags and neckwear frills to provide' new thrills fori last season's dresses. And who is to deny that hosiery is one of this Christmas' mast pre cious gifts, whether it be hard-to-get nylon, newly perfected rayon, or fine lisle in winter's leg-flat tering tones. Don't Forget Bond Not to be overlooked are gifts of leather from eagle-?buckled belts and tiny flashlight-key rings to luggage shell carry on short hops to see her hero in camp. Whatever her gift, shell be doubly overjoyed to find the gift within a gift of a War Bond. And War stamps are tiny enough to importantly tuck in the toe of her Christmas stocking or to put in her gift handbag instead of the usual "good luck" money. It's gifts like those tabulated above and they have countless counterparts in all the shops about town which show that their giver knows the P's and Q's of Christ mas giving for '42 in terms of Practicability and Quality ' that win be lasting reminders of thoughtful generosity. Powder Puff Guard A lovely crystal powder jar i grace her dressing table stands out in the ranks of welcome Christmas gifts. One shows a plastic guard in the cover which protects the puff by keeping it out of the pow der, to make it last longer and keep fresh and clean. This Belong to For the lady who's continually at a loss for a hanky because she's continually dropping them the gift problem is solved! A few bril liantly colored cotton nifties with the words "This belongs to (HER NAME)" embroidered right smack in the middle, are both practical and individual! Stocks In Bonds Compliments to War Bond col lectors a leather book cover stamped with their name and the legend: "War Savings. Stamps." Protects the stamp book and does away with hunting for it each time a few more stamps are to be pasted in. Kept On a Leash Straying gloves need no longer be a hazard to their owners not if they have a glove guard to pro tect them! The attractive orna mentation of a favorite simulated stone tops a gold-plated chain through which the gloves are held securely to handbag or muff. Mother Likes Gift to Fit Out Her Home A gift for mother?- So puzzling because you know her so well? It need not be, for remember, .that mother's heart beats strongest for the home, the gathering place, the haven, for her family. -- And what goes to make the home a more attractive, a more inviting place. Is the gift of the holiday for mother. ; : Yet big as Is he heart and much as she wants to share wth the other, the intimate gift that will touch her closely, is the one that helps her, enjoy her role In the home. So, first,, ask yourself If she has a comfortable chair In which to relax in the living room. Get her -one, styled to suit her tastes, whether Queen Anne or channel back style. Look to her bedroom, her haven of rest. Does -she have a chaise lounge or a slipper chair to sit in while she puts on her shoes? These come in Inexpensive brack ets. Is she busy with Red Cross sew ing or knitting? Then get her a sewing cabinet, with roomy draw ers, to match the rest of her furni ture. For having her friends in she might like a permanent card table set, with attracjuye folding chairs. 1 Monogrammed linen and towels are lovelv dfts for a discriminat ing mother. Fittings for the close! wilt please her. Think of home when you think- of mother and selecting a gift for her for as little as a dollar, as much as you can afford to spend, will be easy. Remember, mother's heart is in her home. Silver Circlets Round up and lock up that's what shell do with the ingenious jewelry that's taking the town by storm. A simple and beautiful bracelet of sterling silver clamps around her wrist and locks with a miniature padlock. Doable Checked " A pocket size checker set Is an axnuzing Christmas gift idea for that man in the service. It comes complete; board, checkers and all, in a simulated leather case, the size of a cigarette-tin. Dim-Ont Gift An alcohol heater with a flame proof casserole is a necessity for dim-out time. For a friend who entertains the patrol members af ter duty Is over, give one of these sets. Half Frame Mirrors When doing your Xmas shop ping look for the new ".half -frame" mirrors. The frame covers the lower edge and goes halfway to the top on the sides. They look well in rooms furnished In per iod furniture. r 'tii m W Yi&Stiit?)M,- r i f r f 1 1 n Shop Miller's for GIFT SLIPPERS -----.. '- ' mmmmma mm vt , Mwisft.iforij " -'. Never were comfortable slippers so appropriate for gifts! With every one busy . . some working many hours overtime ... the strain and stress of wartime duties, what a big relief to get home and into a pair of truly comfortable slippers. Miller's are showing many styles not illustrated here. From the high heeled slipper for her best dressing gown to the low: heeled scuff era for warm comfort. For him . . , a number of smart styles in wool lined or plain Everett style. Be sure to shop IVIiller'g for your Christmas slippers I Women's Chenille Scuffs In white, blue and pink 'Women's Toeless Chenille Slippers in blue, white and pink Women's Leather Slippers in variety of heels, Colors. $125 $2.25 ' ft $2.75 Women's Leather Cavalier Style Boots. Padded or hard soles. Low heels. jp c Colors: Black, burgundy and red...... pvw and ifv33 lien's Brown Kid Romeo Slippers $2.95 Men's Leather-Lined Plain Opera Slippers. Also two-toned. rubber heel .," ' . v. .$3.45i$3.5 lien's Rush-Lined Slippers with ripper fastening. Hi-cut. Men's Semi-Faust Woolie Lined Slippers with leather sole Miter's $4.45 Santa Pulls the Strings for f Wearable9 Children's Christmas Quilted ilobes and Cay Snow Suits Vie With Dainty Frocks By BETTY GREEN - When you see; racks and racks of such Christmas confections as crisp organdie pinafores, colorful taffeta party .'frocks, -dainty , lin gerie, flower strewn quilted cot ton robes, you can practically hear the jingle bells. Santa is pulling the strings for a wearable Christ mas, this year especially: when little children are concerned. " You have probably just started to think about your Christmas lists. "Better shop early,' you have been warned. The supply will not meet the demand." Sound advice, we call it, especially If you have some children on that list of yours for whom you are planning to buy Gifts-to-Wear. The earlier you do your shop ping In the infants' and childrens department, the fresher and more varied you will find the stocks. Looking ahead for you we list some of the exciting Christmas wearables that will reward the early shopper. Baby's First Christmas When you see the arrangements of baby dresses you will think the new styles more enchanting than ever. Now that we cannot get all the hand work that used to come from the Philippines, our very own American manufacturers, are turning out machine made baby frocks that are as highly styled as your own. We warn you, don't go near them unless you mean to buy some. They are irresistable. Of Thee We Sing Nothing like a pinafore under the tree to brighten a child's Christmas morning, especially this year when the designers of tod dlers' and older girls' dresses have done some of their best work with pinafores. You will find it hard to choose between the sheer ruffly organ dies and the saucy glazed chintz's. 1 For toddler 1 to 3's there's no- quilted skirts are. among your best thing like a dress and pinafore set, frosted with lace, 'primed for a party. Cotton Knits for Both This is the year to be practical in your selection of childrens Christmas gifts. That's why we in clude cotton knit brother and sis ter suits in our list of recommend ed gifts. ,' --v-V '" . The children will enjoy wearing mem and their mothers will bless you for your good sense, as well as for your good wishes. , And if you ever find yourself really up a tree about what to give little Tommy or Mary, a separate cotton-knit pullover is a wonder ful solution, either - in pastels ' or in Christmas ball colored stripings. Bedtime Stories - Of course, robes are a "natur al" for Christmas. Little babies (and their mothers, too) . gurgle over warm blanket cloth' robes with cuddly appliques; over cord uroys and quilts. The sturdy tod dler will like a tailored cotton fleece, styled for either a boy or girL Grown-up and growing-up girls swoon over flower patterned cotton quilt robes, either in floor length or the new "shortie" length that helps to conserve fabrics. This year the newcomer to the robe collections is a flowered chal lis fabric that contains Aralac, the magical new protein fibre derived from milk casein which has the warmth of wool. Lots of your quil ted - robes will be quilted over Aralac instead of cotton and that's important in a year when fuel is a questionable commodity. I "Cold hearths, warm hands" is a good adage to remember when you're Christmas shopping. Then you won't forget to gift your fav orite child with a cozy robe or cute cotton flannel pajamas. Quilting B-eanties ' It there' a growing child or a teen ager on your list? Then make up your-mind now to buy her one of the new quilted accessories such as a waistcoat or hug-me-tight jacket that she will wear in stead of a sweater or, over her skating skirt. Quilted bonnets, mittens even Christmas "finds" for '42. You will particularly like the calico ones. School Girts Skirts And they particularly like the skirts that have a novelty appeal, such as appliqued felt flowers or perfectly huge pockets that will accommodate their knitting. Many girls have been longing for patch pocket skirts "like all the girls are wearing to, school. ' Well, what better time for mak ing wishes come true than Christ mas? The dirndlish skirts are rat ed "hep,' "smooth," and "super" by the knowing younger crowd. Teddy Bear Tempters Any girl who hasn't yet received one of the new Teddy Bear coats will simply s-woon when she finds one under the tree. To a teen-ager this cozy pile fabric is more pre cious than mink or sable and twice as smart. The' shorter jackets are very inexpensive. PJ5. They're cuddly warm, too. And, while we're on the subject of ; Teddy Bear ; fashions, what about the shaggy - Teddy Bear sweaters that are creating such a campus furore. Heartfelt Good Wishes Look for the colorful felt gad gets in the girls' department for an inexpensive gift that will bring gleam to any child's eyes. For in stance, felt mittens and caps, felt shoulder strap bags, felt suspend ers, felt beanies and felt flower pewelry, too. . ncidentally, all school girls are mad about any type of gadget jewelry and this year there's plen ty of it styled just. for them. If you don't find it in the girls' depart ment look for it in the main floor jewelry department. ' SBOwraits for Warmth If you are really going to plunge on a ' Gift-to-Wear for a child, consider the worthy snow suit a good investment in Christ mas cheer,' a good protection against . Christmas chill. We like the new cotton gabardine or pop lin suits, lined with wool or Ara lac Be sure the cotton is processed for water repeHency and spot re sistance. This year most of the suits for smaller children ' are one-piece styles easy to get into and out of. 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