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MEDFORD 5I5IL' TRIBtTSE, MEDFORD, OREGON'. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1933. PAGE RTXIJ SALES TAX SAVES SEA OF RED Burden of School Costs Re moved by State From Shoulders Properly Owner Returns Are Surprising SACRAMENTO, Cal., Nor. 17. (UP) California'! retail aalea tax, In operation since Auguet 1, la generally regarded by atate offlclala aa the one major means of balancing the atate budget and pulling the treaaury out of 1 the "red." When the atate legislature held Its mldaummer session, the blennlum budget was described aa falling be tween aiA.000.000 and tl30.000.000 ahort of what was required to operate all atate departments from then until July 1, 1935. The largest Item of expense result ed from the state assuming the cut of the public schools. It waa esti mated this alone would coat the atate $70,000,000 In two yeara. rtnlo I nfriftl M.t hn The salea tax, made possible by the RUey-stewart tax pian, approvea b m nu.l al.tl.n .Tun 37. WfUl looked upon as the only logical method o! balancing' the Duagei. jne iuiey Stewart plan removed the school bur. ...m imm t.iA .vwnmnn nronertv own er. ruled that oounty governmental expenses could not increase more than j per cent over me preceaing jsar, 4 -...a tMm htm frtr HIlIaM tB3C. Income tax, or other revenue-producing measure necessary to take care of school and other coals. The legislature fought vigorously . . - fav a,..f fWM, faction SfA- vocatlng a 8 per cent tax and another a. 3 per cent tax plus an Income tax A compromise of a 1-3 per cent wis reached, and uov. james woipu . toed an Income tax bill. Returns flurorlse. . e . mm tux. it was felt, would have taken care of the deficit. A a 'A per cent tax, however, was not ex- mrTA ttlfljl 180.000.000 in the blennlum still 40,000,000 to 50:non,000 ahort of the budget. The legislature adjourned wimou. - mothnrf fit ralaiWti the W malnder. It killed a bill setting up a schedule or taxes on uquiw. On the basla of returns for the first short quarter August and September It became apparent the salea tax might return 100,000,000 Instead of a, rutn aaa Mnr t.hnn B8.000.000 was collected the first two months. A more comprenensive picture wa - peeted to oe avuu. . when second quarter return are In. V nrntv. In Favor. There waa wldespeard feeling tho firt. tron months againob wie v"v or so, but reports from throughout the state Indicate una ieenng u "j Ing .largely because common property ownera, relieved of the eohool bur den1, are finding their property taxea i.-.ki iniur. than thev were in the past, in addition, publicity given tbe tax ana ine ucuti -.- be derived, coupled with frank stories , oonditlon of the atate OUUVO. .. treasury and pointing out the dire necessity or me M - nnuihu bankruptcy, have lUlCOMMl'Ug , - " bad their share In quieting agitation almost everywhere excepting " California. Finance, leaders believe taxea on liquor, tobacco producta, cosmetics, .iii.i inntrumentj and other "lux uries," and an Increase from S to $6 In the automobile registration fee may be Imposed, and that those rev- with the, salea tax. would balance the budget handily. There la some agitauon ior tlon of foodstuffs from the sales tax. but no action in mat respec. u, pected before next aummer. Maw ExemDt Food. iirnn ti exDerta believe a modi fied form of salea tax, possibly a per cent, with rood exempt, a permanent revenue producer In California. They point to a general .i.. to timriencv sweeping over the nation, and Insist It Is logical because nni method of taxation 10 j which forces everybody to ahare in the expense or state b-c. . ntnt .vntem will continue until July 1, 193S, unless recalled by jiupihar vote, ana may we ""u " there Is need. v mrhliffhta nf the sales tax: Rate a '4 per cent (Includes prac tically all aales). Estimated revenue per blennlum when bill was drawn S80.000.O0O. Amount returned first two months 48.000.000 plus. Present estimated total return In blennlum aioo.000 ,000. Total amount needed to balance t-..n-. tiKAAAnnn 'estimated). It lowered common property taxea when atate assumed expenses of pub lic school system (70.000.000 per bl i ennlum). 7 It waa extremely unpopular during first few months, but feeling against It seems to be dying. Experts predict a form of the aales tax will become permanent as a rev enue producer In California. Society and Clubs Edited by Eoa Nealon Hamilton COLONIAL CLUB, SOCIAL CENTER. Elk' Dane Will B Thanksgiving Eve A change In th data of the Elks' annual Thanksgiving dance waa an nounced today, following last nights meeting. The holiday party will be held on Thanksgiving eve. November 30, instead of Thanksgiving night, as previously planned. The chance in date has been xnaas because of the annual firemen's ball to be held Thanksgiving In thta city. Elaborate plane are being made for the Elks' dance, to which lodge mem bers and their friends are Invited. Next Thursday, November 33. win be past ei sited rulers' night at the Elks' temple, ana pi&ns are oving made for large attendance as the annual Thanksgiving party will be held on the same night, with tra ditional stunts, preceding the holiday. The evening will be open wun "ire feed and beer" at 6:30 o'clock. Lewis Ulrlch will preside at the lodge session and Initiation will be held. The district deputy grand ex alted ruler for Oregon south, O. L. McDonald, will be present from Salem. Oregon State College Club Meets Monday The Oreeon State College club will meet next Monday evening at the court house auditorium at 8 o'clock. It was announced yesterday, ana plans are being made by the com mittee for the evening to entertain large attendance. On the com mittee are: Dr. and Mrs. L. U San ders, Miss Lora Mitchell,- Mrs. L. Moo and Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Fowler. An Invitation Is extended all Ore gon State alumni and former stu dents. Mrs. Bonner Honored At Lovely Shower A lovely event of the week waa the shower given yesterday afternoon complimenting Mrs. Curtis Bonney. a recent bride. Mrs. van ounerr, mother of Mr. Bonney, waa hostess for the affair and was assisted in enter taining by Mrs. Vernon Turpln. Twenty guest called during tne afternoon and many gifts were re ceived by the honor guest. Rooms were decorated in bronze chrysanthemums for the occasion. Ashland Post Invites Medfordltes To Dance The Med ford post of the Legion and the Auxiliary have been Invit ed to a program and dance to be given by the Ashland post saturaay, November 18, at the Bellevlew Grange hall, two miles south of Ashland. The program will begin at 8:30 o'clock and all members of the local post and auxiliary, are urged to attend If possible. Grants Pass Invites Legion to Dinner An invitation from the Grants Pass post of the Legion and units to a covered dish dinner has been received by the Medford post and Auxiliary, The dinner Is to be held Monday evening. November 20 at 6:30 in the erenlng. at Evergreen hall. A social time will bo enjoyed afterward. For further Information call Mrs. Cole Holmes, 1194-Y. Mrs. O'Connor Hostess To Bridge Club Members of the Building Bridge club enjoyed a pleasant afternoon yesterday at the home of Mrs. O'Con nor on Park avenue. There were four tables of cards In play and presiding at the tea table were Mrs. Barnum and Mrs. Rose Schleffelln. Mrs, O'Connor waa assisted by her mother, Mrs. Percy. Bunches Return From Week End In Portland Dr. and Mrs. F. O. Buncft are among the local people who spent the past week end In Portland, at tending the Oregon-Oregon- State game and social events accompany ing It. Mrs. Bunch stopped In Sa lem on return south to be guest for a ahort while of Mrs. Phil Singleton. Crater Lake Guild Meets, Wilson Home Mm. B. O. Wilson will be hostess at her home, 63 West Fourth street, to members of Crater Lake guild of the Presbyterian church Monday evening at 8 o'clock. Miss Gertrude Wattling and Mrs. H, M. Welshaar will assist the host Luy Students Dance In Ashland Sunday Students of Miss Ruth Marie Luy will entertain Sunday evening at 0 o'clock between shows at the Vlnlng theater In Aw land, it was announc ed yesterday. The dancers will fea ture '"The Bowery," the title of the show playing at the theater. Those to participate in the num bers are Nona Heyland, Dotty Terrett, Dorothy Jenkins, Jane Mcpherson, Isabell Crouch, Mary Jean Cuslck. Prank le Rlnabarger, Jane Antle, Jean Smith and Otta Jean Prultt. Mtsa Luy conducts classes in Ash land each Wednesday, Mrs. Murdork Invites Friends to Bridge Mrs. A. Murdock entertained today at 1 o'clock luncheon and bridge, in viting in a few of her friends for the afternoon. f Rev. Harry Black, "Newsboy Evan gelist," author and prophetical lec turer from Los Angeles, arrived in Medford last night to begin a 10 days' series of sermon lectures at the Free Methodist church, 10th and Ivy, of which the Rev. E. N. Long la pastor. Rev. Black gave his opening ad dress last night and a fine audience representing various churches of the city was present to hear him. "The Second Coming of Christ Is Rev. Black's topic tonight. Saturday night he will speak on "Signs of the Near End of the Age," and "Why Toung People Go Wrong Who Is to Blame?" Sunday he will speak three times. The subjects) fol low: - At 11 a. m., "The Mighty Baptism of the Holy Ohoet and Fire." , At 3:30 p. m., "Who Is the Anti- Christ of Rev. 13 What About Mus solini, Stalin and Hitler?" This will be a union mass meeting for all churches. At 7:30 p. m. Sunday he will speak on "The Coming Great Tribulation Is it Due Soon?" Other subjects for next week will be announced later. Evangelist Black Illustrates hie dis courses by means of large 10-foot Bible charts, hand painted. He is also conducting a large young peo ple's chorus. 4 PENDLETON, Ore., Nov. 17. (AP) Elmore Uke. 6, son of Eng Uke, well known Chinese nure, was fa tally Injured yesterday when he was struck by a switch engine as he ran across the tracks. Among the relics exhibited at the semi-centennial celebration in Rub ton, La., recently was a pair of dog wood plow hames carved by hand In 1845. The opening of the "Colonial Club" at the corner of West Main and Holly streets, long anticipated In many cir cles, was announced today by Q. S. Ferguson for Saturday, November 18. The building, well known as the Vaw- ter property, was recently vacated Dy the University club and has been completely redecorated, inside ana out, for the occupancy of the new social club, memberships in which have been available for the past seve ral weeks. The building has also been refur nished upstairs and down and today offers an Inviting Interior to per sons wishing to dine, dance, lounge or enjoy a game of bridge. The re ception room has been arranged as a dance hall, adjoining the lounging room, furnished In deep upholaterea davenports and chairs, especially de signed for comfort. The hallway, now attractively fur nished, adjoins space reserved for an orchestra, and the furniture can easily be removed to accommodate larger dancing parties. The main dining room Is also on the first floor and also has a cheery fireplace. The culinary department, headed by Mrs. Alma Lee, who recently ar rived in the city from the Fur, Fish and Game farm, is spacious but not too large for the success of home cooking, which the club expects to constitute Its greatest appeal to mem bers. Mrs. Lee's mother will Join her In conducting this department In the near future. Private dining rooms are also fur nished upstairs to increase the fa duties of the club, that several groups may arrange for special din nera at the same time. The club will be open to members only and memberships may be ob tained from Mr. Ferguson and Wm. L. Vawter. To contradict an opinion prevalent about the city, Mr. Ferguson an nounced today that the club will be a strictly social organization for men and women and will not be operated as a roadhouse or "speakeasy." Liquors will not be sold there, with the ex ception, of course, of legalized beer. Mr, Ferguson is well known here through his affiliation for several years with the Fur, Fish and Game Farm, beyond Prospect. Intended Plot Victim s ' f v : - . . Officers at Winston-Salem, N. C, said John Lanier, Jobless textile worker, confessed an extortion plot proposing the kidnaping of Mra. R. J. Reynolds (above), society leader and wife of the tobacco heir. (As aociated Press Photo) L1BBEY LEAVING F( featuring a clearance of women's ready-to-wear and hats. The sale started this morning and especially good values will be offered Saturday. Coats, dresses, hats and shoes have been substantially reduced for this event carrying out Mr. and Mrs. V. J. Carpenter's policy Indicated by their slogan, "The store that saves you money." D. S. Llbbe, park naturalist and assistant superintendent of Crater Lake national park will leave Satur day for Washington, D. C, where he will report for duty In the park ser vice for the winter months. It was announced today. Mr. Llbbey's work In the capital will be with the emergency conserva tion and ciyll works administration, as concerns the national parks and monuments, he stated. Mrs. Llbbey and their son, Don Lin den Llbbey will accompany htm to the eastern city. Mrs. Belderllnder.. Mrs. Llbbey's mother who makes hor home with them, will go to Columbia. Mo., to reside with her son. Captain William A. Beiderllnden during the winter. Captain Beiderllnden is with the University of Missouri and coach of the university polo team. 4 SALEM, Nov. 17. (AP) Abolish ment of all tax on dlslllate to aid farmers will be proposed at the spe cial legislative session, a farm group announced here yesterday. Another proposal would eliminate all gasoline tax refunds. EASTON, Pa., Nov. 17. f AP) General Harry C. Trexler, chairman of the board of the Portland Cement company and a widely known banker of Allen town. Pa., died In a hospital here today of Injuries received in an automobile accident. He was 79. A meeting of the entertainment committee for Christmas opening was held at the chamber of commerce last night with Jack Wurts as chairman. A number of entertaining features to be presented on the street';, vere an nounced, and arrangements :e now underway to procure them. There will be no candy and horns given away this year, as the commit tee considers such extravagance out of keeping with the times. Band Box Opens Clearance Sale Right at the peak of the fall and winter season, The Band Box and Shoe Box, at 323 East Sixth street. Is RIFLE AND SHOTGUN TIME YOU PROUD PROVIDERS Who Like to Eat THANKSGIVIN' BIRDS with the smell of powder on your hands will like this! Y SHOOT JACKSONVILLE Is the Place and SUNDAY 10 A.M. And On Is The Time Meet At V. J. BEACH RANCH Town on Stage Road J'Ville 0. of 0. is Running; the Show Two Industry Deaths SALEM, Nov. 17. (AP) Lloyd Bar ger of San Diego, Cal., a pitman, and E. A. Burnett of Seaside, a rigger, were killed in Oregon Industrial ac cidents the past week, the industrial accident commission announced. Re ports of 421 other accidents were filed. - Oregon Weather Generally fair tonight and Staur day, but valley fogs west portion; little change in temperature; gentle changeable winds offshore. Artisans Sponsor Social Evening The Pythian hall was the scene of a Jolly party last evening, when the Artisans entertained. A program of music, singing and tap-dancing was followed by games, dancing and refreshments. Saturday Special An Old Favorite BECK'S ORIGINAL Don't confute these with imitations. No one has been able to make them as good as Beck's. 21 c doz. At Your Favorite Food Store 01 BECK'S BAKERY J Call 6 For FUEL OIL Any Kind nj Amount tulrk, Dpcndablt flerrlca VALLEY FUEL CO. We enn Bare Too Mon,j on MULTNOMAH BATTERIES and MEDFORD MADE BATTERIES Complete Electrical Serrlco Rebuilding, Repalrtnf Startert and Generator, Llchtlni and Ignition Work. 21 lloam Rewinding Serrlc SEVERIN Battery Service Alexander Grocery, Inc. Phone 143 FREE DELIVERY E. F. ALEXANDER, Gen. Mgr. Specials for Saturday 2 Large Pkg. Quick Quaker Oats . 6 Small Pkg. Quick Quaker Oats , Pt. Olass Jar Sweet Pickles Bulk Sour Pickles, pint Tomato Soup, 6 cans ...27c ...29c ...15c -...Bo 29c Dash Washing Powder, Rubber apron free 29c Monarch Cocoa, lb. can 35c 35c bath towel . free, 70o value, both i..35o Candy Special, Bristol Diced Mints, reg. 35o. Special Sat. only, 2 glass Jars 35c Budweiser Beer, case 2 doz. bottles, $1.99 BATTLE CREEK HEALTH FOODS RICHLIEU CANNED 000DS We're Ready for your Saturday shopping trip with a store full of Seasonable ITEMS New tigs, new dates, new ratlins Fruit salads, vegetable salads Pure maple syrup and old fash ioned Btirk wheat flour, citrus, orange and lemon peels. Candled pineapple In colors, preserrei) gin ger, chrystilllzed finger, date nut bread, jama, jellies and marma lades Corn meal from the south and all kinds of fancy cheese . , ETcrythlnf yon want for the fsll and holiday tahle et uniform! low prices. "PAY LESS DRESS BETTER" ... Ask For S. & H. Green Saving Stamps i1 DEPT. STORE Offers An Exceptionally Smart Showing of 4 Lovely Fall COATS You'll agree that they are the season's best values at these special Saturday prices The very latest sleeve and shoulder effects luxuri ous trimmings of the most wanted furs and ma terials that will give long and satisfactory service. y $17.75 and $24.50 A Special Lot of Wool Crepe and Wool Knit DRESSES yon will ba amazed at the imartnena the real ralue of theae clever dresaea lor fall and winter wear Ml" neneit nhouldera the newent trlmi and complete aliea from 14 to 44 . . . See this tpeclal lot early for complete selection. PRICED AS LOW AS $5.95 MAIN 5j FLOOR jSjL. Cotton Crepes Dotted and novelty pattern. In 30-lnrh novelty crepe. Thl, ma terial la excellent for Mouaea and children', drew. 49c yard Wool Crepe Bags Here I inmethlns new, aure to appeal to the hlih achool and college mlM. Wool crepe baas In novelty ahapea with browns and black predominating. . $1.95 Children's ' Pajamas Children's bolhrlgran pajamas In hoth one- and two-piece style. A real main floor value at this prlre. $1.39 WOOL BLANKETS The well known "Kay" blanket! man ufactured In Salem of pure virgin wool Both two-tone effecta and Hud son Day itrlpes are offered In theso really fine blankets. $9.95 "PORTLAND" BLANKETS Portland Woolen Mills blanketa In smart two-tone colors. 78 x 84 and ft real main floor special at this price. $7.95 Van Raalte PANTIES YonH Ilka these clever little tight, fitting Wynsom-Wyn panties which re especially featured tomorrow on our main floor at 65c Wooly-Wyn panties, SO percent wool snug fitting and warm, Main rioor special $1.00 BARGAIN BASEMENT A new shipment of Women's Sport Oxfords has Just arrived hoth black and brown shades and heavy, composi tion solea an excellent sport ot ford at this low, basement price. $1.79 Women's Shoes A fine .election of ,hoe for women at prices that have made the M. M. Bargain Basement the greatest shoe center In southern Oregon. $1.98, $2.98 Men's Work Shirts Full rut work shirts In husky Cham bray. A long wearer and a real value at 79c Blankets II II single plaid blankets nhlrh regularly sell for 73c KXTIM BI'K CIAI. for Saturday only 59c Outing Flannel Sfljnrh fancy strlpM outing flan nel, upeclnlly priced for Saturdny In our banpmrnt ftt - , 13c yard 2 yard! for 2Bo Flannel Gowns Women's gowns ftuhlonM of striped A monk en f, full rnt end a real flnr galn Bament value at $1.19 Children's Pajamas Pajamas for little girls from to 14 years of age, fashioned of Ammkrag In both printed patterns and plain with fancy trimming. 79c Main Floor ROBES Unbelievably beautiful Japan ese silk robes with striking Oriental designs. S1.95 S6.95 Flannel robe. In stripes and plain effects ... A fine selec tion at these real bargain prices $4.95 to S9.45 SKIRTS Ton will need an extra shirt for onr fall sweater ensemble and we have a fine selection In all shades Tweed skirts are aim Inrlndrd In thti lot at $2.45 to $3.95 Closing Out OUR Fall Hats 39c To $1.08 ADEL-LEE HAT SHOP in M. M. Store lS2t No. Rlnrilde. Phone 190
