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About Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 21, 1937)
MEDFCVRD MATL TRTBUXE. fEDFORD. OT?EGONT. THURSDAY. OCTOBER 21, lf)37 PAOE THREE NAVY DAY OBSERVED AT LEGION MEETING; STAG PARTY PLANNED "Navy Day" was observed by mem ber of Medford poet of the American Legion at their regular meeting in the armory Tuesday night. Legionnaire E. M. West told of the origin of this annual event which is observed throughout the nation on October 37 under the sponsorship of the Navy league. West, navy recruit ing officer for thla district, asked that all Legionnaires display thfe na tional colors on Navy Day. Lee Oarlock, who represented Med ford post at the national convention in New York last month, gavo a comprehensive report of the conven tion proceedings and quoted interest ing excerpts from the speech of Na tional Commander Colmery in which he vigorously assailed all subversive groups attempting to promote Com munism. Na7lsm and Fascism in this country. Accomplishments of the past year under Americanism, peace pro gram, rehabilitation. Immigration en forcement, child welfare and other important phases of the Legion's pro gram also were covered by Oarlock in his report. Excellent progress was reported on the plans for Armistice Day by the general chairman, Gain Robinson, who spoke of the various phases of the day's program, including the parade, street stunts, dugout, football game and the big Armistice dance and floor show which are expected to draw a record attendance this year. He also called for reports from the following committee chairmen, all of whom reported progress: Dugout, J. P. Pliegel; Lagion scrip sales, C. L. MacDonald: dance and floor show, Lee Gar lock; and advertising and publicity. H. L. Bromley. Legionnaire E. K. Bruegger, scout master of troop 7, reported on the Boy Scout rally in which the Legion troop made a good showing. He spoke of the need for suitable standards and emblems for the troop flags and a motion was passed to secure these items at once. Garloclt told of sev eral recent cases of relief for local disabled veterans being secured by i the Medford Legion post after all ! other efforts had proved futile. It was reported that the V. P. W. instituted a plan at the last conven-. tlon for an emergency relief orga nization which should prove effective In case of floods, fires and other major disasters. It should also tie in well with the American Legion service companies, organized by many posts several years ago for this same purpose, and which proved their effic iency in the Ohio floods, .the Cali fornia earthquakes and the Bandon fire, officers said. Commander MacDonald announced a big stag party with a Dutch lunch and entertainment free to all veter nas. to be held on Tuesday. November 3. The following committee has charge of the event: C. L. Barnhill, R. R. Ebet. James Collins. O. L. Over myer and Goodwin Humphreys. 10 8tate highway commission has ; been requested by the Jackson , County Chamber of Commerce to ! keep Crater Lake highway open this . winter to the boundary of Crater j Lake national park. It was announc ed today. No reply has yet been received to the request, forwarded by Ben E. Harder, chairman of the chamber's committee on roads and highways. E. P. Lcavitt superintendent oi Crater Lake national park, could not be reached today but he was quoted by A. H. Banwell, chamoer manager, as saying that he was reasonably certain sufficient funds would be available to keep the park roads open this winter. BIRTHS Born to Mr. and Mrs. L. B. San derson of Eagle Point, a boy weight 9 pounds, 3 ounces, wedneesday. October 20. 1937 at the Sacred Heart hospital. EN'S SUITS 0 fit yf 5. 1 if iff 85 suits, every one new this fall, Single breasted and double breasted styles. Fancy backs, plain backs, styles for men, styles for young men. Every suit is tailored of good hard fin ished worsted cloths. The season 's newest patterns. Whether you need a new suit at present or later you will save by buying a suit now , . , Every suit in this lot is worth a great deal more. For a Limited Time Only $1685 NEW FALL OVERCOATS New fall overcoats now selling at only $1685 COME TO THE M. M. STORE FOR Men's WORK CLOTHING Complete stocks of work shirts, overalls, rain cloth ing, work pants, gloves and sox at prices that will save you money on every purchase. We don't give premiums, we give it to you in merchandise. JUST UNPACKED! Men's flannel shirts in fancy patterns. See the values at $198 . $345 . $465 PAY LESS, DRESS BETTER VISIT OUR NEW LOUNGE cool and comfortable on our mezzanine floor s at your disposal I Best here while shop ping In Medford. Arrange to meet your friends at this' de lightful spot .... It Is Just mother new M. M. service to southern Oregon people! 1 MW jn if;! Y ji? r. h h 4ri iH i ' I That's Exactly What You Do When You Do Your Shopping At The M. M. DEPT. STORE BEFORE YOU BUY- Your Fall Dresses, Coats and Hats. Visit the M. M. Department' store's new ready-to-wear department. Every week, in fact nearly every day, we receive some thinir new in this department, direct from the country's best stylists. In better ready-to-wear we nevor show but one of a style. And rememebr when you buy ready-to-wear here you are never charged for alterations. NOW SHOWING A. new shipment of lovely tailored suits in navy, brown, oxford, and black. $1085 and $1495 SEE THIS NEW SHIPMENT OF SPORT COATS n fitted and swagger styles. They come in the newest shades. Rust, Wine, Mahogany, Navy, Oxford and Mixtures. $1675 t0 $2750 IF YOU WANT- $098 The best coat for the least money. See what wonder ful coats we are now offer ing at only HAND BAGS Dozens and dozens new full handbag have ar rived In the 1at few days. In' thin flioutnp you Mill find nil the lat est shapes, all the new est If at hers, In the Rea son's most popular colors. Priced at only $100 $95 and $295 MARGOT DeMAR DRESSES In sizes 12 and 42, made of spot resistant crepes in wanted plain shades. Ideal for office and business wear. VERY SPECIAL $395 YOU CAN'T GO WRONG In selecting dresses from this price range. Nearly all stores sell this group for a great deal more. The season's cleverest styles, the new est materials and shades. Sizes 14 to 46 and they sell for only $7.95 LADIES' HATS Every week we receive dozens of the newest in Fall Hats. Here you will always find good selections in each of the following price ranges: $1.49 3 ' Alterations made in our own tailoring shop . . You are assured perfect fit. BLANKETS Now is the time to buy blankets. The cold nights are just starting. Buy the blankets you need now and enjoy them all winter. .We have a complete showing of the market's best blan kets. Let us show you the values we are offering. 66x76 Cotton Plaids 65c 72x99 Fine Sheet Blankets $1.25 70x80 Double Blankets, plain col. $1.69 70x80 Part Wool Blankets $2.19 72x84 25 Wool Double Blankets $5.48 EXTRA SPECIAL! 65 beautiful Indian Blankets 64x78, assorted colors. $1.98 SHOES for ALL the FAMILY Come to the'M. M. Department store for your shoe needs. Many stores have advanced their prices but we are still selling shoes at 1936 prices. FOR CHILDREN Complete showings of oxfords, straps and shoes $1.00 $1.48 $1.98 $2.45 FOR BOYS Good sturdy school shoes made to give service $1.98 $2.29 $2.98 FOR MEN Dress Shoes . $2.19 $2.98 $3.95 ad $5.00 Work Shoes $2.29 $2.98 $3.95 $1.95 $2.98 $4.95 and $5.95 FOr LADIES- PEQU0T SHEETS Now is the time to buy Pequot Sheets and Cases. Buy now for months to come as these prices are lower than these sheets can be sold for after November 1st. Pequot Sheets are superior in quality. Every Pequot Sheet and Pillow Case is guaranteed to exceed U. S. Government specifi cations and Pequot is the only brand carrying an unqualified guarantee jf this kind. Buy now all you want at these low prices. 72x99 Sheets ..... . $1.39 The newest fall styles in the season's wanted leathers $1.98 $2.45 $2.98 and $3.95 1M1 &lk Ma Ms 81x99 Sheets $1.49 iFPARTMECTSfo EPARTMENTSToRE 42x36 CASES 45c 81x108 Sheets $1.59 220-222 EAST MAIN CHARLES S. ADAIR, MGR. 220-222 East Main :
