Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989, February 21, 1955, Image 10

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Newspaper Page TextTEH MEDFORD (OREGON) MAIL TRIBUNE Monday, February 21, 1955 em Calm Before Storm Evident in State Legislature Several Signals Of Turmoil Ahead Seen in Hearings Salem (U.R) An eerie calm has settled on the surface of the Oregon Legislature, but veteran . lawmakers who have been here for several sessions see it as the calm before the storm. There are several storm signals of the big blow ahead: Shortness of nerves and tempers at some committee meetings and hear ings. Flare-ups at some of the after-hours hotel pow-wows. Plenty of Dynamite f One senator observed as he en tered the rotunda of the capitol, "There is plenty of dynamite around here but so far no one has furnished the dynamite caps." . The calm that saw at least two days in the floor sessions of the Senate last week produce not a single discussion only explanations is expected to be short lived. The storm will come when the really contro- ' versial measures reach the floors of both houses. Taxation Problem Taxation and Ways and Means promise to produce one of the great struggles of the session. The Joint Ways and Means Com mittee is faced with the task of tailoring Oregon's budget to its Income, and the millions of dol lars in surpluses the past few sessions have had to work with are gone. . The state is faced with a deficit 01 some $j),uuu,uuo witnout a building program and some $65, 000,000 if just the board of con trol and higher education system priority projects should be adopt ed. The Taxation Committees, headed by Rep. Loran L. Stewart, Cottage Grove Republican, and Sen. Rudie Wilhelm Jr., Portland .Republican, must find the rev enue to finance the program .ways and means. ;To Study Liquor ' A . forerunner of one of the storms liquor legislation will :come Wednesday night. The Senate Committee on Alcoholic Traffic, headed by Sen. John P. rHounsell, Hood River Republi can, will study a proposal of en. Robert D. Holmes, Gearhart Democrat, for a one-man paid liquor commissioner to replace the three-man liquor commission, na another of Sen. Joseph K. Carson Jr., Portland Democrat, for a three-man full time paid commission. The commissioners now are not paid. Other hearings through the week will deal with such debate producing matters as: A proposal for a five-man highway commis sion to replace the present three man commission; PUC regulation of reduction as well as increases in railroad freight rates; unem ployment legislation including proposed higher unemployment compensation benefits. Calendars Light Calendars were light in both houses today. The senate had up for final action a measure to give disabled war veterans $1500 property tax exemptions and a bill to require state permits to take minerals from ocean beaches. The House had up for final action a measure to prohibit issu ance of certificates to those who have been convicted of felonies or of minor crimes involving morals, and a bill to have the state board of health jurisdiction over farm labor camps. Local Students Win At Speech Tourney Fifteen senior and 13 junior high school students from Med ford took part in the annual high school speech tournament at Linfield college February 17-19. The students were ac companied by DeVere Taylor, speech instructor at senior high school, and Don Darneille, jun ior high school speech instructor. Dan Kellington, senior, won first place in -the interpretive acting division and Joe Burns, ninth grader, first place in the junior division, after dinner speaking. Young Burns and David Frohnmayer of junior high school second place in the junior division debate and Bruce West, sophomore, won third in junior division personal inter view. Reaching the finals were Greg Milnes, sophomore, serious read ing competition, and Joe Burns, impromptu speaking. Six hundred students from 40 schools were entered in the tournament. GOP Cries 'Politics' Over emo Tax Cant IProposais Washington J(U.R) The Dem ocratic-controlled Congress sig naled the start of an income tax cutting drive today in the face of administration opposition and angry Republican cries of "politics." The legislation which Dem' ocrats plan to push through the House Ways and Means Com mittee without public hearings would cut everybody's income taxes, starting next Jan. 1. It would save every taxpayer A Niehol's Worth of ... Comment On This and That By HARMAN W. NICHOLS United PreM Fertare Writer ' nAk i9 ' Washington (U.R) Tomor row is the day when the con fusion, generally fairly organ- ized here abouts, gets out of hand. It's-Washing-ton's birthday and an excuse for local mer chants to un load junk off their shelves to the gullible, don't give-a-darn tmblic. harman Mcftols it's hilled in the public prints as the Wash ington birthday sales. It's a fascinating scene. But a lot of right-thinking people have cried across the years that there ought to be a more dignified manner of celebrating the birth anniversary of our first leader than offering ladies pink panties for eight cents, or four cents per pantleg. ' It is said to have started in the long ago when one merchant, finding himself with an overload of ladies panties and other things, decided to cash in on junk. He did and gathered himself a bun dle of long green. The merchant, who couldn't afford a legal staff at the time, forgot to copyright his notion (it can't be done, anyhow) and before you could chop down a cherry tree the sales became a tradition. ( : If you have never seen the mauling and hauling and pulling of hair on 22 February, it's worth the plane fare from far off places, just to stand by at a safe distance and take a look. You have to get up early, or stay up late. There is one char acter who each year advertises , mucniy used typewriters tor a cents. A line in front of this shop forms about four the after noon before. The clown has only three for sale, but by the time it starts to rain (and generally it does around 9 o'clock the night before the sale) 40 or 50 daring ones are lined up, carrying cots, holding umbrellas and with thermos jugs of coffee sticking out of their top coats. It's . neighbor fighting neigh bor, devil take the back-most and what does the first three wind, up with, a 99 cent type writer. Weigh it for junk and maybe you'll get your dough back, and you can subtract that for what your sleeping time is worth. . But we started out to talk about pink panties, which are much more interesting than the keys or carriage return of a silly old chatterbox. Panties are, as always, for sale at eight cents a pair, grab bag. ior size, ana u tney don t lit, the exchange window is closed on 23 February. So there you are! Seven inch television sets, with special magnifying specks pitched In run all the way up to $1.10. You don't try things on. Shoes are in boxes. If they give your corns a fit, they might make a nice present next Christmas for the man who picks up the banana peels and apple parings. And oh, yes. One store has ad vertised "men's pants one-half off." That's always interesting. HOME WORK Norfolk, 'Conn. jOJ.R) Con tractor Gerald Mulville took some time off to putter around his own home, fell and broke a wrist. $20 and an additional $20 for each dependent on next year's taxes. Democrats hoped to push the bill through the House by Fri day. There is opposition from at least one key Democratic sen ator Chairman Harry F. Byrd (D-Va.) of the Senate Finance Committee. But Democratic leaders were hopeful of getting the .legislation to the White House within 38 days. In an effort to make It veto proof, Democrats decided to take the tax cut on as an amend ment to an administration bill to postpone for another year a $3,000,000,000 cut in corpo ration and excise taxes auto matically scheduled for April 1. Republican members of the Ways and Means Committee charged the Democrats with "im proper tactics," and "political demagoguery" and said they were putting politics above the country's welfare. LEGISLATURE IN RECESS Salem U.R) Both houses of the state Legislature adjourned for the weekend Friday after reversing an earlier decision to begin Saturday sessions this week. House Democratic Leader , tax-cutting initiative from Pres- John W. McCormack (Mass.) re plied that "any time anything is done for the average person Republicans oppose it and cry politics." Tax-Cutting Initiative The Democratic strategy ob viously was aimed at seizing the Democracy Prospects Declared Brighter Los Angeles (U.R) Justice William O. Douglas of the U.S. Supreme Court believes democ racy's prospects are far brighter than most Americans think. Speaking before several hun dred listeners at the Westside Jewish Community Center last night, Douglas said the compe tition between democratic and Communistic forces "is not go ing to the Communists, as so many people fear." "The great work being done by Prime Minister Nehru in In dia is stemming the Communist tide, rolling back their forces," he said. "They are doing a bril liant job for democracy in Bur ma, too, and our prospects are extremely bright in Viet Nam." ident Eisenhower for political advantage in the 1956 presiden tial campaign. . The strategy evolved after President Eisen hower said he hoped to recom mend an income tax cut when Congress returns next January. Mr. Eisenhower pointed to his forecast of a $2,400,000,000 de ficit for the fiscal year start ing July 1 as evidence that "we cannot afford any tax cuts now." The Democratic plan would cost $1,400,000,000 in revenue for a full year but it would add only $700,000,000 to the forecast deficit since it would apply only to the last half of the fiscal year. (Kxfiatim. astern 8 f 1 A UNITED... Fastest Along the Const and to the East! sau FRaucisco : SEATTLE via United connecting service to DEIMR CHICAGO NEW YORK 1214 hrs. 2 flights daily both North and South in the world's most advanced twin-engine airliner United' Convair Mainliner. Alroort Hrminal. IN MEDFORD CALL 3-3643 or on authorized fro. agtni. 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We haven't been able to pass them off on anyone and they're ruining the looks of our bright new Spring merchandise. WE CANNOT TELL A LIE Unwelcome Perrenials ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS that have been popping: hack into stock for the past 3 spring seasons. Values to 2.50. O Kd A? Take 'em for 3'6"3W't Vintage Crop ... Women's Apparel Just the right amount of . . . wrong styles. Just the right amount of ... . wrong colors. Just the right amount of ... .? What is wrong with them? They've been aging for eons on our racks and tables and we feel it's just about the right time to get rid of them. UNIFORMS that don't seem right for women in white. Slightly soiled (after O LO-ZL OO 2 years.) Values to 8.98 ... Ait7"tiA7 RUMMAGE TABLE of jersey blouses, sweaters and cotton blouses, chuck full of our mistakes. Values to 8.98 ..; . so here are the bare facts. The Undercover Story "C5eaD (Eeorge1 (CD AD. I - : - - On Sale Tomorrow Only! Beach Bait SLIPS, HALF SLIPS and GOWNS which we haven't been able to slip on to the public. They're real bargains (honest) for( . NYLON HOSIERY: How can one make a mis take buying hosiery? They all look alike. We apparently did. Values to 1.65 .. . . price 59 pr. Two Mistakes From Childrens Wear SPORT TOGS by famous maker Including belts, halter tops, bras, caps and beach gags, (oops) . . . bags. Values to 3.95 ..: 88 Kiddies Table CORDUROY JACKETS: Even the kids dis like these. Girl's sizes 8-14. Red or green. Regular 7.50 ...... . ; RAIN SLICK E R S: We can't be weather prophets, too. These are made of an everglaze fabric in red or yellow. Sizes 6-14. Reg. 7.98 BARGAIN TABLE of shirts, slips, creepers, skirts and many other apparel items for chil- v - OOd dren. Your choice . . - , - 3.00 4.88 FORMAL SKIRTS: Three that didn't get to a patry. Real wallflower types. Regular 9.98 CITY SLICKERS: Three of them that didn't get wet. They were the rage two years ago. Regular 10.98 . REVERSIBLE COATS: Thank goodness there are only six of them. Combination tweed and rayon. Regular 39.95 .. .. MATERNITY DRESSES One piece style in an obnoxious print pattern. Our buyer thought they were darbs. Reg. 4.98 ;. . . ... Regular 3.98 MATERNITY SKIRTS . HOUSE DRESSES in a revolting little plaid pattern. You won't want to be seen out of the house in these. Reg. 5.98 PLASTIC JACKETS in white. Well, they were white but they're supposed to be wash able. Regular 10.98 ......l ......... SKIRTS in dressy and tailored styles. All of the wrong colors, styles and fabrics apparent ly. Values to 14.98 ......... . SWEATERS: We don't dare mention the fam ous makers name. They're cardigan styles. Regular 12.98 JACKETS: These are by. another so-called famous maker. You wouldn't pay the regular price of 22.95, so here they are for SQUARE DANCE DRESSES: We don't know why these 3 are still hanging so forlornly.on our rack. Regular 14.98 .. SEE OUR MARTHA" WASHINGTON SALE RACK OF DRESSES 3.00 3.00 3.00 15.00 2.19 2.00 3.00 3.00 5.00 8.00 14.00 3.00 "Boo Boos" From Men's Wear 69 TIES that didn't even sell at Christmas time. Our buyer must have been in a bad mood I Th when he chose these. Reg 1.50 .: - : 1.69 T-SHIRTS that have been roosting around ' here for months. Supposed to be a buy at 3.95 O 1 Q but we're beginning to doubt it ...i. ' w V SLACKS which might f if the bill for a "Hard Time Party". Small and large sizes only. How about taking them off our hands for . ... SPORT SHIRTS: Wrong styles, colors, fabrics sort of thing again. We'll lose money but it's worth it if you take them for ' . JACKETS: The heavy type. You won't get much use out of them now unless you re plan ning a trip to Alaska. Values to 17.95 for ...... REVOLTING little collection in assorted styles, fabrics and colors. Values to 13.95. Take them for .. . . . Flub Duds For Lien SPORT COATS (only 3) all wool. Reg. 19.95 4,44 TOPCOATS (1 size 38, 1 size 40). Reg. 40.00 17.95 DURESS SOCKS, broken sizes... Reg. 49c and QQ 49 LONG JOHNS. Size 36 only. Regular 3.98.. Flipper Slippers. 3.98 1.98 4.98 & 7.95 3.95 & 5.95 HANDY to slip your feet into after a shower or bath. Reg. 98c -. Gatch-AII Bags CAN be used for utility or knitting bags. (Art Needlework.) Reg. 5.98 .- 15 1.09 Attention! Beauty Parlors YOU'LL FIND LOTS OF MISTAKES IN OUR BOY'S DE PARTMENT SO TAKE A LITTLE TRIP TO OUR LOWER FLOOR TOMORROW AND LOOK FOR OUR SPECIALS! DeLong BOBBIE PINS, 24 on a card. Guaran teed to produce a superior pin curl. Reg. 10c 1 d . card .......... card Attic Bound Specials Rummage Sale Buys DENIM SPREADS, twin size, drab colors. (6 9.9 S c&ch SHOT GLASSES in boxed set: (Only 10.) Reg. 1.00 Fallen Arch Department "TWO STRAP CASUALS: 30 pair that we can't foist off on anyone. They were the rage be fore we stocked them. Reg. 5.49 pr BLACK SUEDE WEDGIES: New arrival for Spring '54. Mid-hi heel. Another buyers mis take. Regular 9.98 pr. GALOSHES:. 6 pr. (sizes 4 to SY2.) RUBBER BOOTS: 5 pr. (size 5 only). They're not pretty but certainly protective. Values to 4.98 . Housewives Dilemma SURFACE-KLEEN: Wax remover and color restorer. Reg. 1.10 .. 1 '. SURFACE-NU: A liquid rubber for appliance surfaces. Reg. 90c : STA-RITE: A conditioner for white porcelain. Reg. 98c CHROME-KLEEN: Cleans and brightens. Reg. 69c ..:.... ; . ..T . GLASS CLEANER in bottle with spray adapt er. Reg. 69c .. - 2.99 4.99 1.49 25 15 15 10 10 RUBBER MATS (only 4) handy for the kitchen Reg. 1.00 .:.r.r...:. .:.....r..;..- DISH DRAINERS in stunning blue. (Only 2) Reg.. 3.98. .........,.....,... CARVING BOARDS (only 3). Well and tree de sin 3.98 ........vhu..w.........m.'-..m FISH PLANKS (only 2). Something fishy here. It 3.00 -----------"-------"---'-' JEWELRY BOXES (only 2). Beautiful cut glass. UPHOLSTERY SQUARES. Picked over assort ment. Values to 12.95 yd. ; . PLASTIC CHAIR COVERS (never get rid of these). , Reg. 3.98 ; .. 12.98pr 49 29 99 . 1.69 99 1.39 37 . 1.00 2, pair ONION 'N GARLIC POWDER, famous West Indies 4 4 make. Reg. 75c O OS- HAND WHIPS (only 4). Beat eggs in a jiff. Reg. 1.10 CANDLES: 18" and 12" tapers. Your choice..- r each DINNERWARE, odds and ends of sugar and 1Q creamers, etc. .-. ... . IWJ each Operaiion - Decoration CURTAINS which include tiers, sash types and cafe models. The bottom of the barrel 1 A A type. Values to 4.98.. WW Mistakes -By The Yard WOOL and RAYON PLAIDS, washable, 5- QO(f pieces. Regular 3.79 . ; 7''' RAYON SUITINGS in lots of patterns '(too Aft? many for us.) Values to 1.98 yd. . . f"r COATINGS, 100 wool in plaid pattern with A A A tweed effect. 56" wide. Reg. 6.98 yd. . f.UU yard yard yd! CERAMIC BARGAIN TABLE: Vases, figurines, etc Values to 15.98 . 29 2.99 DINNERWARE SET (only 1 set). Veriniware f A ft jp pattern. Reg. 30.00 ... .... . I4i73 VASES, Novelty type (can't sell them for 3.90) How about . . : . . . 990