Indianapolis Times, Volume 37, Number 161, Indianapolis, Marion County, 6 November 1925 — Page 23

FRIDAY, NOV. 6, 1925

418-YEAR-OLD JOB FINISHED Canal Started by Louis XIII Is Completed. SEA Service WMARK3ILLES, France, Nov. G.— The last rocks that kept the water from the Mediterranan Sea out of the Ithone-to-Marseillea Canal, have been removed, completing a project that dates back 418 years. It was when Riehilleu was minister to Louis XIII that plantwere first put forward for the digging of this canal. There wins too much religious strife In tjie country at that time, however, tb permit France’s rulers to give attention to the project. Richilieu and Louis XIII died and other rulers came and went before the proposition again was brought up This time, in 1820, actual plans were drafted. But they were pigeonholed until 1903 when the construction was authorized. Actual work was started in 1911. The canal is eighty-one miles long, and cost 216,000,000 francs. PREHISTORIC SURGERY LONDON.—The skull of a Neanderthal man of 40,000 years ago shows that the delicate operation of trepanning was performed in those days. The skull shows that holes were cut in the forehead long before the owner died.

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Furniture bargains calculated to be a source of real thanksgiving for our patrons. Compare these values. Then remember that Indiana’s greatest'furniture store consists of eleven floors of similar values. Priced right for your Thanksgiving.

Charter Oak Parlor Furnace $44.75 This handsome heater embodies the same principle ememployed in a furnace, that of heating by distributing currents of warm air. In addition it throws into the room an intense added beat due to radiation of its metal jacket which surrounds the perforated air chamber. By making the fuel do double duty in this manner, it becomes a wonderful coal saver. Your reduced fuel bills will pay for it. Bungalow Coal and Gas Combination Range Two stoves In one —a gas range ?nd a kitchen heater. Can be used or either purpose, or for both at one time, yet so compact that it takes up no more room than an ordinary range. Has high warming shelf, nickel trim, two coal openings, four star gas burners, large oven. $77.50

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Odd China Closets Clearing several odd china cabinets at n big sacrittc in price. Walnut finish—s2s.7s

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86 YEARS IN HOUSE Tin SEA Service MUNCIE, Ind., Nov. 6.—Wallace Hlbbits, wealthy retired flour mill owner, died at the age of 86 the other day, having lived all his life in the same house in which he was born. The city built up close all around the old home, but Hlbbits refused to sell the property at any price. 42 PIGS IN SIX MONTHS TOPEKA, Kans. —J. J. Sheehan, a Kansas farmer, owns a sow worth her weight in gold, he says. Hist spring the sow farrowed twenty-four pigs. Then the latter part of August she added eighteen more, making 42 pigs in less than six months. PLATINUM AUTO. BOSTON—A solid platinum, dia-mond-studded automobile was made in France is now on display in a Boston jewelry shop. GoidS By millions ended Hill’s stop tnillions of colds every winter—and in 24 hours. They end headache and fever, open the bowels, tone the whole system. Use nothing less reliable. Colds and Grippe call for prompt, efficient help. Be sure you get it. All druggists Price 30c CASCARAjfjLQUININE Get Red Bos with portrait

8-Piece Dining Room Suite A complete dining room suite, including buffet, -Table, Cry £ \ tjjj host chair and five side chairs. The popular Queen /Vj Anne design, in native American hardwoods, finished in M f 1 walnut. Quite an attractive suite ® S 8-Piece Two-Tone Dining Suite A massive 3uite in Italian design, with rich two-tone walnut finish enhanced by a gold line decoration. In- A eludes 60-inch buffet, oblong extension table, with cut > | V> S 0 corners, server, host chair and five side chairs with *r I /N --J genuine blvte leather seats and paneled backs Full dust- 1 V J J proof construction

Library Tables Beautify your living room with one of these handsome tables. Many beautiful designs in oak—--56.75 and Up

Davenport Beds A comfortable davenport by day, a full-sized bed at night. Marked way down — $38.75

Mattresses A splendid mattress that assures restful sleep. High-grade ticking $7.75 and Up

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TREES CONTAIN WEATHER DATA Trunks Tell Many Tales to Botanists. Hu SEA Service * WASHINGTON. Nov. 6.—Botanists now believe they can tell what kind of weather the ancients were laving at any season of the year ',OOO years ago. And this bit of information is not

Mr. Irving Lemeaux Says This: “You no doubt will be glad to know that Mountain Valley Water was, in my opinion, responsible for restoring our young son to good health, and is now contributing largely to the recovery of my aunt from high blood pressure.” (Signed) IRVING W. LEMEAUX Indianapolis Brush and Broom Cos. Come in or Call Up for Further Information Circle 1299 Moimtain^lkQftef tram MOUNTAIN TAHIT srKINOS. HOT BPBINtiS, ARK. Evansville Indianapolis Terre nnt 913 Massachusetts Ave.

Occasional Tables The latest in living room tables. Mahogany or walnut finishes—sll.7s and Up

Davenport Tables Beautiful living room tables, in many artistic designs. Mahogany or walnut finishes—sll.7s

Kitchen Tables Genuine white porcelain top kitchen tables with drawer—s4.9s

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obtained from any records of men either, as folk back in those days did not have a weather man. Botanists get their information from trees. When a tree is cut down its age can be found by counting the number of tongs between the heart and the bark. Each ring represents one year of growth, and botanists say they can tell by looking at a tree trunk, growing in the days of Caesar, whether the season was late in a certain years, or whether the season , was dry, or wet, simply by studying the thickness and consistency of the wood fiber of the circle of that corresponding year.

RUG SAVINGS 9x12 Seamless Tapestry Rugs $15.75 Durable, attractive seamless tapestry rugs, In this big room size. The latest patterns and combinations of colors for your selection. Better Grade 9x12 Tapestry Rugs $21.75 These are henry, long-wearing tapestry Brussels rugs, in the very popular 9x12 size. The patterns are new and attractive, in such colors ns tans, taupes. blues and Mulberry. Real values. 9x12 Velvet Rugs $25.75 Heavy, soft and luxurious, with the deep, soft pile and silky luster I'aat denotes quality. If you are looking for a rug that will add real beauty, and give long and satisfactory wear, this is just tlio rug you need. 9x12 Axminster Rugs $37.75 Beautiful Axminster Rugs t a low price that is surprising indeed, especially considering their high quality. They are in the 9xl--very henvy and closely woven. and come in a splendid assortment of new oriental and all-over patterns for fall. Select yours early. Waterproof Floor Coverings, Per Yard, 49c.

Odd Dining Chairs Here's your chance to get a set of dining chairs at a remarkably low price. Walnut finish, genuine leather seats — $3.75 and Up

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M’QUIGG IS DIRECTOR Bii Time* Snrcinl CHICAGO, Noo. 6. —The appointment of John R. Mc-Quigg, national commander of the American Legion,

Special! Men’* 15c Work, Dress Sox Limit 0 palm to a customer. The pair—lOC Special! Men’s $1.75 “Yeager” Color Ribbed UNION SUITS Fine quality.. While they last—sl.oo Limit 3 Salts to a Customer. Special! Young Men’s $6.50 Collegian Pants In blue, gray and tan; also corduroy*. Wide bottoms. All sixes. >3.95 Special! Men’s 15c Canvas GLOVES Limit 8 pntrn to a customer. The pair—lOC Special! Men’s $7.50 “ALTO BRAND” BLANKET LINED WORK COATS i ome In b-nek and brown All sizes 38 to 44. Sale pric^— $4-95

(Indianapolis’ Greatest Bargain Shoe Store) 7 BIG SPECIALS SATURDAY ONLY, NOV. 7, 1925 J Right at this time of the year, when you are always short of money after paying your fall taxes, we are going to give you a chance to save some money on seasonable shoes. Anticipate your wants for some time to come and take advantage of the specials mentioned below.

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One Large Lot, Sample Ladies’DressSLlPPEßS and OXFORDS

Men’s and Women’s 75c and $1 HOSE Rayon 811 k. All Sixes 23c PAIR Limit 3 pair* t. a customer.

to the directorate of the Gorgas Memorial Institute was announced today by Dr. Franklin Martin, chairman of the board of the institute. "Commander MeQuigg’s decision

The first 50 customers presenting this ad will receive a useful souvenir, worth 39c, absolutely free of charge. ____________________________

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Men's and Young Men's Up to S2O Suits and $d Overcoats 111 Positively the greatest clothing values P$ we have ever offered. Come downl MW Take a look at them—even if you’re jBHBHI _ not ready td buy Yve’U be glad to show ON p E RICE IF DN PRICE LF Here's Another Startling Eye-Opener Men's and Young Men's Up to S4O Suits and SQ/Y Overcoats /I R Once you see them you’ll marvel at how we m do It!—but seeing is believing—so look ’'.*7 them over, feel their fine quality and then Judge for yourself. mßmwmSifiKi Open Saturday Night Until 10 O'clock

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to serve with leading physicians and surgeons who are devoting their efforts to a more healthy nation is especially gratifying." said Dr. Martin. He is the direct representative

of there than 7.000,000 men who weio called to the colors during the World War and physically examined under the supervision of the late SurgeonGeneral Gorgas.

Special! Men’s $2.00 HEAVr ORET Sweater COATS Knit of fine combed yarn*. t't style. Shawl collar*. All size*51.19 ■■BHHI Special! Men’s $4.75 “COLUMBIA” Moleskin PANTS ”Vnlon made.” Wear like Iron. Extra full cut and specially reinforced. 92.95 Special! Men’s SI.OO CORDCROT WORK CAPS F.xtra well mini®, with In(tide bund*. All •!*. SOc Special! Men’s $7.50 FINEST ALL-WOOL Lumberjacks Knit bottom*; In * largo variety of new pattern*. All *lzr. $4*95 Special! Men’s $5 All-Wool Cricket Sweaters Slipover stylo*. High fiuicy color*. 3.95

Another Big Saturday Bargain! Men’s $5 Dress OXFORDS

Men’s WORK SHOES Pormerlr sold e.

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