Hammond Times, Volume 9, Number 22, Hammond, Lake County, 31 July 1920 — Page 8

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GERMANY IS AT

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So Says Ludendorff Described as Brains of the German Army. (Copyright, 1920, by the Internationa! News Service) BERI-JN", July 31 Germany lies today at tr.e mercy of Bolehevik Russia, in a military sense, according to Gen. Einrich Ludendorff, former quarter-rr.aster-sreneral of the German army, chief of staff to Field Marshal Von Hindenburg. and noted during- the war as "the brains of the German army." Gen. Ludendorft declared that th frontier of East Prussia, where the Russians are reported to have massed 5.009 troops, is virtually unprotected and that the "reichswehr'' the present standing army of Germany. is no match for the veteran and powerful army of soviet Germany. Gen. Ludendorff would not discuss the political phase cf the new situation which has been created by Russia's successful campaign against Polana. j "An analysis of the present military situation convinces me that fifrranv

is at the mercv of Rolshv(lr Tlnciii I

declared the general. "The- German relchswehr is no match tor the soviet armies." "Io you mean that the reichswehr troops are Insufficient or incompetent to defend Germany from possible aggression by the Russian army?-' the general was asked. "Troops must always be judged in relation to their opponents," "replied Ludendorff. "The reichswehr soldiers have not been through maneuvers nor battle practice and cannot be used to defend our Eastern frontier because a

large proportion of the army would be required to maintain order in the interior of Germany. Attempted invasion by the Russians might result in internal troubles by their German sympathizer. "On the other hand the Russians are in good fighting shape and are well trained. They have defeated the armies of Gen. Deniken and Adm ral

July 31, 1920

JAMES MIDDLETON COX FARMER, EDITOR, GOVERNOR AND PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEE

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shevik army in Germany. He greeted this remark with a hearty laugrh and then replied: "Anyone who believes this has certainly given but little attention to what I have written and said on the subject .

"But I must keen aaav fpim 11

xjena. ana now they have conquer- politics. I am a soldier. I only feel

lu i nry nave greater num- and care for Germany's future.

cers or rgnting men than we have. "I consider that the East Prussian frontier Is unprotected and is therefore Germany's greatest danger spot. "We are solely dependent upon the good will of Russian soviet army and it is an unbearable position for any state to be in." Gen. Ludendorff was reminded of reports that have been circulated from time to time in allied countries that he is the leader of a nationalist-Eol-

THIS IS THE

LAST DAY

Tomorrow is the last day for the

payment of special revenue taxes, ac- no penalty will be imposed.

cording to William L. Elder, colelctor of internal revenue for the district of Indiana. Among those who must pay the special tax are baseball teams that charge admsision to games. Such teams are texed at the rate of J15 year. If. however. the admission

money is used only for the actual expenses of the team, and no one receives any pecuniary benefit therefrom for playing on the team or managing it. the team may be exempted. Those liable to the special tax on other amusements, as well as various Industries, also must pay , not. later than Saturday to avoid penalty. The revenue office will close at noon today. Any payment mailed in the postoffice not later than midnight -n 111 be accepted, however, and

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And Still Another Opportunity on Thrift Monday to Buy

We are continuing this exceptional Cane Sugar Sale for those who were unable to get here on Saturday. It's the pure, white kind that is used at this time for preserving purposes. The supply is limited, therefore we strongly advise shopping early Monday in order that you may get your share at this feature price. MONDAY ONLY AT

In order that we may 'distribute this sugar evenly to all our customers, we will limit 10 lbs. to each purchaser of $1.00 or over in any department in our store. No phone, C. O. D. or mail ojders on this item. Delivery service given.

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in the WASH GOODS DEPT. 1625 YARDS OF STANDARD PERCALES Our buyer was very fortunate in procuring these percales at a special price concession. They re 36 inches wide, in a beautiful ranje cf patterns, mostly dark blue shades. This opportunity does not come often take advantage of it.

Usually Selling at 49c per yd. Monday at We Reserve the Right Limit Quantity.

29c

AUGUST August is another sale month. A month in wHich many of our p':rons will want to pay particular attention to, for there is scarcely a single article in this whole store hat does not offer a remarkablreduction. Apparel for the present day and future needs, things that you want in your home al! are here in comprehensive, well arranged assortments. And the pricings is every instance offer many advantageous buying opportunities.

jMImsLS Coo MONDAY

AUGUST

Monday will be an interesting sale special day and it will be worth your while to be among those who will partake of these exceptional "Thrifties."

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Introducing an Opening Event for August in Which the Extensive Savings Will

SHIRTING CALICOS The usual standard

Sale

DRESS GINGHAM 27 inches wide; very

best quality and a wonderful range of beautiful plaids and plain shades. - IQ Thrift Monday, per yard DAMASK 70 inches wide, in a good mercerized quality, presenting a host of pretty designs. . h j Q Thrift Monday, per yard P 1 .0 PLAIN VOILES 36 to 40 inches wide, in a broken lot of' shades; fair quality for dresses. y -v Thrift Monday, per yard OJC

CUPS AND SAUCERS American semi-porcelain, p' 1 a i n white, large size. Q C Special at OOC

quality, in stripes and figures, fast 1Q colors. Monday only, per yard X C GINGHAM PLAID SUITING 27 inches wide, in pretty Scotch plaids for OCkg children's dresses. Monday, yard. . MUSLIN 36 inches wide, bleached, soft, finish for fine needle work. Values OQ to 49c per yard. Thrift Monday. .. LONG CLOTH Good quality, well known brand, in a soft finish for danity Oflingerie. Thrift Monday, per yard. SHAKER FLANNEL Bleached, good width, fair quality. A usual 39c OQ value. Thrift Monday, per yard. . . MOSQUITO NETTING Extra wide, medium mesh, in all good shades. in Monday only, per yard 1 JC

Be of Notable Interest to Every Woman. DRESS VOILES 40 inches wide, in a wide range of beautiful summer patterns, fast colors, good lengths. Thrift Monday, per yard friC CHALLIES 36 inches wide, in Persian and Oriental designs, for comforters, draperies, etc., in a good range of dark ? Q patterns. Special, per yard OiC ORGANDIE LAWNS 30 inches wide, closely woven for good serviceable wear and in a host of pretty patterns. Q Thrift Monday, per yard OVC

CLOTHES BASKET Willow, large size, well made. Special for Thrift ( 1 OA Monday at J 1 .Oi7

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Knit Underwear and Hosiery Bargains Low prices are an added incentive toward selecting Hosiery and Underwear the kinds women love to wear during the summer months. To be among the many purchasers Monday will be advantageous, for these are exceptionally priced. PINK BLOOMERS AT 48c LADIES SILK HOSE AT $1.59 Fine ribbed combed yarn, elas- Heavy silk, with seamed back

48 c

tic at top and knee.

Sizes 34 to 44

LADIES SILK TOP UNION SUITS AT $325 Heavy silk top, fine ribbed bodies, either pink or dJO OP white, at PO.O

black.

$1.59

and reinforced soles;

white and brown. Per pair

CHILDREN'S HOSE AT 89 Three-quarter length." with cuff top. mercerized lisle finish ; white, black and QQ brown. Per pair 3C

LADIES' GROS GRAIN SKIRT BELT AT 25c Ready to sew on, two inches wide with stays, all sizes ; black and white. OJ? Price, each FILET LACE 11 Vic YARD Also insertion, for underwear and many other purposes. Worth 15c regu- 111 larly. Per yard.. 1 2 C

A Special Selling of DRESS APRONS Women's and misses Plaid Gingham Dress Aprons, in bungalow style, with collar and cuffs of white pique or plain colored gingham. They're easily worth up to $3.95, at $3.29

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Smocks to Wear on an August Day

stUv y no means " summer over, in fact there are quite

a few warm days to come and yie miss who is prep3?; pared for them with a Smock purchased from this

mde and beautiful selection will not only becool but dressed appropriately. Featured for Monday is one Colored Voile, prettily hand embroidered in contrasting shades. Worth up IJ.O 1 Q to $4.50. .Specially priced for Thrift Monday. 1

''More Value9' in Men's and Boys9 Furnishings

Boys' Boys' Boys'

Boys' Bathing Suits, $2.50 Most boys like to have a "real" suit to swim in and we have them here in all colors and sizes. Onepiece suits with skirt, in good heavy weight. Let the boy come in and pick one out him- 0 CA

self, at Blue Overalls, cut full, sizes 8 to 14. . . .$1.25 Allover Play Suits, sizes 4 to 8 $1.45 Blue Shirts, collar attached, at $1.50

Men's Bathing Suits at $1.50 All Sizes and Colors

Union Suits That Fit

These athletic style Union Suits are carefully tailored. Every one is cut just as carefully as a suit of clothes; correctly proportioned to fit properly and give full freedom. They're made up of cool nainsook in sizes 34 to 36, and selling at a price which enables you to buy at least

two or more, QC Per suit.... JiJC Men's Sport Shirts, in light or dark colors. Special. $1.98

Important Specials for Infants and Children

' Boys' Wash Suits

SECOND FLOOR

GIRLS' DRESSES

Not only are these Wash Suits practical and economical because of their tubbing qualities, but they are especially desirable because of their coolness in hot weather. We have a large variety to choose from; choice styles, reasonable prices; "made from materials that wear well. Sizes 3 to 8. Special Monday, at

$1.95

In a wide range of styles, colors and fabrics. If you are looking for real bargains, and more than your money's value, visit our children's wear section, second floor, and see what we are offering. You will meet a big surprise when y6u see our prices and garments you will wonder how it can be done. You can buy the garment for less than the purchase price of the material by the yard. Monday at $1.95 ANI$2.95

Our Infants" Section contains many beautiful little garments for the little one; dainty little dresses imported from the Philippines, all hand made, and embroidered in lovely designs, such as is $Q QC li r l u J3.i7D suitable for babvs wear

Infants' Section (SECOND FLOOR)

VANTA UNDERWEAR For the baby, the best you can buy; perfect in make and more comfortable than any othef baby garments on the mraket, no buttons, no pins, but firmly secured by twistless vanta tape, which insures perfect freedom and com- 1 O C fort. Silk and wool, $2.24. Cotton vests

Monday's Grocery Specials

Best Case Graau- fiJO 1 C Iated Sufar, 10 lbs. 1 With' order pf $1.00 or more in any department. Je!ke's Good Lud: Betterine, per lb JO-

Keota Creamery Butter, CQp finest obtainable, lb...

Superior Family Soap, 10 bars for

48c

Crisco, the best shortenmg. Vl lb. can ii3C Gold Medal Flour, ? 1 Q7 bbl. sack P1. Ball Mason Fruit Jars, QCr dcz. quarts r.'3

U nee da Biscuits, 3 pkgs Barber's Best and Cheapest Matches, doz.

Monarch Brand Cof- 1 fee, 3-lb. can T'O

25c 29c