Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 36, Number 251, 18 July 1911 — Page 8

THE K1CHMOKD PALLADIUM A2D SUN-TELEGRAM, TUESDAY, JULY 18, 1911. TOT YEARS WAR IS HEARING CLOSE Spokane Seeks and Expects -to Obtain Rate Victory from Railroads. 5 3C $12.50 to $25 Ladies' TailorMade Soils Choice. $5.00 Good 8 14c Bleached Moslio. while it lasts, 6c CONTINUATION

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(Palladium Special) Spokane, Wash., Juiy 18 Contro-

versteB of more than 20 years etand-j Ing will be decided when the Inter- i state Commerce Commission announceH Its findings in the celebrated) freight rate case, in a few days. It is i believed here that the decision will

be In favor of Spokane, among other things being terminal rates between Chicago and this district, also more equitable rates from eastern points. The Spokane case was the first instituted against the transcontinental railroads under the present law, prior to which the city gained a decision. However, it was set aside by the supreme court of the United States on constitutional grounds. A brief history of the present case follows: August, 1906 Complaint filed with commission. January, 1907 Commissioners hear testimony in Spokane. March, 1907 Commission takes testimony at Chicago. May, 1907 Commission hears interveners at Portland, Ore. June, 1907 Oral argument before commission at Washington, D. C. October, 1907 All briefs filed with the commission. October, 1908 Testimony taken In Spokane. March 1909 Decision In favor of Spokane; principle laid down that rates should be lowered but only on commodities specifically mentioned In the complaint. June, 1909 Supplemental complaint filed with the commission. September, 1909 Commissioners hear testimony In Spokane on supplemental complaint. October, 1909 Testimony of petitioners and interventors taken at Portland. December, 1909 Briefs connected

with the supplemental complaints fil-(

d with commission at Washington, D. C. June, 1910 Decision on supplemental complaint: tentative schedule of rates suggested by the commission; both parties to the proceedings permitted to offer criticism. September, 1910 Commissioner Prouty hears criticism; transcontinental roads granted extension of time to file statements. . March, 1911 Statements of losses filed by railroads and last hearing before commission at Washington, D. C, four amendments made to the long and short haul clause. May, 1911 All briefs filed with the commission. "A decision In favor of the petitioners would mean a readjustment of freight rates all over the country and should benefit every inland community In the United States," said A. W. Doland, chairman .of the Interstate commerce committee of the Spokane chamber of commerce, who has been at the head of the local rate movement since 1891. "All we ever asked is a fair and square deal and we feel now that our efforts have not been in vain."

THE FRENCH DUEL Tricks That Are Invoked to Make the Meeting Bloodies. A French paper has been describing tb various contrivances to insure pistol duels ending in "coffee f jr two." A favorite trick, it seems, is to use projectiles that look like ordinary lead bullets, but crumble to pieces when fired. In more serious cases bullets are used of smaller caliber than the pistol, thus lessening their penetrating power. Sometimes the wad is intentionally left out, so that when the duelists face each other with the pistols held downward the bullets roll out In many cases bullets of th right caliber are used, but only wl.h a third of the proper powder charge, so that they are practically harmles. A vurtation of this trick Is to load with a double powder charge, which also causes the bul lets to go wide of the mark. This, bowever, is dangerous to the spectators - Again, well meaning seconds sometimes use the right bullets and thc right charge, but stiffen the triggers so that the extra pressure causes the bullets to go wide. Perhaps the most amusing device is the use of pistols fitted with a sort of secret safety valve, which opens when the weapon is loaded, so that the bullet drops out and only the powder charge remains. Exchange. A Orep In Rhetorio. "I remember." said an official of the East Indian service, "the speech of an Anglo-Indian who w delegated by a certain district to plac before the government's notice the horrible slaughter of their stock by tfgrrs. A very noticeable titter could be heard in the audionce when the delegate shouted very dramatically: "'Mr. Chairman, the tiger is the most ferocious animal that prowls and runs at large in India. He creeps from bis lurking place at the hour of midnight, when all natur is locked In the arras of Morpheus, and ere the portals of the east are unbound or bright Thoebus rises in his golden majesty whole Utters of pigs are destroyed.' "

The Cold Shoulder. Miss Bronsou. a very charming young woman of Oak lane, is being visited by an English cousin, who is charming enough, but not especially brilliant They were in a party of friends the other evening discussing attitudes toward persons. "I don't believe In giving the cold shoulder to any one," announced a Philadelphia girl, with emphasis. Oh. my dear. Interrupted the fair English ma Id. "the cold shoulder, properly garnished. Is very good. I am very fond of it Philadelphia Times.

NEW MARKET HOUSE PROJECTDEAD ORE After Much Discussion in Council It Was' Remembered City Is Broke. Apparently reluctant of expressing their real opinions before a few visitors and newspaper reporters, councilmen last evening discussed to no purpose whether council should, for ten minutes, go into executive session to discuss the proposition of buying land for a market house. What mysterious action Councllmen-at-large Thatcher could have had in his head when he suggested a committee-of-the-whole session cannot be stated. He seemed nervous and kept saying, "Let's get into a committee of the whole with the board of works. Then we can say what we think." Several motions were put before the meeting to go into private session, but a vote was not called because of the confusion. The market committee appointed at the last meeting, reported favorable to buying a lot on South Eleventh street, between Main and South A street to build a large central market house. Although not the center of the city geographically, this location was held to be most desirable for market purposes. It was said most West Side people have gardens and many of them never come to market. The east end market, recently established and which has proved profitable was cited as an example that east end people buy the most garden stuff. However, if a new market is built the majority of councilman favor the retention of the present east end site. A new market building for the city, similar but on a smaller scale to the large beautiful markets at Dayton and Indianapolis, it was agreed, would be a fine thing for Richmond. "Have we got the money to buy the lot recommended by the committee?" asked Mr. Bartel. "Money? Why ro," said the mayor. "Let's cut out aruging then," said

Bartel. "Move the market stays where it is" shouted one councilman. "Second,

Second," was the cry. And so Richmond's new market house project. Mayor Zimmerman told council that he would call a. meeting soon to discuss the water works proposal submitted by the E. M. Campfield company. The council and board will go over the proposition with the company. If the Richmond City Water Works company wishes to pursue such a course a meeting date with that company will be fixed by the Mayor. MUNICIPAL PLANT REPORT FOR JULY The July report of the Municipal light plant was reported to city council last night and in part follows: Receipts. Due from city for light and power $2,014.93 Received from light and power 5,5030.88 With other minor receipts, total $7,620.30 Disbursements. Operating expenses .. .. ..$2,716.60 Building and equipment .... 5,142.35 Sinking fund 660.00 Total disbursements $8,512.95 Total Municipal fund $27,188.40 Total Sinking fond 5,325.97 Receipts $ 7,620.30 Operating expenses 2,710.60 Excess of receipts over operating expenses $ 4,909.70 Another Meaning. A traveler to tUe north on the Great Northern railway, having delivered his luggage to the care of an alert railway porter, proceeded to make himself comfortable in the corner of a first class smoking compartment. The porter, having performed bis duty, came to the carriage to report, not without expectation of acceptable reward. "Weli." said the passenger, "I see by the letters MJ. N. R.' on your cap. 'Gratuities never received. " "Not quite that, sir." replied the porter, touching his cap peak. "It might mean 'gratuities' never refused.'" And the way that porter smiled when he left the carriage betokened his satisfaction at the material result of his smart answer and tbo service he had tendered. London Mail.

These Brands Have Stood the Test of Time: ALPHA ATLAS SPEED UNIVERSAL Their quality is attested by the fact that we are selling more of these This year than ever before in the history of this company MATHER BROTHERS COMPANY

A Good Place to Traded

July Brings Biggest Money Savings of the Year

Parlor Furniture These are all first class goods and are guaranteed in every way. Morris Chair Was $10, now . .$8.75 Leather Chair, like cut Was $20, now. .$16.00 Mahogany Rocker Was $18, now $14.50 Upholstered Divan Was $24, now $18.50

Mahogany Parlor Table, was $25, now $19.80 Oak Rocker, leather seat, was $15, now . . . .$12.75

LAWN SWINGS Two-passenger Swings, $3.98 Four-passenger Swings,

$4.98

BED HAMMOCKS Beyond question the finest line being shown in Richmond with the most reasonable prices, $7.98 and up.

A Jewel Range Makes Cooking Easy,

$24.00 to $69.00 We Aim to Please

9th and Main Sts.

ooJJuoIly CtaupaumecE Sails Greater Bargains Than Ever

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A grand clean-up oi regular goods, odd lots, broken sizes, discontinued lines not a "measly" 10 discount, but in a great many instances One-Fourth, One-Third and One-Half Off in our ready-to-wear department Read the quotations, see the goods, and "a word to the wise is sufficient"

$1.48, WORTH UP TO $8.75 A lot of two-piece Wash Suits, Linens, Repps, Piques, Ducks, etc. The skirts alone would bring more money. They ought to last about one hour. CHILDREN'S WASH DRESSES We carry a large and well assorted line in white and colors. Just the time of the year to wear them, but we want to get rid of them if a cut price will do it. Age 2 to 14 years. 50c Dresses, 33c; $1.00 Dresses, 66c; $1.50 Dresses, $1.00; $3.00 Dresses, $2.00; $4.00 Dresses, $3.00; up to $8.50. ONE-HALF PRICE Our entire line of Children's Spring Coats, ages 2 to 14, values $1.50 to $10.00, choice at one-half price. $12.50 TO $25.00 SUITS, $5.00 This is the last call on this season's Tailored Suits; only 20 in the lot; take your choice for only $5.00.

ONE-THIRD OFF The almost universal testimony of the ladies this season was that ours was the tastiest line of wash dresses shown in the city. The sales on these goods more than doubled last season. The line still contains some of our best staples. Onethird off, July Clearance. ONE-HALF PRICE Our entire line of long black taffeta and satin Coats. The cheapest in the lot sold for $15.00, the best for $35.00. One-half Price Clearance Sale. ONE-HALF PRICE 30 Linen, Silk, Pongee and White Serge Coats, values $4.75 to $40.00, to be closed out at one-half price. WE HAVE ABOUT 100 LADIES' SKIRTS which go in this sale at about the price of the making, say nothing of the cloth. Note the prices: $3.00 Skirts for $1.25; $3.50 Skirts for $1.75; $4.00 Skirts for $2.00; $5.00 Skirts for $2.50; $6.50 Skirts for $3.50.

Silk Clearance Taking- Part in the Clearance Sale Are Some Magnificent Values in Silks. We Mention only a few. 19-inch White and Colored Taffeta Silks, good value at 50c; Sale price 29c One lot of 19 and 24 inch Fancies, worth 50c; Sale price 29c Black 36-inch guaranteed Taffeta, good $1.00 value; Sale price 69c 24-inch all Silk Foulards, regular price 65c; Sale price 39c $1.00 Shower proof Foulards; Sale price 69c 27 in. Chiffon Silks, regular price 35c; Sale price 19c

Serpentine Crepe

18c quality to go at . 500 yards on sale Wednesday morning.

12 '2c

54 OFF 14 OFF Any Ladies' Parasol in the Store Wednesday Morning Umbrellas For sun and rain Ladies' 26-inch American Taffeta Umbrellas, also come in Twills; fast color, worth $1.50, Sale price 89c

Petticoat Bargain $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 Ladies' Mercerized striped Petticoats 89c $1.00 "value Ladies' Black Imitation Heatherbloom Petticoat, full size, Sale price 69c

Children's Rompers These are getting more popular every year, but we bought too many and are willing to take the loss now. Si. 00 Rompers for 79c; 79c Rompers for 65c; 50c Rompers for 43c.

Here Are Only a Few of the "Good Pickings" From the Domestic Department BEST PRINTS, only 5c This may not astonish you, but it is less than the goods cost by the case. 6c and 7c Shirtings, Sale price 4c Lot of Cheviot Shirting Ginghams, now in stock at 124c, Sale price 8Mc 15c Plaid and Stripe Ginghams, Sale price . .8c 15c Pillow Cases 36x42 & 36x45, Sale price 2 for 25c 42 inch Pillow Casing, good value at I2y2c, Sale price 10c

45-inch Pillow Casing, regular 15c value, Sale price 12Vc 81x90 Hemmed Sheets, worth 85c, Sale price. . .59c 18c Bleached and Unbleached Hemmed Bath Towels, Sale price ". 12Vc HUCK TOWEL BARGAIN 25 dozen heavy Huck Towels, 34 inch, 36 inch and 38 inch long, now in stock at 15c, 18c, 20c, Sale price . 10c Three for 25c 65c All Linen Table Damask, 2 bleached, Sale price , '48c Bleached all linen Damask, 66 to 72 in. wide, worth $1.00, Sale price ......69c

Wash Goods Now Is the Time You Want Them. Notice the Prices. Fine linen finish Chambrays, worth 15c a yard, Sale price 10c 25c Check Suitings 15c Fine linen finish Wash Suiting, worth 15c, price .9c 25c English Mercerized Check Suiting, looks like silk, wears better, Sale price 20c Notice This A lot of 25c Poplins, 36-inch bordered Suitings, " 36-inch Linen Suitings, white they last, only. .9c 15c Persian Lawn, Sale price ................10c 25c Printed Voiles, Sale price 13c India Linon. all you want, Sale price .5c 15c White Goods, Swisses, Dimities and Fancy White Goods, Sale price 9c 25c Woven Marquisette, Sale price 10c Our entire line of 25c Mercerized Foulards, good patterns, fast colors, Sale price 13c A small lot of 36 inch Wash Goods, white grounds, small, dots, Sale price ,5c Beautiful line of 5c Lawns go into this Sale.

Underwear Bargains Odd lot of Misses' Vests, Pants and Union Suits, values up to 25c, Sale price 7c, or 4 for 25c Odd lot of Ladies' Pants, worth 25c, Sale price ....2 for 25c Ladies' 10c Vests for 5c Lot of Ladies' Fine Trimmed Gowns, Skirts, Corset Covers and Drawers, Sale price . . . ..69c A better lot. $1.00 and $1.25 values, Sale price . .89c 50c Corset Covers, sale price . .25c Ribbon Clearance ... Lot of Plain and Fancy Ribbons, Nos. 100 and 150, not a piece in the entire collection worth less than 25c: many worth 35c a yard, Sale price. .17c

Remember that one dollar will do practically the service of two at our store during July LEE IB. NUS1MIUM (DMMDPANY

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