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THE RICHMOND PALLADITJ3I AND SUX-TELEGRAM,' WEDN&ESD AY, OCTOBER 11, 1911. page eight;

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DISHONESTY GIVEN AS THE CAUSE FOR HIGH LIVING COST

Isidor Wulfson, Indianapolis Inspector of Weights and Measures, Says "Patronize Honest Dealers."

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gain by skilful treatment and skillful services performed, so that hones) y is

as old as buslneHH is oldeand honesty

Hies back and beyond all commercial ventures. Honenty is the talisman in every religion the world ever knew. "Honesty Is the touch stone upon which the Mohammedan builds his altars to worship Allah. Honesty is the .basic principal of the Huddist; honesty Is the principal moral characteristic of 'the followers of Confucius. An Indian even would rather have his head severed than to break his agreement and what other nations have found absolutely necessary for their moral, their 'financial and their commercial prog-

dealers, milk dealers and manufacturers and shippers and packers of commodities will undcr-sell honest business men in order to gain the trade and In order to make up for the cut prices which they use as a club to beat down the market; they adulterate their products and sell them at short weights. Cause of High Living. This dishonest competition by means of short weights and losses by an injurious adulteration constitutes one of the real factors in the high cost of liv-

known, honest dealers, by showing your discrimination in buying of the men who deals fairly with you. Youj will not only be assured of getting j full weight yourself but you will be ; branded the dishonest merchant be-, fore the public as unworthy of trade. J Use The Big Stick. j "Second: This is a club that can be used at all times and by everyone and j if used rightly, it will not be long be-j fore that merchant finding his trade j leaving him.will throw away his dis-;

honest scales and give full weight in

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ing by way of illustration, suppose a(oroer to retain me cuuuui house-wife is short-weighted one peck : customers. on a barrel of potatoes, four ounces on Value of Bureau.

a pound of butter, half pint in a quart j "Third: Fery municipality where j

of milk, a pint in two quarts of vinegar , there is a market place or where there i and this will about fill her market bas-; is a necessity for action should have: ket and you w ill notice that she has ' established a weight and measure bu-1 been cheated out of 25 per cent, of reau with an efficient officer in charge) the money value of her purchases andjof the bureau, and just as important, j multiply this one market basket by , ample authority to act. There is only

.(five thousand in your city and you one way to stop this systematic dis-

have increased the direct cost of liv-: honest dealing is by putting on its

lng by 25 per cent. j trail a systematic organization to stop "Dishonest competition in other jit. Unorganized effort cannot succeed words steals the trade from the mouth ! against organized wrong and an organof labor and the milk from the lips of ijzed, efficient bureau in your city will

the little babe; it tears the shawl from the laboring man's wife and puts paper in the soles of the shoes of the taller where good leather ought to be. "Dishonest, competition is at the root of all commercial favors and like a leach hangs on to a commodity from

work a wonderful change. Power of the Press. "Fourth: In this connection, I wish to call your attention to the most powerful weapon against dishonest deal

ing and that is the active, continuous ! assistance of the public press of your

1 tl W OiaiV II Will I 1ITT I Hil. 1 L .1 . , , i t ... i j uicity, the editorial pen can wipe out over tne counter of the dealer in the! .... . , . . ,. . ,. , !this wrong in thirty days, and put

ress is a hundred fold more necessary ni'"'l " "r " these thieves to flight by exposure I! 7u ! , mortgage on progress and the sooner, imt,a qh m.

this country today.

"Dishonesty deposed Kings; overturned Empires; trailed the flags of ; nations in the dust. Dishonest competition has stained the page of every ; great period in the world's history and government and business and nations, as well as individuals must observe I this universal law of honest dealing, Kr suffer the same inevitable results fas follows the laws of gravitation. Need For Square Deal. "So that In America we start with ;the fundamental proposition that in order that everybody may have an equal chance to succeed there must :be a square deal for all concerned. i.The manufacturer who has dishonest mployes suffers not alone the reI suits of theft, his loss in the factory jimist be made "r by the sale of his I goods and the consumer and the public foot the bills of those who steal tfrom the manufacturer. "The banker who loans money to dishonest Individuals goes to the wall, land in a desperate effort to retrench ! himself he makes questionable loans 'with the hope of recouping his losses, (receivership, insolvency and thousands tof depositors who have placed faith in

the bank lose their all, so that the dis

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the public pays off and satisfies the . .. , iK. i , ,,. . j,0, play write-ups of this grievous wrong. mortgage the sooner will the honest . , . , . . , . . , t I have no doubt upon knowing the business world achieve that meaiure in tWg of success it so just y deserved. e w,n ,pnd eyery ajd Welcome Honest Compet.t.on. honest Qfflcer tfaat mjght be

Honest competition is to De neart-

merchant will often have an interesting flow of conversation attracting your attention in such a manner as to lose sight of the fact that 16 ounces make a pound. If the conversation takes place before the purchase you are out 2 ounces, and my advice is always do your talking after you get your goods. Do Your Own Marketing. "Sixth: Do not be ashamed to do your own purchasing, getting goods by messenger or marketing by telephone is a good invitation to the dishonest merchant to short-weight you or overcharge you. Go to market and get the goods yourself the exercise will do you good. The personal purchase reduces the opportunity of the dishonest merchant to the last degree. Take Time to Shop. "Seventh: This is a business transaction, in which you pay for something you order and are entitled to get it.

Do not hesitate for a moment to call

his attention to crooked scales, short weights or bad commodities, always

remember that he is as anxious to sell

as you are to buy and if he knows that

ycu know that he is dishonest and knows that you are watching him, he will be compelled to treat you square, else the man next door will get your trade and be will be without a customer. Eternal vig'lance not only is the price of liberty, but it is the price you have to pay to get a square deal from the dishonest merchant. Another important thing is the dishonest merchant takes advantage not only of you personally but all various little de

tails. For instance, you are In a hurry and want to do an hour's shopping in fifteen minutes, the dishonest merchant never loses this opportunity and you will aid yourself and handicap him if you go to a market, or do your trading with ample time to spare. Instruct the Child. "Eight: Another thing and this is a matter of education and takes time, the public schools should teach the children and the youth of this land the necessity of honest dealing, should teach them the legal manner of selling the buying commodities used in our daily life, the bargaining for the necessities of life should be explained to the child, the method by which short weights are used, the dishonest container should be shown, illustrated lectures would be of great value, for. gentlemen, you must bear in mind that it is publidiy that the dishonest merchant fears. As long as he can play in

the dark with you he Is safe, but turn the search light of public opinion upon him and he will be confounded. "In this connection, I do not desire to criticize the schools, but it does strike me that while we are learning about Abyssinia and the Cannibals of the Malay Peninsula, it might be well, it certainly is more important that we

should teach our children the value of ; money in purchasing the things they j have to wear and eat, a good working j knowledge of how to buy and how to I sell and what we get on the markets j and stores and how to get it is a practical lesson that should be taught in the public school. i "Finally, gentlemen, we must remem

ber that public officials may be competent, that the editorial pen may be ready for use, that the fight may seem to be lost, but that if we can only rally under our banners of that irresistible force called "Public Opinion," the vic

tory will 'be oars; the field will be won, J. and. then, and not until then, will the ?' honest purchaser dealing with an hon-' est dealer secure an honest measure t for the honest dollar he has earned."

ily welcomed. It is the life of trade; it stimulates the circulation of commerce in its every artery and every vein, but dishonest competition is to be shunned and avoided as you would a scourge and a pestilence. "This competition begins with the great trusts and combines and ends with the smallest market stall on the market. The big trusts and manipulators of this country, "gentlemens' " agreements and legal thievery have practically eliminated competition in the fixing of the prices of commodities and by a systematic scheme of rebates and discriminations have robbed the people of millions and millions of dollars. One of the largest trusts in this country, through its president, admitted before congress that by this system of dishonest competition it had obtained rebates from the Pennsylvania Railway alone in nine years of over $13,000,000. In other words, this $13,000,000 that the trust obtained by dishonest competition was paid to the

placed in charge of your bureau.

Watch the Scales. "Fifth: Again, in making your purchases do not allow the oily tongue of the merchant to cause your eyes to lose sight of the scales. The dishonest

honest dealing of an individual effects t by the consumers of its products

'not only the party cheated, but spreads

its baleful Influence over the community. This only serves to teach us anew the old lesson that no man lives to himself alone, "Under the present system of competition in this country and on account of the merging of capital the controlling of prices and on account of the fact that the law of supply and demand is less and less a regulator of prices every day, competition between ' the large and Bmall dealer has become Intense, and, therefore, the dishonest merchant, the dishonest salesman, in 'order to maintain his prestige, his standing, resorts to dishonest means 1 to get the people and place his goods ' upon the market. Reasonable Profits. "AH sellers of commodities are entitled to a reasonable profit upon their I Investment and if the. honest dealer j must stand under the strain of the 1 dishonest competition of his next door neighbor, who Is engaged in the same business, if the dishonest competitor reells a less quantity for the same price.

short weights, or in any way acts dis- j -honest towards the public, then the honest dealer is to that extent in-;

Jured as well as the purchaser and the l general public. This is true in an eco- ) nomlc sense and where the dishonest

competitor resorts to adulteration.

then the public is injured in a two

fold sense, not only In an economic

but a physical or hygienic way. The

dishonest dealer not only cheats his

(competitor, not only cheats the public

out of Its money, but poisons the system of the people who use his foods or his commodities, and it is, therefore gentlemen, to you, not only as dealers 'but as purchasers and as citizens that the question of "The Effects of Dishonest Competition" appeals. ' "Coal dealers, ice dealers or fruit

How then can you blame the small

dealer who fights a desperate battle i

against the trust of this character, in a vain endeavor to regain this faith and secure his share of the market? "The fierceness then of this competition, the absolute dominations of large quantities of capital have resulted in this condition, the buying public is at the mercy of a closed market. That this closed market is controlled" by dishonest competitors and that this

rishonest competition in this market

results in short weights, high prices, adulterated foods, that cheat not only the house-wife but through her the family, and through the family the community at large. What is the Remedy? "Now, gentlemen, having considered the conditions and diagnosed our case, what Is the remedy? "First: Every honest purchaser should as far as possible himself, and through his interest, patronize only

Tells What Saved Her Life. I had tried several remedies but they

did not seem to give man any relief. My doctor said I had kidney and liver trouble which I could nqt believe, as the pain seemed to be in my stomach. At times I had such dreaful pains that I could not move for three or four days and nothing would bring relief. I could not walk and in a short time I lost ten and one half pounds in weight. I also had fainting spells, backache and always that tired and sleepy feeling. A lady friend who appeared to be troubled in the same way as myeslf, recommended- Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root. I procured several bottles and gave it a thorough trial and am glad to say that I am feeling , perfectly well and like a new person. I cheerfully recommend Swamp-Root to all sufferers. I truly believe that SwampRoot saved my life. Gratefully yours, MRS. HENRY My MM, R. F. D., No. 1, Box 49, Lowell, Ind.

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THE AUBRY SISTERS' WONDERFUL PREPARATIONS The Aubry Sisters have, with the aid of expert chemists, compounded toilet preparations of a high order of superiority. THE AUBRY SISTERS' BEAUTIFIER is a delightful perfumed preparation designed to take the place of powder. Unlike powder, the Beautifier cannot "blow off," nor does it give the undesirable "powdered look!" Price this week, per Jar, 75c 50c and 25c Just to remind you we sell Chest Protectors, Wild Cherry and Horehound Cough Drops, headquarters for Cyko and Ansco famous Films, Cameras, printing paper and photographic supplies. Steins' theatrical make-up, Dental Depot, Penslar Remedy agents, Money Orders, Green Trading Stamps, Thermos Bottles. "If it's filled at Conkey's It's right."

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Prove What Swamp-Root Will Do For You Send to Dr. Kilmer & Co., Binghamton. N. Y.. for a sample bottle. It will

convince anyone. You will also receive a booklet of valuable information, telling all .about the kidneys and bladder. When writing, be sure and mention theDaily Palladium. Regular fifty-cent and one-dollar size bottles for sale at all drug stores.

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Beautiful 25c size Whitman Fern

Plants in pots for 10 cents, Saturday only, at THE FLOWER SHOP. 1015 Main Street.

POST CARD COUPON Clip this coupon and bring it to one of the Qulgley Drug Stores with 10 cents and receive one set of 25 colored view Post Cards of Richmond. By mail 3c extra tor postage.

HOME MADE BREAD Received Daily Both whole wheat and white H. G. HADLEY

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OUR RESPONSIBILITY DOES NOT END WITH THE SALE OF THIS STOVE. IT CONTINUES UNTIL IT GIVES THE SERVICE THAT IT WAS INTENDED TO GIVE.

Do you not suppose that this policy, backed equally by us and by the makers of Jewel Stoves has had something to do with the large number of these Ranges now in use? $1.00 per week will pay for a Jewel Stove.

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The lasts on which they are made are the product of years of experience and careful study. The styles in which they are made are the result of months of trials and experience. The leathers from which they are made are the softest, smoothest, finest which can be procured. . The soles are made of flexible, durable leather, firm enough to retain the form of the shoe, yet soft enough to insure comfort. Trim, graceful and exquisitely dainty, with style and beauty in every line, they are in every sense superior shoes. We carry them in exclusive styles and shapes. Gun metal calf with high top and wing tip at $3 and $4. In patent colt and button, "Stage" last, 16 buttons high, at $3 to $4. In black suede calf skin with high top at $4 and $5. In patent tip button or lace in low or high heel at $2 to $3.50. Feltman's Shoes are strictly quality shoes. They sell in competition with custom made shoes everywhere, but they only cost $3 and $4. FeDflmnisiim9 SBnoe Store 724 Main SL

We recommend a close perusal of these offerings. Some Interesting store news will be found In this space for those who want the right kind of merchandise at the right kind of prices. LADIES' TAILORED SHIRT WAIST Pretty Emb. Llnene and all

pure linen materials, emb'd fronts and side, frill effects, highly tailored, only $1.00 CHILDREN'S FALL WEIGHT COATS One lot of Children's Fall School Coats, pretty materials, mostly red, navy and cadet shades; sizes 8 to 16.years, worth $3.50 to $10.00. Tomorrow and while they last. These go at yz price.

-SPLENDID HOSIERY VALUES

LADIES' $1.00 SILK HOSE in Black and Tan Colors, high spliced heel, double sole and toe, per pair only MEN'S EOc ALL SILK HOSE in Black only, double heel and toe, Special, per pair 25c CHILDREN'S FLEECED UNION SUITS Fine fleeced, good quality Egyptian Ribbed Union Suits, Special 25c LADIES' FLEECED UNDERWEAR Ladies' Vests and Pants,

Splendid fleeced, extra quality, Egyptian ribbed, Special 25c COTTON BLANKETS, EXCEPTIONAL VALUES Cotton Blankets in special sizes and qualities, the best values we have ever shown. Extra size Blankets at $1.00 pair, white, tan, gray. $2.00 values at only $1.50 pair, white, tan gray. Pretty Cotton Plaid Blankets at $1.00 and $1.50 pair.

DR. DENTON'S Sleeping Garments For Children They thoroughly protect children from the cold. Ordinary bed coverings are kicked loose and thrown off in spite of every precaution. The Dr. Denton sleeping garments completely cover little ones and prevent the chilling of the body and limbs so easy during the night hours when the circulation is low. Ask to see them. PRICE(l50c

SILK SCARFS Ladies' $1.00 Fancy Silk Scarfs, pretty floral designs Ejgc COAT FRILLS Lace and Emb. Trimmed Coat Frills, values worth up to 75c, Prices only .-25 & 50c TAFFETA RIBBONS Fine 25c wide Taffeta Ribbons, all colors, Special, per yard "19c

FALL STYLES PERCALES 75 pieces 15c Quadrigo Percales, light and dark colorings, Per yard only 12c LADIES' AND MISSES' GLOVES Special Washable Chamois Suede Gloves in all colors, Special, only ". 25c ELMO SISTERS'. TOILET AIDS TO BEAUTY Demonstration in our Toilet Goods Section all this week.

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HERE'S AN INVESTMENT that yields excellent returns in steadily increasing value and in the pleasure of possession OUR DIAMONDS. Special for This Week. For one week we offer three exceptional bargains in fine stones from 1 to m carats each. Step in and see them and get our confidential prices on these. Also some nice halt carats at very alluring prices. Written guarantee given with every stone if desired. RATLIFF, the Jeweler 12 NORTH TH 8T.

In the Soup as a substantial addition, nothing excels our Richmond Butter Cracker. It is a hard butter cracker, small In shape, thin, and has taste and crispness that has never yet been equalled. TO BE HAD AT ANY GROCER'S. Made only by THE RICHMOND BAKING CO.

Special Sale RUDDER GLOVES Only 25 cts a Pdr These are certainly Fine Value for the money. While they last, only TWENTY-FIVE CENTS. W.H. Ross Brno ;. Co. 804 MAIN STREET

MR. FARMER: You complain that nowadays you do not get a SMELL for your money. Buy TANKAGE, (60 Protein) and you will get plenty of snell and Better, Healthier, and Fatter Hogs. 60 TANKAGE 60 I Got 'Em Oracr G. Whelan FEE 3 AND SEED STONE Phone 1679 33 So. a St

Delinquent Taxes : Do not let your taxes go delinquent because you are temporarily short of cash. If you do not knew how to raise the money to meet these obligations, come to us; we will aid you. We do a very extensive business because of our equitable methods; we give your application our prompt attention. We loan en Furniture, pianos, teams, etc., and leave same in your possession. $1.20 pays off a $50 loan In SO weeks. Other amounts in proporticn. If in need of money and cannot call at the office. Phone 1545, or send in the blank below.

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