Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 44, Number 324, 29 October 1919 — Page 2

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THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM. WEDNESDAY, OCT. 29, 1D19.

GARMENT MARKET LOADED? PRICES MAY BE LOWERED

By WILLIAM R. SANBORN. In an advertisement in the New York Sunday papers an uptown department store states that: "Despite a general impression to the contrary, there is a great amount of over-production in the garment industries. Manufacturers are in many instances glad to unload. One manufacturer, for example, offered us over a thousand dresses at a price." This information may be classed

as "important, if true." It must at least be true in part, as to certain ! lines, or the statement would not be

so boldly made. It is further backed by a large offering of handsomely illustrated coats, frocks and suits "Every Raiment a wonder at its moderate price $25," so the ad tells, and further, that they are offering a world of "really good coats, suits and dresses at prices that would have seemed impossible a few weeks ago." In contrast with the statements of this advertiser, we may quote the New York Sunday Times, as follows: "An increased spirit of disquiet, due to the numberless strikes and other labor disturbances, is manifesting itself in many lines of business at present. Tho tying up of imports and exports is of itself a serious drawback to trade, and the hundreds of thousands of idle workers are another element which bodes no good to future merchandising. As against this is the feeling that labor troubles have about passed their peak, and that more stable conditions are in 6ight, with, however, one notable obstacle yet ahead." Here the editor refers to the threatened miners' strike. Prices Tending Upward. The following editorial quotation is apparently in line with the statements of the advertiser, but mark the following, which is in a different vein: "But despite what has taken place and what may possibly be in store, prices show no signs of recession. Ln a number of instances, in fact, the trend is still upward. Now that legislation against profiteering in articles of wear has been enacted, a show of activity in this direction may bo expected. A little slowness in retail morchandisng in certain linrs has been attributed to the weather, rather than to prices asked. But it is noticeable that when price concessions are made, or bargain sales gotten up, the response of the public is quite marked. What significance there is in this can only bo determined later on." Of Interest to Women. It Is understood that the government has obtained figures a3 to the cost of manufacture and expense of distribution in the ready-to-wear trades ar. 1 this offers a partial explanation of the "unloading" here and there of cloaks and suits. Further than this a movement has begun under the auspices of the Attorney General's committee against extravagance in the cost of dress, and an organized effort, with the aid of speakers and the co-operation of women's clubs, will be made to inculcate thrift in this direction. If a really serious effort is made to this end. the outcome will be watched with broad interest. In recalling the compulsory saving In apparel during war days we remember that the government set limitations as to the manufacture of fabric, and even as to the styles, height and the colors of the leather in women's shoes. With removal of restrictions came the natural rebound, and with the plethora of money in circulation many erstwhile thrifty home-makers began a riot of comparative extravagance, previously unknown in our national experience. There was, in consequence, an unnatural inflation of prices, much beyond all reasonable expectancy after allowing for added cost of material and labor. This was the one great incentive to adding extraordinary profits and to a fever of retail buying, finally regardless of price, it would now appear. Who is Responsible? The charge of undue extravagance in dress is laid at the doors of our "Middle Class" homos. The. highly paid mechanic, the steel worker, the coal miner, the railway engineer and many others in the transportation service, have been making more money than ever before. Admittedly, too, they have needed more money than heretofore. We all have for that mattr. But it Is evident that people of limited fixed incomes, already have every incentive to economize, while many who are well to do must be economical because of the high tax on incomes. Briefly, the idea of the government seems to be that the prosperous mass of our citizens have been careless of their coin, and that there has been much wrists of money and endless profiteering, because of that attitude. War-day wage and war-time profIts still rule in mill and factory and

store. We are all running business on high, or generally so. That Mr. Palmer's committee will be able to direct or limit the women of this country as to their expenditure for dress does not appear reasonable, though many will take heed and benefit. Be this as it may the presentation by the committee of the facts as to costs and profits should automatically result in a curbing of the manufacturer's desire to get all the money the retailer can be induced to pay, also to reduce all profits on expensive trifles to a pre-war level. Price of Clothing. The price of winter clothing is now established. The $100 ready-to-wear suit and overcoat Is the newest arrival, but surely not the most welcomed. We are warned by some pessimists that those who are inclined to balk at ruling prices for really good clothing should watch their step and beware of the coming spring advances. Albeit, the imported cloth, fur-trimmed $200 overcoat will not be requisite to good form, nor will the $850 fur overcoats now being advertised, interest good dressers, along in May. Taking the optimistic view let us consider fabric production. The mill3 have prolonged the fall season and increased their output. This may result in a surplus of woolens at end of tlje s-eason and liavo some effect on prices. Clothing operations for the spring season are getting underway, and the sentimont of the trade may be said to be "bullish." Manufacturers are inclined to ask more money, but there i grave concern in conservative circles as to what may happen when consumers are confronted with the "peak of prices," most of us being hopeful that the top had already been reached. Certain it is that a very large class of our people have not benefitted by the numerous wage increases, proportionately to the II. C. I This applying to clerks in general, to office help and to the professional man, either in educational or other circles. Any further advance in men's wear will assuredly reduce consumption to a large extent, it would seem, and this In turn would allow stocks to accumulate, and ultimately demoralize th-i prices before the next fall season comes round. It is the fear of Just this possibility which causes manufacturers to hesitate and ponder, and is also the problem of our friend, the retail clothier. Per contra there are many who face tho future with tho assurance that the demand will take care of the entire supply, and that while there may be panicky, or temporary dips ln mid-season, that each decline will be followed by reactions to still higher levels. In the meanwhile the prudent will take care of such clothes a3 they may fortunately possess, even to the point of following the illustrious packer, who turns 'em inside out. regardless cf where the buttons may thus appear.

At 230 South Thirteenth street. At 444 South Fourteenth street. Mr. Mote, 2303 North E street. Rev. Truman Kenworthy, leader. Mrs. J. Lloyd, 31 North Fifth street.

Copenhagen has the largest inclosed deer park of any city in the world, about 4,200 acres.

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Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Piehl at their home on South Eighth street. Circle one of First Methodist church will meet tomorrow afternoon at tho home of Mrs. Leroy Nichols, 774 National road west. All members are urged to come prepared to sew. Tag Day to receive contributions for the support of the fatherless children of France, will be observed here Saturday. Sixty high school girls will be stationed at booths on Main street to receive donations. The degree team of Eden Rebekah lodge will meet in the I. O. O. F. hall at 7:30 o'clock tomorrow evening. All members are urged to be present as plans will be made for attending the county meeting at Milton, November 4. Mr. and Mrs. Matt Kuhlenbeck were pleasantly surprised last evening at their home on North Eighteenth street by a party of friends who came masked. Cards was played during the evening, the favors going to Mrs. Theresa Allinder. Mrs. Viola Moore, Mary Hanner and Anthony Stollo. Late in the evening a three courso luncheon was served, covers laid for Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hanner, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hodapp, Mr. and Mrs. Wililam Mercurio, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Stolle, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Steveson, Mrs. Theresa Allinder. Miss Mayme Nevers, James Sharits, Mr. and Mrs. Kuhlendick and Masters Clayton Firth and Arthur Stolle.

Prayer Meet Service Places Announced

Union cottage prayer meetings will be held at the following places Wednesday evening at 7:30: Mr. and Mrs. Eartel, 16 South Sixteenth street. Mrs. George M. Worley, 416 North Fifteenth street. Mrs. Rethmeyer, 355 Richmond avenue, Mr. T. A. Fishback, leader. Mrs. Beckett, 526 Pearl street, Mrs. J. C. Mullen, leader. Mr. Waldo Lacey, 1517 North A street, Charles Rowland, loader. Mrs. Starte, Northwest Fifth street, Mr. Culbertson, leader. Mrs. Baldwin, Charles street, Mrs. Ryan, leader. Mrs. Coulter, Grant street, Mrs. Stawnaker, leader. Mr. and Mrs. Haisley, 313 Pearl street, Mrs. Robert Wilson, leader. Mrs. William Eloff, Sll South Ninth street, Mrs. C. C. Huddleston, leader. Rev. and Mrs. Bunyan, 32 North Twelfth street. Mrs. James, leader. Mrs. Davis, 100 South Twelfth street.

Catarrhal Deafness ; May Be Overcome

If you have Catarrhal Deafness or head and ear noises or are growing even just a little hard of hearing go to your druggist and get 1 ounce of Parmint (double strength,, and add to it 3 i pint of hot water and a little granulated sugar. Take one tablespoonful four times a day. This will often bring quick relief from the distressing head noises. Clogged nostrils should open, breathing become ea.sy and the mucus stop dropping into the- throat. It is easy to prepare, costs little, and is pleasant to take. Anyone who has Catarrhal Deafness or head noises should give this prescription a trial. Adv.

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Miss Mary Henke, formerly of this, city, has landed in England, according : to word received today. Miss Henke i

Is now located in London where she will do newspaper work and later will visit parts of England, France and other European countries. Miss Elizabeth and Miss Naomi Shutz entertained a party of friends at a Halloween party last evening at their home on the Gaar road. The evening was spent in games and danc

ing, music by the Anderson Jazz band, j The house was decorated in Hallow-1 een decorations of black and gold and all the guests came in masquerade j costumes. Prizes for the best costumes went to Mis3 Nellie Hockett' and Wilbur Dickinson. Luncheon was served during the evening, covers laid for Miss Emma Schultz, Miss Ethel Floye, Miss Mary Fields, Miss Clara Shultz, Miss Rachael McConaha, Miss Bertha Heckman, Miss Ruby Yealing, Miss Wanda Dubbs, Miss May Hockett, Miss Hilda Garrett, Mi.Naomi Shultz, Miss Elizabeth Shut Thomas Tracey, Keith Markley, Elwood Shutz, Clem Turner, Earl Baldwin, Paul Sharp, William Connor, Theodore Garrett, Thurman Mattix, Wilbur Dickinson, Robert Kehlc-n-brink, Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Eals and Mr. and Mrs. William Shutz. ;

bus will give their annual Halloween dance tomorrow evening la their club rooms. Halloween decorations will be used and refreshments will be served. The dance will be given following the regular Thursday evening class. Kolp's orchestra will play for the dance. Among the many pretty Halloween parties was the one given by Elizabeth Turner at her home Monday night for the members of the Victory Club. The guests came masked and the evening was spent in playiug games. The house was decorated In Halloween colors and the dining room was very attractively decorated. The favors were small baskets filled with candy corn and each guest's name was printed in gold on place cards tied with yellow ribbon. The guests were Lois Johannlng. Ogden Shelton, Ger-

The Ladies of the G. A. R. will meet this evening at 7:30 o'clock in the post rooms instead of last night as was announced. All women are urged to be present as the county inspector will attend the meetingg. Members of the Knights of Colum-

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and Pauline Turner Mr. and Mrs. Ephraim Bucher lefblast evening for Oklahoma where they will reside.

Miss Helen Mikesell was hostess at her home on Sheridan street at a pretty Halloween party last evening. Large shocks of corn and pumpkin faces were used in profusion about the house and the color scheme of gold and black everywhere was predominant. The guests were masked in costumes of all kinds. A two-course luncheon was served, followed by a marshmallow toast. The guests were: Carolyn Muegel, Elizabeth McLear, Irma Moss, Leola Sanderson, Florence Maine?, Sella Fisher, Mary Wilson, Mafie Stoops, Edna Klinger, Charlotte Lamb, Agnes Mullen. Genevieve Snyder, and Katherine Weimer. Mrs. Chandler Williams of South Fourteenth street has returned from New York city where she was the guest of her daughter, Miss Mary McConologue.

Rub this soothing, penetrating liniment right into the sore, inflamr-d nerves, and like magic neuralgia disappears. "St. Jacobs Liniment" conquers pain. It is a harmless "neuralgia relief" which does not burn or discolor the skin. Don't suffer! It's so needless. Got a small trial bottle from any drug store and gently rub the "aching nerves" and in just a moment you will be absolutely free from pain and suffering. No difference whether your pain or neuralgia is in the face, head or any part of the body, you get instant relief with this old-time, honest pain destroyer it can not injure. Adv.

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