South Bend News-Times, Volume 34, Number 5, South Bend, St. Joseph County, 5 January 1917 — Page 2

THE S0U1H BEND NEWS-TIMES

ONE HURT AS AUTO SKIDS INTO TRAIN

Notre Dame News

Charles Flagle Sustains Broken Leg, But Three Companions Are Uninjured.

Charit F'l.ml-. w-.Hs

Slicrm.-in utaiii-l ;i 1 r k n e l

iwt thi - lumi'Jii.ii'iis :i ;-l uitstrati h'l hru an n - i t r i n i 1 i;i which they wt-rc rilling. .knlill into a ;ran;l Trunk train l.ftwf-en I'inc st. anl "hapin t. on I i v i.-i on st.. Thurlny iiisjht a'ont ' ' lo k. The machine w.i ijnir.u -ast on i'iirion ft., ami wh'-n it arrived at Luirl !"t.. t!if train which was m',v.ti st lre er,t( (I tin-in from takthe risjht si!' of th- street. As t up nt flown t li - straft th mahint skidilt-d and tht were thrown iiziiinst the trail?. I'lagle'n companion.- -r:i jf 1 without injury and their nanus w-r- not learned hv the police, who took I-'lafjIe to I'puorth hospital in the patrol aiphiilan' , w here Ir. T. A. ' Inev attended him.

Thp regular quarterly conference of the pri-t f the congregation of Holy 'ioss was ht-M in the Holy 'ros seminary chapter room Thursday mornir.fr.

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Saturday morning the feast of tlie Mpiphan. tii- -onferrimc of the cassock and the giving of the hahits will take place hi St. Joseph' Novitiate .it th university. The servie.will he held in the chapel of the huildini; and i.e'in at nine o'clock. IJev. William Connor, the novice master, will he in charge. HukIi o'I'onnell will receive the cassock of the prie.-ts of Holy Cross and 13 youriK men will receive the hait of the hrothers of Holy Cross

Cla s in all of the departments will resume at no en Friday after the two weeks Christmas recess. Ther will he no more stops in the schedule until the Kaster vacation.

CIVIC CLUB ACTIVITIES

Friday I "cniirjr. Men's Athletic rluh will meet at the Sample Community center this evening- at 7 :'.)( o'clock. Volley hall and hasket hall Karnes. Horse committee in charge of J. Kajzer.

Meeting at the Kaley school of the Hoys of Indiana rluh. Athletic contests under the direction of Ii. Woods. Heading rooms and hath open until o'cloc k. House com mittee in charge of H. V. Stewart.

An Interesting program for the regular hi-monthly meeting of the 1'erley Civic club, which was to have been presented Dec. 1.", 1M6, wil! he carried out at 7 : 5 o'clock this evening at the school. F.rnest Peach will make an address upon Observation in New Zealand." followed by community singing, a piano .solo by Miss flladys Moyer and a recitation by Mrs. Iallian Stanley. Social hour follows a short business session. Athletic Kames directed by Miss Irene Thompson. No hlldren admitted unless accompanied by parents.

Kegular business meeting of the Colfax Civic club tonight at 7:45 o'clock. Important business, followed by a program and social hour. No hlldren admitted unless accompanied by parents.

HIGH SCHOOL NOTES

The monthv meeting of the Science and Mathematics club was held Thursday afternoon in the physics laboratory. Several electrical experiments were demonstrated. More than 'JO men turned out Thursday afternoon for the reorganizing of the Debating club, lib-hard White, former president, was appointed temporary chairman. Haymond Smith, Louis Hruggner and I"recl Ueuchner were appointed to draw up a new constitution. K. D. Flynn wus re-elected to the club sponsorship. Two .short plays are to ho preented by the members of the tidanced dramatic art classes on next Tuesday afternoon in our little theater. The cast is being coached by Miss Ciena Thompson. A prize essay contest offered by t lie American School r'eace league is open to all high school seniors who will write on the subject. "The Influence of the Fnited States in the Adoption of a Plan for Permanent Peace." Prizes amounting to $7 3, $30 and $23 will be given for the best essays, the contest to close March 1. The collection of paper that is to be made by the Fnglish department has been postponed until Tuesday, Jan. The convass of the students furnishing paper has Ifen completed and the materials collected will be taken to the high school and then sold, to the department hoping to realize from the sale enough money to purchase a number of vietrola records to be used in class work.

MOTION OVERRULED.

Motion of the defense to have the ?ury return a verdict in its favor in the replein suit of the South Hend Box Co. against the George T. Smith o . was overruled l y Judge Walter A. Funk in circuit court Thursday afternoon. The defense contended that the plaintiff haJ failed to name the proper owners of the ompanr and for that reason had no right to l e in co;:rt. The plaintiff is suing t" recover a number of pulleys said to hae been sold to the defendant .i!,,l to obtain $123 damages.

LINCOLN CIVIC CLUB HEARS SUPT. NUNER

At the res,;. lar M-monthlv meet-i..-r of the L;:k.. in Cnic club Thurs- .!, even:::- ..t .he chool. Cit School S.:pt. I. i'. Nnmer addressed tiu-se present ..n the stiP.'e. t of "The

For two weeks workmen have been repairing the 12 lap dirt track in the Notre Dame gymnasium. The coaches hae been troubled a great deal In the past by the hardness of the track which was caused by the constant stamping which the cadets give the track while drilling. Hopes have been arranged around the track and the military compmies w'.ll ue the oval space in the future. If present plans are carried out the gymnasium may have a board floor next June to accommodate the various gatherings of the Diamond Jubilee celebration.

OUT FOR CLERK

Will Seek Nomination on Democratic Ticket Held Office Before.

ROTARY CLUB GIVES CIVIC CLUB BILLIARD TABLE

Pleasant Surprise Sprung n Sample SVhool Community IViiicr Adds .Much to Fpilpmciit.

si:i:ks divokci:. Charging that on one occasion her husband threatened to -hoot her, Myrtle Jasicke filed a suit for divorce against Fred Jasicke in superior court Thursday afternoon. She also claims that he frequently beat, kicked and choked her. They were married Sept. 15, 190?, and separated last Tuesday.

Frank S. Itilinski. former cit clerk under the joetz administration. Thursday night announced his candidacy for the nomination for this office on the democ ratic ticket. Itilinski is a young man, years old, and has been a resident of South Bend for 18 years. During his four years of service unci r Mayor Charles Goetz he was capable and efficient and was well liked. Two candidates ere l ow making the race for this oif, Vharles P.. Fisher having declaivd himself in

the running Wednesday. No other

candidates for this office have announced their intentions. Frank J. Bajer. sixth ward worker, and contractor, Thursday signified his intention of entering the aldermanic race on the democratic slate in the sixth ward. Friends urged Mr. Bajer to become a candidate, as he has taken an active part in sixth ward affairs and has also lived in that portion of the city for 22 years. Frank A. Labuzienski, 702 W. Division st.. Thursday afternoon announced his candidacy for the democratic nomination for councilman of the third ward. Mr. labuzienski Is 42 years old, has been a resident of South Bend for 18 years and has lived in the third ward 14 years of that time. He is the proprietor of a saloon.

A hne billiard table was the mysterious tri f t which was presented by the Rotary club to the Sample Civic club at its regular bi-monthly meeting held in the school last evenimr. The nature of the gift had been withheld by the donors in order to provide a pleasant surprise for the cii- organization. The new tahle is most acceptable as it adds much to the club's equipment. Borne C. Stephenson made the presentation speech on behalf of the Kotarians. while Slvester Krzysaniak responded with a speec h of acceptance. Several members of the Botary club who were present rendered a few vocal selections. Community singing was led by Miss Bffie Harmon after which City Judge I,. M. Hammerschmidt made a short talk. A program of athletic events followed a business meeting.

MILK PRICE PUT

UP ID CHAMBER

Farmers to Lay Their Case Before Agriculutral Committee as a Jury.

DEMOCRATS TO NAME CITY COMMITTEE TOMORROW

Try NEWS-TIMES Want Ads

(Jesirgc Sands Said to Be Candidate for Chairman Will Meet at Court Hon.

Democrats of the city will get action for the mayoralty campaign Saturday afternoon when the city committee will meet at the court house for organization purposes. All democrats have been invited to attend the session. Omy one candidate for the city chairmanship has yet loomed up. George Sands is the man who is said to be out for the office. A vice chairman, secretary and treasurer and other officers will he named at the meeting.

An adjustment of the milk scale which will be suitable to both producer and distributor n f y soon be effected throu-'h the agriculture committee of the Chamber of Commerce, according to County Agent John S. Bordner. Thursday afternoon a committee of the producers met and announced themselves willing to lay their side of the milk controversy before a committee of impartial citizens' if the distributors would do likewise. At the meeting of the producers association, which will be held Saturday afternoon, the committee will lay its plan before the members of the association for their consideration and endorsement. It is believed that the" Chamber of Commerce committee which Bordner says is willing to sit as judge in the case will strike a fair average price for milk and that both sides will a;:ree to the decision. The producers say they are willing to let the committee decide the case.

MEAT GOES UP IN SMOKE

Fire in a smoke house in the rear of 1216 V. Washington a v. last nicht at 11:10 o'clock destroyed the entire building and the meat that was in the house. The house was owned by John Xagy and the damage done is estimated at about $30. An overheated lire is supposed to have started the blaze. Hose Co. Xo. 4 responded to the alarm from box No. yt.

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January Clearance Sale of

UGS and CURTAINS

At Great Reductions As a foreword let us mention that almost every weaver in America has advanced prices tor the cmin. season. This tact emphasizes the importance j i i - - . l. . it

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BRUSSELS RUGS ALL SEAMLESS. x t't. at $9.95; 7 - ..xo ft. at $9.75, $12.25; S : x 10 1 ; ft. at $14.95 and $16.50; oxi: ft. at $17.50, $18.95 and $19.75; 11 ,xl2 It. at $21.00, $25.00 and $27.50. EXTRA QUALITY SEAMLESS WILTON VELVETS 27x54 inch at $2.98; .xM't. at $12.25; 7':.1' It. at $17.50 to $21.95; S.xio'. at $25.00 and $28.50; ).x 12 ft. at $21.00 to $31.95. AXMINSTER RUGS. 18x36 in. at $1.25; 27x5 1 in. at $2.19, $2.49, $2.95; 37x60 in. at $2.98, $3.49; x( ft. at $17.50; cS4Xl0i; ft. at $19.75 to $25.00; 0x12 ft. at $21.95 to $32.95. Larger sizes, $33.75 to $55.00. Speci ii lot 9x1 2 ft. at $31.95. GENUINE WILTON RUGS 2 7x54 at $4.95 to $7.75; 36x63 at $G.50 t$11.92; 6x9 ft. at $28.00 to $30.00; S'.xlOL- m $37.25 to $47.00; Vx 1 2 It. at $43.50 to $69.75. Special Note The 0x12 rusrs quoted at SoO.75 arc of the finest quality made and are worth sSo.5t a: the present market value today. Velvet Carpets Suitable for halls, stairs or making extra size rugs with borders to match. Price, per yard made and laid S1.35 yd. Extra heavy ingrain carpet, all wool, 98c yd.

CURTAIN GOODS. Special Lot of FILET NETS AND NOTTINGHAM LACES in white, cream and ecru, 40 and 45 inches wide, smartly reduced for this January Clearance Sale. Prices now rannn? on this lot are 25c, 29c, 35c and 45c a yard.

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Store Opens 8:30 A. A. Closes 5:30 P. M. Saturday Excepted

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A !;" -J-.--. cm rf c.irilir j; the ciir;;cn f tl.- li-hrm-nt of a comin uiily c-ntM ;,t the Lincoln school, foiluw -a I M r. N liner' adcirt ss. letter h c i.il ;,(,;; v. as cnjoyeil. MT.k XlilVMOKi:. The ir.t f Amerua" will le The i i . 1 ' .if . t.ilk .y I'lowl A. I'-ahl at . ri:t:i. nf the Ardmore c ciuir.'wr.it . i .!.!. r at the Anlinore sehen! Krid.iy i.iht. Scveia! other minihers aie Leim; aii.iii;e.l hy the , rok'ram connmuu.

The New Year Brings Another FeatureEvent in This Special Sale of Apron Dresses This sale opens arYording far reaching economies when presenting these splendid collections. at 65c, 75c, 85c, $1.00, $1.15, $1.50, to $1.98 In point of materials and workmanship and style they easily out-distance any we have noted so priced. Specially Priced at 65c, 75c, 85c The Apron Dress of percales with color effects in stripes, tigures and checks are most attractive. Fashioned with the closed skirt, button front and back.

Specially Priced at $1.00 The Apron Dress of wide striped. Percale and Ginghams, made with elastic belts, ottering a waist line close titting with freedom. Specially Priced at $1.25, $1.50, $1.69. The Flertric Dress, the practical with the extended hem, plain or striped Percales and Ginshams. SdmIIv Pnrd t SI. 9ft. The apron drevs with the touch of extra duality, deep white collars and belt, slash style, patch pockets with piping of white. CLEARANCE SALE OF CORSETS AT $1.00. Uroken i7s of Henderson'. Royal Worcester and American 1 adv Double value here if vou can tind the one to tit vou.

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Spring of 1917 Quality First Great purchases in this sale consisting of Odd Pieces of Finest Imported and Domestic Suiting, Cloths that have been discontinued by manufacturers. On account of scarcity of raw materials. The prices are 59c, 89c, $1.00 and $1.75 yard. This is not a job lot of odds and tag ends, but handsome new materials, every yard all wool. Plenty of Navy Blue and Blacks, Greys, Sand Shades, Lavenders, Beautiful Pastel Shades, in 5o-inch all-wool Gaberdines, Handsome Velour Cords, worth S3. 00 yard, at $1.25. 50-inch Navy and Black All-Wool Panamas at $1.00. Fine English Suiting, navy hair-line stripes, Fancy Worsteds, worth S1.50 yard regularly. This sale at $1.00 yard. There is not likely to be another lot of high-grade all-wool Dress Goods offered in the market at such prices as we bought this lot of. We state we have never sold for such low prices such qualities in the history of our merchandising as in this sale.

Pictorial Review Patterns Special Demonstration By Miss J. M. Burke, will be given at our store tomorrow, Saturday, and Monday, Jan. the 8th, of these wonderful patterns. You really ought to meet Miss Burke, who is an expert on style and can show vou how to construct your own dresses. Pattern Dept. Mai n Floor. Come in and See Her. It Will Pay You to Do So.

January Clearance Sale of Boys' Clothing Winter Suits at $3.98, $5.00 Nobby Suits of Wool Mixtures and Serges, Norfolk and pinch back styles, some with two pairs of trousers. Mackinaw Coats at $5.00, $5.95 With storm collars and cuffs and some with skate pockets. Children's Winter Shoes Boys' High Top Shoes at $3.25, $3.75. Pla-Mate Solid Leather Shoes at $2.35, $2.75. Children's 2-Buckle Arctics at $1.35 to $2. Ball Band Rubbers at 50c to 95c.

Notable Clearance Sales in the Children's Store Sharp reductions have been made in ready-to-wear garments for children of all ages. Children's Coats Reduced In this group are garments of Corduroy, formerly sold at S5.00, now selling at $3.75. Coats of Chinchilla, 56.00 values for $4.50, and a few Silk Plushes at $7.50. These are in aes from 2 to 7 years. Girls' Coats Greatly Reduced Of Silk Plush, worth SI 0.00, now $7.50. Chinchilla Coats, worth SI 2.50, now $9.50. Broadcloth and Velvet Coats, worth S16.50, now at $12.50. ANres from 8 to 14.

1500 Pieces of New 1917 Quality First Wash Materials on Sale at Prices Lower Than Ever Remember We are able to offer these goods because of very early buying. Every price is 25' f under manufacturers' prices today. Read, Buy Your Summer Supply. You'll Make a Lot of Money. 150 Pieces of Plain Red Seal Dress Ginghams at 10c yard You surely know this is a lower price than you have bought this quality for. 200 Pieces of 27 inch Woven Tissue Ginghams, Wonderful Qualities and Style at 124c yard And this is just a little better bargain than you ever bought before. 100 Pieces of Woven Madras, Dark Colors and Plain Stripe Shirtings for Boys' Wear 12y2c yd. This will make the youngsters' clothes come within the reach of everybody. 500 Pieces of 36-inch Fast Color Percales, Lights and Darks 12 Vic yd. This makes it possible to have all the House Dresses and Aprons at a price you can afford. Never before have we experienced such buying from our customers. They tind quality merchandise at low prices; that's the reason.

January Clearance of Coats Coats of the Better Kind

Our January Soles df Muslins Sheeting-

yards wide 31eached Pepperel Sheeting 29c yard.

yards wide Colonial Unbleached Sheeting 29c yard.

Yard-wide Full Standard Bleached Muslin 10c yard. 5oo Full Sized Hemmed Crochet Bed Spreads at $1.69.

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V hnvv kfpt rln;ilv brat nf p:c.h new idea of fashion and have been reccnin new garments up until the last lev Ja. This means that in pite of the decide, i reductions now offered, your choice will he made from among garment? in every way desirable. To specialize there are: Wooltev Silt Velour Coats. The qualhv coats always sold at S50.00. The-e are fitere J now a: S3 5.00. Coats tii 'or. Velour. Bn;idtaiK. PMushes and Broadcloths. pllinc usually at S25 00 ar.d 53 5 now marked at SI 5.00 and ST.. 7.5. Mar.;, of these have fur collars and curls; bic a:i warm. Other Coats at $5 and $ I 0 Thee represent coats, the balance ut stock there were formerly priced at Si (. tri S! 75 M w..r,l material- and Corduroy. Coats you can wear now. knowir.i; thai vou will be dressed in this season's svles.

PLEARANPF. SALR OF WINTF.R SUITS. Two season suits now reduced 2 5 per cen:.