South Bend News-Times, Volume 35, Number 4, South Bend, St. Joseph County, 4 January 1918 — Page 2

THE SOUTH BEND NEWS-TIMEi

a r s i t t HAPPENINGS IN AND ABOUT SOUTH BEND

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GARBAGE BILL OVER TOP Bf

VOTE OF 9 TO 1H

Chamber of Commerce Internst Declared to be Camouflage by Pres't Lang Swan Songs Sung.

In voting for the cai oa?p ordinance, which jia.'M-'I th? city council Thursday nisht at its sp'-ci;il mating by a o!f of nine to fine, I'rcs't Ian iclar4 1 that nmuon4 had ai-j-urmtly (ridpavorpii to rainoutIa-;e the members without yuccrs.. Councilman Ila' rty vr-t'-d against the nua.uro ratifying thr. action of the heard of juMic works in tllins th city's Rarbapp to Mayor J. II. .!Hktt. The nino other members r oted solidly for thf ia-sag of thb measure. The vo'r; came following the reading of communication from the Chamber of Commerce asking that farther investigation of the parbaKj robkni he- made, and after Pres't Morris of th" board of puidic works had commented upon the action of the commerce chamber. Mr. Morris .'.aid that at the last in-e!in of the council K. A. Harrows of the United Disposal & Reovcry Co. had appeared before the council with certain proposals, and after thes-j proposals had been read the board of works h'ad expiained them. He pointed out that none of the three propositions oüered by tlie (Mncrn represented t.y Mr. I'urrows v. as as for the city a-? the contract secured by the. board from Mayor Melktt. liiuihts i .? C. Sincerity.

He then rei'rred to the action.

of the Chamber of Commerce in

taking its deep interest in th- gar- ;

bat;e problem. He said that the rtarbage problem had b-en before IWith Itend for years, anil he wantd to know the nason the ('hamper ft Commerce had w.'te 1 so lon to investigate th proMorn. "We hie had many serious jrotlems during the outoin dounistration but not once did the Chamber of Commerce f.ffr to aid u until ji'.st at the eleventh hour." said Mr. Morri - ".-'urn of tlieso pioblems w re far more s.r'i.ms than this Kari'.r-re ontrai t. lut tlo- 'l:rn-b-r of 'ommere r:t". ( r came mar tlie Lard of works with alice or u;:;evtiiO!-. I can refer to tho Mi.-ihawak a av . ia'. in a contract as one of tiU'e i . () ! w, s. "I am ;Ja 1 lle-y a' last realize that city officials mid help, but why should they wait until tho last h.ours of t!) administration to give ti'UM aid." .V i'nimitte-.- reprcsimting itself as coming from the Cham.V '' of C o n . m c e came to the council in regard to the ii'ac- contr;ict, bat did tlo y :;io the ! .ird of works "the ;.üv.i nta;-e ,,f the information it la i rue 1 t" base The comni anicath'-n from the br.uo"ei- of 'oia a 1 a !- e wa-i i ; cpred and p'ai ed on lib- fo!!-wing the

l.Otio'l of l'ii'lü' i!ü!;in li iuerty wl'.oj ir.aste.i that the i o n ' n i a 1 1 1 ra t i o n s-toahl be carefully con.-id red by j the iuf.nl" r of ;!)( ;mril. 1 P j said that tl" t'ha'.'et- of i V.mmc;v' j i a re pre ,-. ;. the- bet i-M-ir. i tb.ocilt ef l i ; c it:.'. Od b,:T n-'tll-. in-.- w a to be an- ! by the 1 i '- I s.i-'e of the nli'M'H e at this meet- ! in:;, lb- i.r'- 1 th.-.r :v b..'.rm ouhlj o( , ur to the . it, by allov. ing the j

IiiCIMIH' ! : . in t'T t-M" to oV tlO'eO months. Iin; s.i- Caraonllag;e.

The l-al a'l was tlo-u ord'T d. i a.r.d wh.e-a h.:-J name was i ailed j i're't Liu;- aid: j "i ha e ci en tbi - matter much j

serio;s co:;id ration, arid I Whew tili-; rn:i;i. i vj-ould p.is the rdi-r.aT.t-e. It i- our prob'em. "c da

not know what Cw raw t ity courril j

will do. I I'lioc h" rorumanication from the Cuatiiber of Commrrec i the ou e of one man who has been tr mg to c im out' age u. I vote f(.r the crdiraru-e." The ote wris .-oca oer and the measure was adopted. Tl.e second ordinar.v-e re-ulatii-.g th. colba-tion of garbaire was then al-o placed upon im a I i;i".;a ar.l p isse I by a vote of ei-hr to two, t'our.cilinan C.oeb'e adding his "r.ay" to tliat of Councilman Ha rtert y. Councilman Coebel siid that he

objected, to th-- ol c-.-e this orilir.ance rculatiu tb;e tratbeia:-: of L-arb.ige. lie d.e l.iicd th.at it is a wcl! known fact ih t tad all of the I

garhat:- in the ity is collected a nl hi- -ca:d th.at vy resident had a rUht to s.-rice. sing swan Smg. After the vote on regulation ordinance was taken, a motion to ndjourn was made but before it could be acted upon I'rest Lang rc?e ami adtlresed a few words to the retiring members of the body. He txpre-s-a! his trratir1 cation at having teen elected. twae presidtnt of th council. We have all done th" best w could," he .said. "I Relieve we all have the ri.-ht to adopt the slogan o that soath TVnd youth in France vhn he t'.r-d. the br5t shot for liberty, 'I'm from S-uth Fend. Ind.. nnd proud of it. He told of a num-

by the outgoing council, and then again thanked the members fur work during the pu.ct four years. Mayor Keller then rose and thanked the council for its cooperation during the four years of their administration. "It has been a great source of

j satisfaction to work with this coun

cil, said tr.e mayor. We have

.ad many complex problems to deal

with during the past four years.

and the council never once turned

down a measure that was for the ?ood of the city." He spoke of the cooperation between the council and the city di partments, and closed by ngain thanking the council for its past cooperation with him. Pres't Morris of the board of v. ork.a thnnked the council for its cooperation with the board. did City Clerk Uostiser. Councilman HagTty ciid that he wanted to withdraw any remark made in the hat of argument that might have hurt the feelings of anyone. Councilmen Coebel, Miller, Walker, Thompson, Feifert, Hag'-y, P.uechner and iMiszynski made similar talks. Scsohfrt Closrs Obvequlo. City Atty. Seebirt closed the farewell talks. He said that he had always advised th council on the law only and had never attempted

to influence the members in any other way. He said that while the outgoing administration had often been severely criticised, never once in the four years of the administration had a charge of graft, misfeasance or malfeasance In office been heard against any member of the council or any other city official. Fo ended the last session of the outmj.'ng city council. The ne council meets automatically next Monday night.

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GROTTO ELECTS OFFICERS

IGE UNITY HERE

iState and National Organizers

Tell Local Men to Forget Jealousies.

Avalon grotto. No. 4S, of the mystic order of veiled prophets, held an election of officers Thursday night at the Masonic temple club rooms. The following were elected: J. D. Farnaman. monarch: Peter F. Ahrens, chief justice; John F. DeHaven, master of ceremonies; It. II. Slinger, treasurer; D. C. Raymond, secretary; Dr. H. K. Vitou, K. J. 1 laybuck and Don MacGregor, trustees.

See the announcement of arkable sale of children's on page eijrht of this paper, brothers. Adv.

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At the mass meeting of the union and non-unio". men at Dabor temple Thursday night, the principal speakers of the evening were E. II. Metz, local organizer of the carpenters; Charles Fox. president of the Indiana Federation of Iabor. and John Scannell, organizer of the boot and shoe workers. After a short talk on the need of organization, Mi Metz introduced John Scannell, an organiser whose activities have extended throughout the country. Mr. Scannell spoke upon the local condition of organized labor, the reasons for its weak con-

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en the weak points. He appealed to those present to appoint themselves as committees of one to work to the furthering of the interests of organized labor. Each man, he said, should act as missionary to the cause, working for added membership and loyalty from those already members. Mr. Scannell compared the local situation to a ship that in time took on barnacles and when the time for cleaning came some of the good plank were struck and the ship later sunk. The good planks, he said, were the good members who become discouraged and finally drop out of the fight, which so weakened the local trade unions that they came to their present obscure position. Hig OpjKirtunlty Xow. He urjred the unions to forget their petty jealousies and to cement themselves into a solid, compact body to see that labor receives its rights from the employer. "The present," said Mr. Scannell, "is labor's opportunity to establish itself so firmly in the eyes of the government by supporting it in this great struggle that the need and good of organized labor will be forever recognized." In closing, Mr.

arise with patriotism and reap the reward when the war is over. A hört description of the work of the Indiana council of defer.se was then given by Mr. Fox. Mr. Metz then called upon the different members of the trade unions, who -jave reports upon the work done by their own particular organizations and the plans they intended following out to promote interest and strer.cth to organized labor.

NEW BOARD LEARNS ROPES

Scannell expresd the hope that, on his return to South Hend, he would find the bullc"Ing trades working with 100 percent affiliation with all of the trades. Pres't Fox of the Indiana Federation of Labor explained his position as a worker to advance the interests of the toiler of Indiana and that his efforts, to meet with success, must be backed by the help of every individual and trade union. From ail appearances, he said. labor unions in South Iiend are "all shot" and that the reason for such a state of affairs is the lack of unity in the workers together with jealousy and the fear that one would get more out of the organization than the other. There is no apparent reason, h said, why there should not he a splendid organization in this city, if only the proper etTort and feeling were put forth. Mr. Fox continued with an explanation of organized labor's present position in regards to what he called its "golden opportunity." The opportunity not being to take advantage of the government while it is en paired in the war, but to lend every energy to the government and

to show absolute sincerity, to meet I attend the meeting was accepted by every condition and necessity that' the new board.

ASKS FOR DIVORCE ON GROUNDS OF DESERTIO,'.

Fred Ct. I -sor.i i has applied ta the superior court for divorce from Martha M. Des-or.ia, wh m hcharges deserted him last Deremh r.

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Members . the imomin' board of public works met with the members of the outgoing board Thursday night and went oer with the old board some of the duties of the department. Matters pertaining to the work of the board were discussed for an hour before the special meeting of the city council convened. The new board of safety will meet with the old board at the last regular meeting of that body this morning. The invitation extended by the outgoing conimissionerf. to

r.nr.g him tbat

she did not are live with horn any longer ar. l th.at he was pr.. -ile-ed to uet a divotee. Th plairiti.T declares that his wife drew 5 0 ? 0 of his Havings from the bank in October. 1916, unbeknvATi to him and left for parts unknown to him at the time, but that he bnaliy located her and induced her to return home He also charges that she frequently called him vile names and struck him. The couple was married April 2 7, IS 11, and have no children.

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The regular we kly the school board was

meeting o' held at th.

Jefferson school Thursday night, short busin ss srssion ompb ted evening's work. Next week meeting v, ill be held on Tees nipht. the regular meeting time the week.

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of important measures passed

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January Clearance Sale of Men's Fine Dress Shirts Hundreds are taking advantage of this wonderful sale, knowing the cost of materials makes these great values offered most inviting. Tomorrow, $1.25, $150 Values at 98c Also see the great S1.50 and S 1.75 values at $1.29. Colton Union Suits, $1.69 values, at $1.25. Mixed Wool Unions, $2.50 values, at $1.95. Men's Cotton Hose, all colors, special at 15c.

The Greatest "Quaity First" Knitting Yarns 3rd Floor

Robertson Brohrs Company

Business Hours:

8:3o to 5:30 Saturday 9:30.

50c and 65c Shirtings Now Selling at 25c

Clearance Sale of Millinery Do you want to make a good investment? Come buy one of the handsome Black Silk Velvet Hats that we are selling at $3.95, $5.00 and $7.50. They sold for just double the price early in the season.

AmoskeaoOnting Flannel Gowns at $1.25 We just closed out a very splendid lot of Flannelette Gowns from one of New England's best manufacturers. Very high grade garments and exceptionally good values for $1.25.

January Clearance of Boys' Suits, Overcoats, Mackinaws Tomorrow a special reduction of 10 per cent will be given on all Boys' Suits and Overcoats. January Clearance of Children's Coats and Dresses A general reduction on all Winter Coats and Wool Dresses of 2 5 So. Knit Hoods and Scarfs General clearance of splendid all-wool garments.

Our January Clearance of All

Ready-to-Wear Garments is now at its Best. Every Garment has been reduced. Every garment is a quality First Garment. Many Fur Trimmed.

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Handsome Coats Reduced for Quick Clearance Coats of all wool Velours, Broadcloths, Kerseys and Silk Plushes, Silk Velours, $1 0, $12.50,$! 5, $1 8.50, $25,$35 Handsome Velour and Bolivia Coats at $35, $39.75, $42.50.

Suits:

All Winter Suits at Price If you knew the future prices you will be asked for wool materials next fall, you would realize what a splendid investment you would make by buying one of these suits.

Jai.mry Sale of Muslin Underwear Now going on. See the great varietv of Gowns, Skirts, etc.

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Hundreds of New Dresses of Serges, Satins and Georgettes at $15.00, $19.75 and $25.00.

Skirts:

We have taken all the odd Dress Skirts and reduced the prices for quick clearance. Many extra sizes.

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Furs Reduced 25

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January Sale of White Goods Now is the time to buy your supply for summer garments and make them up during the stormy winter days. Prices are better, qualities better and larger quantities to choose from. See this grand display in our white goods section, main tloor.

Mercerized Nainsook at 29c yard 40 in. wide, 12-yard bolts, at $3.15. Imperial Englwh Nainsook 36 inches wide, for underwear ,at 15c, 27c, 29c, 32c and 34c yard. 12-vard holts at $1.80, $3.00, $3.15, $3.60; $3.75. Imperial Long Cloth, fine close weave; 36 inches wide, at 15c, 21c, 27c and 34c yard. 12-yard holts at $1.80, $2.25, $3 and $4.25." 36-inch Cameo Cloth at 25c yard Soft finish, :ine weight for petticoats. 27 and 32-inch India Linon for children's wear at 10c, 13V4c, 19c, 25c yard. Dimity at 12V2c, 15c, 25c, 29c yard For baby's dreses and children's dresses. Mercerized Batiste 40 to 45 in. wide, for children's underwear, at 25c, 35c to 75c.

40-inch White Satin for gowns and camisoles at $1 yard. Silk and Cotton Crepe de Chene and Economy Silk 36 in. wide, at 59c yard. Silk Chiffon 27 inches wide, for underwear and gowns, at 35c yard. White Poplins 2 7 inches wide, regular 35c quality, now selling at 29c yard. 36-inch at 45c. Linen Finish Suitings 34 inches wide, special at 19c. Indian Head Linen 33, 36 and 44 inches uije, at 33c, 36c and 45c yard. White Voile for summer dresses, 36 to 4 5 inches wide, now at 25c, 35c, 50c, 75c, $1.00 yard. Organdie for blouses and dresses, now at 35c, 59c, 75c to $1.25 yard.

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Our 14th Annual January Sale of Table Linens and Towels We call your attention to the offerings in this section. Gu Linens will be very scare during the year 1918. Prices from manufacturers today are almost prohibitive. The merchandise offered you during this sale represents lots nf lincn tnni

old orders that were shipped at the old prices. We advi- j jfour replenishing your needs now. Wonderful Assortment of Pure Linen Table Cloths of I

Various Patterns

The finest collection of good Furs in Northern Indiana. Beautiful Hudson Seal Muffs, Scarfs and Capes, $15.00 to $50.00. Handsome Marten Muffs, Scarfs and Capes, $25 to $85. Beautiful Mink Muffs and Scarfs $40.00 to $200.00. Handsome Fox Scarfs, Muffs, in taupe, Victoria, pointed, sable and black, from $15.00 to $85.00. Handsome Black Lynx $25.00 to $65.00. Good Coney Muffs and Scarfs $2.98 to $6.00. All at 25 reduction. 4 Fur Coats Left and 2 Fur Lined Coats. Here Are the Prices for Saturday's Selling: 1 Hudson Seal Coat, marten collar and culls, was SI 50.00, reduced to $90.00.

1 Hudson Seal Coat, pbin, was 5200.00, reduced to $125.00. 1 Hudson Seal Coat, plain, was S275.00, reduced to $175.00. 1 Natural Muskrat Coar, was 5100.00. reduced to $70.00.2 Fur Lined Coats, were $75.00, reduced to $50.00.

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January Sale Laces and Embroideries Hundreds of pieces of fine Torchon Laces at 3c yard. Fine for petticoat and pillow case trimmings. Regular price 5c. Filet Laces and Point de Paris Laces for dress trimmings and underwear. Specially priced at 10c yard. Cluny Laces and insertions to match, up to 3 inches wide, at 12V2c yard. Embroideries Hundreds of pieces from 1 to 12 inches wide have been assembled for this great January Sale and ve orTer them at such greatly reduced prices you will be interested to see them.

January Sale of Curtain Materials 36-inch Voiles 19c Plain Voiles at 15c; 39c BomedcTd Voiles at 35c. 40-inch Marquisette? 35c plain now at 19c Also plain and bordered Marquisettes at 35c, 39c and 49c 36-inch Scotch Madras White and natur. i, at 29c, 35c, 45c 36-inch Curtain Swiss Splendid values at 19c, 25c, 29c, 45c.

j Hemstitched Cloths in 5 pretty patterns, your choice i at $4.50 and $5.50. (

Irish Linen Cloths of exceptional designs at $5.00, $6.00, $6.25 to $12.00. Napkins to match these cloths selling at $6.00, $6.50 to $10.00 dozen. Round Scalloped Cloths of pure linen round thread, hand embroidered designs, very attractive values, only 20 at these prices of $5.95 and $6.50. Mercerized Pattern Cloths Special showing of these every day cloths- good service cloths in many patterns, at $2.25 $2.95, $3.50 to $4.00. With napkins to match at $3.75 dozen. Table Damasks Special values in Mercerized Damasks, in various widths and priced from 50c, 59c, 69c to 85c yard. Imported Damask, mercerized, of exceptional quality and tinish, 72-inch, at $1.00 and $1.15 yard. Irish Linen Damask, 70-inch, full bleached, splendid value at $1.50 yard. Also 72-inch of extra good weight at $1.95 yard.

Pure Linen Napkins, 20x20, regular S6.00 values at !

this sale $4.50 dozen.

January Sale of Towels 50 dozen 18x36 Hemmed Towels, half linen, regular 35c quality, at 25c Other Hemmed Towels at 12c, 15c and 19c. Hemstitched Huck Towels, red border, at 25c Hemstitched Halt Linen Towels, red border, at 39c; $4.50 dozen. Hemstitched Pure Linen Huck Towels 75c, or $8.50 dozen. Hemstitched Pure Linen Guest Towels at 39c, 50c, 59c 65c Double Huck Towels, pure linen, at $1.00 or $11.00 dozen.