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EVENING PUBLIC 'LEDaBR-PHIIiU)ELPHlA, FRIDAY, DEOEMBEK 20, 1918
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FROM WILMINGTON
tjf, SJtfc Storage Place Found Fol-
I lowing Threat to Destroy
jj Explosive
W? Wilmington have
tha presenco o( a million
jMayor Lawson and other city ofllclals
protested against
pounds of
lUr and plcrlo ncld stored In 100
fight cars and magazines on the out
Jrfs of tho city.
(( jAa tt result of theso protests, tho
5"wnch war mission has told Director
Oft Railroads McAdoo that pafo storage
places havo been round. Tho first plan
had been to dump the explosives In tho
oefcan.
Utthoueh tho explosives, which be
I09B to tho French Government, are JUBt
outside tho city limits, they are sepa
rated from Wilmington proper by a largo
Jrho explosives havo lain In the cars
utd In magazines moro than a year.
Originally they were the property of tho
Rdsslan Government, but were taken
ovpr by the French when the Russian
Government collapsed.
IA. company of guards has been
Btfetched around tho cxploslca, which
arp at Pigeon Tolnt, near railroad piers,
Just south of tho city limits.
Ships had been procured by tho rall
ropd administration to carry tho ex
plosives to sea and have them dumped
overboard when word from the
French mission halted tho proceedings.
Tlje Government will Inspect tho stor
age places chosen by the French oftl
olil, and If they are found to bo safe,
wOl permit the removal
37 New Influenza Cases in 24 Hours
Jrhlrty-nevcn cases of Influenza have
Tjeen reported for tho last twenty-four
houra, as compared with forty-two for
the preceding day This make a total of
2B3 new cases this week, as against
oifly seventy-ono last week Tho cases
D divided as follows North of Market
tteet, twelve, BOUth of Market street,
teb; West Philadelphia, five, and Ger
mantown, ten.
WONT CANVASS IN CITY HALL
jtfra. Lorimcr Adjusts Red Cross
Difference Willi Mayor
Mrs. George Horace Lorimcr, chair
man of tho central division of tho
Christmas rollcall campaign of the
Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of
tho American lied Cross, announced to
'day that her difference with Mayor
Smith over his exclusion of rollcall
canvassern from City Hall had been ad
Justed satisfactorily.
It was agreed that tho women canvas
sers should not work In City Hall, but
that tho Mayor would call his depart
ment directors together and ask them
to urgo all employes In their departments
to enroll In th Hod Cross. Mrs. Lorl
mer said sho learned the Major him
self was already enrolled.
Tho Mayor said tho policy had al
ways been not to admit ranassers to
City Hall. They were admitted, but not
otllclally, during ono Liberty I.oan drive.
City Hall Superintendent Ilerry gave
Mrs Clinton Rogers Woodruff and her
twenty aides permission to c.invass City
Hall, but ho had no nuthorlty to do so.
said tho Mayor.
Solaicr Dies of Pneumonia
5.imiI,i"It,1ry serv'c WW bo held horc
? , ay,?tJ,t'rnoon fr Prlvato Felix Dle
fili' 8.25 htH.n. "feet, who died of pneu
a ' ttr, rnirornla hospital. Ho was
a son of Domlnlck Wefatto. Itcoulem
h h man., will be said Tuesday morning
at St. Mary s Catholic Church, and the
May1! foU f0"0W" Dlcfatt0 c"',stl
PROPAGANDA TO AID
NEW CITY CHARTER
Revision Committee to Ac
quaint People "With Aims of
Proposed Changes
An organized propaganda to aw1"'
tho people with tho alms of tho ";
revision commlttco will bo carried on
this winter.
Speakers representing; the charter re
vision commlttco will go before business
and clvlo associations, explain tho pur
poses of tho proposed charter revision
and ask lndorscmenl of those bodies.
Tho Indorsements will bo asked in
order to show tho Legislature that there
Is a real sentiment in Philadelphia for
a revision of tho charter.
Powell Uvans will head the committee
which Is to havo charge of tho propa
ganda campaign.
Another commlttco which will look
after the expenses Incurred In the char
ter revision fight will bo headed by Ar
thur II. Lea.
Several members o the original com
mittee of ninety-eight havo declined to
servo becauso of various reasons. Those
who declined nro Francis I. Du Tont,
Judge Charles F. Qummey, John r.
pwjrsr. Otto T. Mallory, Andrew 3. Mn
loney, Francis B. Reeves and W. Hinckl"
Smith.
pm Quenther was added to the com
mittee, making: tho membership nlncty-
Influcnza Decreasing In Army Camps
A,w""h'nton, Dec. 20 (Hy A. P.)
M,.ii.U8h 'nflucnza still prevails In vlr
J 1 ' u a.'"niy camps at home, a report
today by tho Surgeon General showed a
aeciino in tho number of cases for tho
wo 1 oncllnir December 13 as compared
"" i-J. Prcbedlng week. Total cases
were 3030. a Uecreaso of 428.
PROBE SUNDAY BEER SALES
Schuylkill Court Takes Up Charges
Growing Out of Epidemic
Potlsvllle, !., Dec 20. Court yester
day began Investigating tho cases of
scores of saloonkcepcra In this county
who during tho Influenza epidemic were
convicted of violating tho closing order
nnd compelled to pay fines before bor
ough ofllclals. State ofllclals will ask
for tho revocation of tho licenses of all
disobeying tho closing order, but Court,
of its own volition, Is Investigating tho
AnVliBTIHEMKNT
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I Nightshirts
IfTiieNlGHTwear of a Nation!' ' I
Mann & Dilks
1102 CHESTNUT STREET
Comfort in Shopping
Dependable Goods
Intelligent Service
Yes, you can have purchases sent home. Have them
exchanged. Have boxes for them. Why not?
FOR MEN
Silk Shirts
Gloves of All Kinds
Silk Hosiery
In Fact Almost Everything for Men
Mann & Dilks
1 102 CHESTNUT STREET
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You'll he proud to own a Sonom"
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Christmas cheer nnd prosperity arc in tho air. From ono end of
Chestnut street to another tho shops are crowded with throngs of
happy shoppers, intent upon showing their joy at tho lifting of restric
tions by buying, buying, buying. All tho pennies which havo been
carefully hoarded against a stormy war day havo been let loose; every
lino of business has been given a marked impetus, and already tho
number of sales reported for Ddcembcr is unprecedented. And when
money is being mado and money is being spent it means but ono
4hlnn . !..
mmis- 1'rusjjerii.y,
((r n HHE night ha3 a thousand
eyes" is" the line that always
flnahpa through mv irtlnH
when I walk around n lamp depart
ment nnd sec tho myriads of lights
twinklinp; under bewitching shades.
At tho H. D. Dougherty Company,
iU82 (Jhcstnut street, where they
specialize in and make to order silk
or narohment shades, thcie is alwavs
Eomethinir unique among their abun
dance of lamps and shades that
would make an acceptable Christmas
gift. Mahogany floor lamps are, of
course, well known, but those with
vclour-covercd uprights or of wood
enameled and hand decorated to
match any color scheme arc newer
and admit of more oricinalitv. But
the lamp I liked best was an artistic
Italian Renaissance tablo lamp in
Byzantine finish with an appropriate
shade.
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CLEAR AS A BELL,
ffV HEN your friends see the Sonora trade-mark on the
VV cover of your phonograph,they know that you have
bought the finest instrument made. The Sonora, built
jap-to the highest standard and not down to a low price, is
, The Highest Class Talking Machine in the World
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fTke Sonera
plays all makes of
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msc records petreaiy wraiouc extra
and has many im-
and exclusive "features of
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At the Panama Pacific Exposition
the only jury which heard and
tested all phonographs recommend
ed that Sonora be given highest scon
for tone quality!
Hear the Sonora, examine it, and choose from, our,
splendid models just the instrument you want.
Prices -
OW I wish I had tho gift of
language and could paint for
vou a word nicturo of tho ex-
Suisito baskets of fruits Henry K.
allowell & Son, Broad below Chest
nut street, are displaying. So many
are bought as Christmas presents
that they have given over one entire
side of the shop to them, and unless
you havo been there you would prob
ably never conceive such a variety of
beautiful baskets was in existence.
Every size and shape, all hand made,
some hand painted and constructed
especially for the purpose. But they
are not feasts for the eye alone, the
luscious , fruits, gathered from the
world's markets and arranged with
tender care and artistic ability, are
the acme of all that is desirable.
Even the illustrated catalogue, sent
on request, fills one with envy and
longing.
DID you ever hear of any man,
woman or child who did not"
want a watch? They used to
be such expensive gifts that bestow
ing one was an event, and having
one left in a will a special honor.
Though they no longer cost small
fortunes, they remain the most popu
lar of Christmas presents, and at
Bailey, Banks & Biddlo Company nil
the new shapes aro to be had. For
women wrist watches aro most in
vogue, and come in gold, platinum
or fancy diamond designs, with ex
tension bracelets or the preferred
black ribbon wristlets. Tho Nurse's
Watch, with lca'ther strap, radium
dial nnd sweep second hand, is most
practical, and for men there is also
a largo variety in wrist watches with
Khaki straps and radium dials and
dozens of handsome styles for the
pocket.
YOU may have observed that
when I make suggestions for
gifts they aro always for
worth-whilo things. Any ono can
tret needles and cms without assist
ance, but when it comes to choosing
important uuie necessities jikb
ninnoa that is n different matter, and
my familiarity with "Piano Row"
ought to bo of help to you. There
are so many excellent makes of
pianos, it is a problem which to buy,
but at J. C. Heppo & Son's, 1117-19
Chestnut Btreet, they specialize in
fhron unricrhts tho Honne. Mason &
Hamlin and Weber. They aro all
most attractive in appearance, com
ing in different styles, though the
Modern .puritan aesign, in puiimiuu
or art finish, is tho favorite. All aro
of high grade, and their special
points will bo explained when you
visit tho "House that Heppo built."
ANISHED from tho realm of
womanhood aro tousled heads,
or rdther tho touslo is kept
well hidden under Boudoir Caps,
which Milady wears until her tresses
are properly dressed. As they must
be of a freshness beyond reproach
she never has enough, bo get her an
other at B. F. Dewces, 1122 Chest
nut street, whero there are tho coy
ost nnd most coquettish creations
imaginable in net, wash satin, crepe
de chlno nnd swiss, In all the delicate
pastel shades, much beribboned and
Imnifflpd. Tho new Dutch Can shano
of satin nnd net, with flaring wired
tabs over the ears, Is most bowitch
intr. Hand in hand with caps go the
daintiest of lace-trimmed crepo de
chino Nightingales; chamois sllppera
with Bilk pompons and satin-covered
garters finished with tiny French
flowera and frilly lace.
rF YOU have any intention of or
dering candy for Christmas stop
thinking about It ana uo it,
w
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cues where It yrau shown that liquor
nan sold on Sunday.
cases or i'eier uuaiua ana Ste
phen Jupena, of Coaldnle, were before
Judge Uechtol. In a raid made on these
A
$50 to
1000
SONORA PHONOGRAPH SALES COMPANY, INC.
GEORGE E. BRIGHTON, Prcident
Demonstration Salon 1311 Walnut Street
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AZY SUSAN has got to town
at last. It looked very much as
if sho would not be here in timo
for Christmas, but tho House Fur
nishing Store of J. Franklin Miller,
1G12 Chestnut street, managed to
hurry her along, and now she is rest
ing there quietly among her sister
trays. Did you ever sco a "Lazy
Susan"? They are most convenient
round mahogany trays that revolve
on bases. Filled and placed on the
table, all that is necessary for serv
ing is to give a turn and "Lazy
Susan" does tho rest. If labor
saving devices do not appeal to you,
look at plnin, inlaid and glass-top
mahogany trays or hnnd-painted
metal ones, done in Colonial designs,
with subdued old-fashioned tints.
Kound Chineso trays, too, of split
bamboo, with weird hnnd-painted
motives, nro among the novelties.
HEN the price of leather
handbags soared so high
that it tool: an entrle to cap
ture one it was a t!essing in dis
guise, for it brought in the stunning
silk, velvet and beaded bags, and no
woman who has seen the vory un
usual and effective collection at Wil
liam Curry's, 1112 Chestnut street,
could possibly regret the change. Of
course, they also have a very full
line of leather bags. Their Paokagc
or Overnight Bag leaves one no ex
cuse for not complying with the
"carry-small-packages request, nnd
there are other eminently practicul
bags, but the fancier ones seem
more "gifty." Those in velvet or
silk come to match afternoon cos
tumes, but the beaded bags,' with
their rich colors, charming designs
and self-covered or fancy frames,
are the bags 01 the season.
REAL old - fashioned home
Christmas is what mothers
aro planning to hnve. Last
winter all the little extra frills that
make the day stand apart, in one's
memory were cut out, but tho trees,
chimney-places and tables will groan
under added weight this year, as do
tho counters at E. Bradford Clarke
Company, 1520 Chestnut street, that
are devoted to holiday novelties;
Christmas net stockings, filled with
toys for girls and boys. Appetizing
colored popcorn and corn for pop
ping. Clear candy toys in the samo
old-fashioned shapes and made of the
purest materials. All kinds of
favors for the tree or dinner table:
Christmas trees, dogs," cakes of
chocolate, each with a favor, and
snapping bonbons, some the old
shape in red, white or blue papers,
others exact reproductions of little
pates.
THE awakening of China from
her slumber of centuries has
been much slower than that of
some other eastern countries, but wo
know she has at last come to life, and
to active 'life, from tho fascinating
Eoods sho is sending us. Fritz &
a Rue, 1124 Chestnut street, havo
secured many of her best rugs, and
it docs not require much study or
long familiarity to distinguish them
from other Oriental makes. Tho
coloring of the groundwork is dis
tinctive, gorgeous yellows, blues,
apricots or pinks, over which, or in
tho border, is scattered symbolic de
signs: vases, trees, dragons, poppies
and cloud waves. They come in all
sizes, from 30x00 inches to largo
carpet sizes, and,' like all Oriental
rugs, make a "lasting", impression
as gifts, for there is no wear-out to
them.
DIDN'T I promise to tell what
gift to get for tho second of
tho immortal Tom, Dick and
Harry trio? After deep reflection I
havo concluded any Dicky would
doto on a smart silk muffler. Thoy
aro both fashionable and comfort
able, and Jacob Reed's Sons, 1424-20
Chestnut street, havo a stock of
overy conceivable kind, color and
weight that they are justified in
bragging about. Tno reversible
grenadines in Persian nnd Oriental
designs of rich colors aro of gener
ous length, soft and pliable. Tho
Swiss ribbed, of tho highest grado
silk, comes in handsome plain col-
ors, attractive club or two-tone,
stripes and white with black stripes
for evening wear. Besides other
beautiful novelties in stripes and
figures thcro are woolen mufflers in
flat weaves, brushed- wools and an
TRIKE while tho iron is hot"
otherwise you will be so for down on
tho llBt that it will be good for New
Year. At Whitman's, where they
aro taking caro of their patrons in a
masterly way nnd havo loft nothing
undono for their accommodation,
they candidly say that if special as
sortments are desired they should
be ordered well in advance, an there
aro not enough "hands" to make
lltrTif. labor, nnd it will be difficult to
fill sneclal orders if left late. It
would really be hotter to take tho
"Whitmnit Assortment" boxes, which
have been carefully selected and con
tain chocolate nougats, marshmal
lows, caramels and all the popular
favorites. They hav a counter for
these alone, which saves much time
and trwoie. , ,
Read sNv
f HARRIETT.
COMSTOCK'S
I Mam'selle J
An inspiring story of
Mlf-sacrlfice. S
LLrimi
r is a wise old adege. and when
- nvttrv nnn fa TilnVimv filivlaf-
mas presents is tho opportuno mo
mont to "strike" tho head of tho
family for a piano. Even if he is
iron at other times, ho will bo wax
at this time, and if you llko dis
tinctive things in Period designs, ask
for ono of tho three special Sfeinway
pionoB at N. Stetson & Co., 1111
Chestnut street. Only ono each of
theso small Grands has been made,
so they are most uncommon. The
American Colonial is graceful of
tuitline, with octagon legs; tho Mod
crn Colonial plainer and sovener in
contour and the Louis XVI quito or
nate, with flutod legs and carved
case. All aro of the richest mahog
any, and in beauty of tone and dentin
1 01 power are. unsurpaisea
two Buloom en Sunday, October 6, it Is
alleged Jmt among the men found con-Kreg-ated
In the saloon of Gustus were
Councilman Z. T. Davis and Justice of
the Peace M. Fisher. Theno offlotafti
were not arrested or fined, but Oostna
and Jupena were arrested and compelled
to pay a (SO fine each.
"liter AnriiiNn
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HAT, CAP
Umbrella, Bag: or Suit Case
(These for ladlea or ittBtletnen)
Would be appreciated. WW think you? Stop lalfc Ct oTr.
HERMAN T. WELLS
"The Young tiallat"
Ono Store 4 N. 13th FwJ Ssa.i?ft
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1029 MARKET STREET
FOR TOMORROW!
Another Big Sale of
5000 Men's ?
Overcoats
& Winter
Such Big
Savings .
Were Never
. Known
Before!
5000 more Over
coats arrived this
week and such
wonderful values!
Truly, overcoats
like the se wero
never offered at
such low prices
even before the
war.
Mr. Hill scores
another success
and 6000 men aro
going to hurry in
here tomorrow for
them!
Come early for
yours.
Boys' Clothing
Boys' $12.50 Blue Serge .& $R,95
Oliver Twist Suits .j.c. . ... -'
Boys' Velvet Suits .r.i.wt.'.. $Q J)J5
In blue and colors. Sizes 8 to 8 years. O'
Boys' O. D. Khaki Mili- $ f Qg
tary Overcoats .-. XJ7
Belted styles. Sizes from 8 to 8 years.
Boys' College $1 9 95
Overcoats. ..f..... .... J.,
Trench and belted models. Sizes 10 to IB
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