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THE BEE: OMAHA, SATURDAY. DECEMBER 17. 1921.
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Open Hearts, Urge
Of Legion in Drive
To i Give Vets Cheer
Additional Grorcri, Clothing
Aih! Money Sought to Al
Ic iatc Widespread
; r . Sif faring. ,
Wof ''riff, clitihhig 'and' rtioiify for
rrnt in bring Riven bnt at" rh:Amrr.
kui I .eg ion l)ariuartM-t -to needy
i-M)!ilicr, carrying out the pro
cram of 'Christina cheer," launched
ly the Legion, Father L. B. Hoi
lptf, chairman p . the emergency
I'unimittre, (aid lat night. t . '
"Cut the suffering is so genera!
that more money, more clothes, and
more fond supplies are needed," said
l-athrr Ilolsapple. "The citizens of
Omaha would be unable to enjoy
their Christmas' in their homes 'if
the realiied the' suffering- of these
Mldicr boys, who but a short time
ao were the heroes of the nation,
i nd but a short time ago were facing
loatn for their countrymen.
Many Out of Jobs.
''Hundreds of them, many with
large families, are out of employ
ment, and not only will have no
Christmas if not given aid, but arc
on the verge of hunger. These 'men
must be shown that the citzens of
this city still remember them.
"The work is coming in thick and
fast Every dayjwe get more names.
These "are investigated at ojice, and
w e have 'been -getting immediate re
lief in the,'Udrm of groceries and
coat.whrre JMs most' needed,-on the
sanie dayVuW-e have kept absolutely
tipHo-ditewithHlie cases- of imme
diate need, 'a, ' t-
'"We havr rraia house rent for as
eral who. were- on .-the verge of being
evicted. We have found work for
the most desperate cases. AH clothes
promised have been called for, but
much more is needed, especially
men's shoe's and'' children's wearing
apparcj, ...
Barely Enough to Live On. .
"We have found many cases, al
most unbelievable. Here is the let
ter from one woman:
"'I am an ex-service man's-wife.
We have five children. My husband
is just making enough for us to bare
ly live. Now would you send us a
Christmas package if you have any
left.; 'But please lct,the rest hav-j
thorn first. Ify children will have a
bad Christmas thisyear as I can not
get. a thing .for, them.
.k ., " ',Soniq. days .we are even .without
-coal. My. 'husband won't go to sec
-you.'and we had nothing on Thanks
giving day. For my children's sake,
pleac send us something. .'If my
huiband Anew I a writing you, lie
would scold ine, lie said lie would
ratlirr have bread and roftee on
Christmas than alc for anything. "
"Another letter-read:
"'My wife, and child and myself
are in need of food and clothing. We
tainc to Omaha three months ago.
Someone stole our clothes and I have
had to stay in the house because my
pint are all torn. If I can get some
clothes, I can go out and look for
work. rlease remember us on
Christmas day.'
"There are five ways one ran help
money, food supplies, clothing,
taking an ex-service man for Lnrtst
mas. dinner; furnishing Christmas
dinner ' to an ex-service man's
family."
v Those wishing to help are re
nuested r call the Legion office,
Jackson 2714. or send check, cloth
ing, or food supplies to Legion head
quarters, court house.
Stay Is Sought for
Russian Deportee
Tout Allen, former United States
district attorney, sought a writ of
habeas corpus, in federal court here
yesterday, to stay the deportation of
Robert Gilson of Lincoln, a Russian
by birth, who was interned in Ger
many for three years during the war,
but later escaped and with the aid
of relatives came to America.
Gilson has been idle much of the
time since his arrival here, a brother
m Lincoln having supported him, it
is said. IHs wife, a Polish woman,
who has sued for divorce, also has
been ordered deported, but has been
given a stay.
A "deportation train" is due in
Omaha this morning at 2:40 for the
cast.
Alan Killed in Algiers
To Be Buried Here Today
The funeral of Thomas M. Hol-
man. 28. who died Mav 18. 1920. in
Algiers, Africa, will be held this af
ternoon at the Hoftman lunerai
borne.
Mr. Holman is survived by his
father, I. M. Holman, Tekamah, and
a sister, Mrs. L. A. English, 4216
Meredith avenue, Omaha.
Mr. Holman was killed in an ex
plosion in Algiers while be was em
ployed bv a large London oil syndi
cate. He was in the army during
the war and entered the employ of
the London syndicate about two
years ago.
Volunteers to Feed 500.
The Volunteers of America will
brinor Christmas baskets of eatables
into 500 poor homes this Christmas,
Maj. F. A. McCormick said yester
day. Persons wishing to help may
send' contributions to the headquar
ters of the ' Volunteers, 114 worth
Fifteenth street. . . '
Updike
tarbon
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Carbon Egg - Carbon LumpV
$9.50 a Ton $10.50 a Ton
On Cold, Damp Days m
Ideal Fuel, because it is quick to
heat and economical. Your
friends will tell you how easy it
is to Veep dampness out of the
house with a hasty Carbon
Lump fire.
THREE YARDS
Prpmpt Delivery All Over the City
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Give Slippers
The Ideal Xtn as Gifts
When you give slippers you can be sure that you
have given something useful that he will ap
preciate. Let him while away in comfort the
evenings he spends at home.
A large variety of
patterns and design
in a variety of prices
are displayed her-.)
for you.
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be open from 9 a.
Late
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Shoppers Hie Store of Specialty Shops
9 p. nru from Saturday until Christmas
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For Chrisl'mas Gift Giving
WlIObYElt this mysterious Dame Fashion'
, may lie, she demands that the handker
chief form a harmonious note in the
smart costume so. row is: the time to give
handkerchiefs jn quantities.
The newest are here at prices that scctn a mere
(rifle compared with their dainty loveliness.
Three Groups for Saturday
At 25c
Values to 75c
All linen, filain. hemstitched and embroidered cor
ners. Swiss embroidered corners -with block type
initials. All linen colored embroidered corners.
'At 85c
Values Up to" $1.50
Madeira handkerchiefs, butterfly, basket, lover knots
and floral designs. . ,
-.; At $1.50
' Values to ?3.00
Hand made by Forto Ricans. , All white linen with
hand drawn threads, lilet patterns. Beautiful designs.
MOES FOR CMPIiTMA
PRACTICAL and nn appreciated sift. Something that will be a lasting
reminder of the donor. Evening Hlippers are especially desirable. In
our complete stock are one-strap slippers of:
Itlaek satin, beaded
Black kid, beaded
Itlaek suede, leaded
Silver cloth, brocaded
BROGUE 'OXFORDS SPECIAL'
Broken sizes In tan and black to clear away, specially
reduced. .. .
SHOE SHOP MAIN FLOOR
RgdycVion on Our Entire ; Stock of
'a Kit-A-WTF! f S7TK1 TF TFJx V?CI . - '' . . fi?.-"
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CHRISTMAS, gift need not be something
jtnat avpfeisoii needs just at, tha very
-y'tifne necessarily;' H'iiay well be: something
y she has long wanted or is very likely to wantv
before inany weeks. Isn't there someone on r;
your list who would enjoy receiving a.t sweater. '
Of soft wool in a' variety -of styles and colors.
They ars pretty enough for anyone... ,
Priced from $2.95 up to $35.00
less 20 reduction.
swe.t;er shop second floor ,
LOVELt :ROBES
OF SILK AND CORDUROY "
TlfiE. vogue for these garments is
delightfully exatupled in these ..'
charming silk robes in. various light
and dark shades. They are closely
rivalled by the comfortable robes of '
corduroy, of superior quality material,;,
becoming styles, soft tones. ; Both are .
priced to be of interest to the gift
shoppers. " ' . i
Silk Robes, $6.75 to $23.75
Corduroy Robes, $2.95 to $11.75
LINGERIE SHOP SECONDFLOOR
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, ARE THE VOGUE
T N other years just the skater, but
this year every woman who wears
oxfords, and you know that's most of
them, will like wool hose for Christ
mas. In browns and heather mixtures, in
.the smartest weaves they are very
good looking,, especially those with
bright colored clox and those of black
wit h white clox and they are ideal
for gifts.
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For Vhe Holiday Season
COAT!
WITII all the world in holiday mood, clothes, too, must express the spirit
of the hour. The Store of Specialty Shops' contribution to the season's
festivities is examplcd in the loveliness of the garments, and in the reduction
in prices which makes it possible for all to have new raiment for the holidays.
Our Entire Stock of
COAT!
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Reduction
YQU are. expressly invited
. to bring your keenest
judgment " to, bear upon
our stock of women's; coats;
You are urged to note critically
the quality of materials ami fur
trimmings, the character of the
Workmanship, the manner of
designing and especially the
30 .reduction from the regu
lar prices. ..
They will more than satisfy
every demand : of quality,
beauty and extraordinary
value and would be most desir
able as Christmas gifts.
COAT SHOP THIRD FLOOR
Choice of Our , Entire Stock of
DR-ES-Sfi-S
80 Reduction -
DRESSES for every occasion sport, street, after
noon and evening. In the choicest materials,
styles and colors. Betty JVales and Rosemary
Dresses excluded from this sale. :
Dresses "22SJ?1 750.
DressesS
D Originally priced til 1 QQ 1
rCSSCS at Sswnow, .00
Dresses 80.50:
' Choice, .of Our, Entire Stock,of
In I hree uroubs
A SUIT ' is a wardrobe essential,, for there are
many, many occasions when only a suit with'
its blouse accompaniment is accepted as a fitting
costume.
Suits
Suiis
Suits
Originally priced
up to $59-75 now
Originally priced
up to $8j.oo, now,
Originally priced
up to $125.00, now,
$25.00
$89.75
'59.75
SUIT SHOP THIRD FLOOR
' BLOUSES FOR. (SIFTS "
,' ';' $10.00 .utd .;916.CO-
ANY woman would enjoy receiving one of these handsoras novelty
blouses of canton crepe or crepe de chine. Some are the new peas
an '-louses with paisley trimming, wide flowing sleeves. -Others are em
broidered in color combinations with long, full sleeves, finished with tight
Iand cuff. Beaded import models with short sleeves, belted over blouses
and tunic, blouses, beaded and plain are in the lots. ;
XATI-BUCK M0HAWK-nH0WJf BISQUE '
IELLOWSTOXE-JADE AM) I'HISA BLUE
SALE INCLUDES BLOUSES TO $2i.00
BLOUSE SHOP SECOND FLOOR .
Choice " of - Our Entire Stock of :
50
Off Regular Prices
T
HE girl V coat must be chosen with, a wary eye to its
serviceability as well' as beauty. , .
hee is a satisfying variety here to ehoose from, including
handsome styles and materials. .
Sizes from 7 to 18. . ' . .
. For girls misses and small M'omen,
Now Priced from $15.00 to $89.75 '
Saturday at One-Half Price.
' JO'IORHOP SECOND FLOOR
Toiletries of Distinction
A BOTTLE of delicately scented perfume
or toilet water; cachet powder, vanity
cases and many other dainty articles
so desirable for gifts are here. They make
imtinctivo and attractive reminders of the
season and may bs had for any amount you
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TOILET GOODS SHOP MAIM FLOOR '
Ine Store of Specialty Shops.
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Give a Garment
THE one gift unfailing- In Us pftwsr to
please women of very ags and typa la .
the gift of apparel with its combined
not of beauty and usefulness. Through tha
- R'Sistan- of our personal repreiientatiun in
the markets, this store of Specialty Shops
has prepared extT.we holiday displays in
very department ith the aim of providtnar
more than usual variety and value for the
convenience and advantage of Christmas
ahl-ppers.
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