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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 12, 1917)
THE OMAHA SUNDAY BEE: AUGUST 12, 1917. ft A Brie) City News din Kool flint It New Baa con Frat Meial dies, pressw'k. Jubilee Mfg. Co. IJlec. Fans. ..50 Bursess-Granden. Platinum Wedding Rlns Edholm. Try the noonday S5-cent luncheon at the Empress Garden, amidst pleas ant surroundings, music and entertain in ant Advertisement Daughters of Israel Picnic The Daughters of Israel Aid society will give a picnic Sunday afternoon and t.vening at Hibblers' park. Forty fourth and Leavenworth streets. Band Concert Sunday A municipal band concert will be given in Hans com park Stmday afternoon, begin ning at 2:30. The Muny Guards of this park district will give a drill. Buy a Watermelon Car just In. Cheaper and better than ever before 'this season. We expect to sell this car in three days. Taken as they come, 114c lb.; guaranteed, ljc. The liasket Stores. Visiting Her Daughter Mrs. George (!. Wallace is spending the month of August with her daughter, Mrs. Mortimer J. Brown, and her husband, Dr. Brown in their new home at Perth Am boy, New Jersey. Blackburn Re-elected T. W. Black burn was unanimously re-elected eec-ivtary-treasurer and counsel of the American Life convention, an organ ization composed of ' western and Fouthern legal reserve life insurance companies, at its annual meeting In Grand Kapids, Mich. John T. Bell's reminiscent book i'bout Omaha and Omaha men is out and on sale at local bookstores. An advance copy has been received by The lice. The author explains that his publication is: One booklet, $1.00 $1.00, one booklet, and to those inter ested, it is fully worth the money. HOOVER IS NOW FOODDICTATOR Machinery for Controlling Na tion's Food Supply and Regu lation of Prices Set in Mo tion by the Officials. AVIATION CHIEF COMING TO OMAHA TODAY. ff N S l-Tiirfltiii n win mi mi i n win m , Washington, Aug. 11. Gurdon W. Wattles of Omaha will be ap pointed food administrator for the district of Nebraska. The nomination has been sent to President Wilson by Food Admin istrator Herbert C. Hoover and un doubtedly will be approved. The position carries nq salary and the work will be carried out along the lines outlined by Mr. Hoover. Washington, Aug. 11. Machinery for controlling the nation's food sup ply was set in motion today after formal announcement by President Wilson of Herbert Hoover's appoint ment as food administrator. The food administration, under dl rection of Mr. Hoover, will have gen' eral supervision of supply regulation The Department of Agriculture will assist in food conservation by an edu cational campaign and will administer the food production measure. The Federal Trade commission will com pile food scales. Production costs have been investigated by the com mission and price fixing probably will be made m conformity with its recom mendations. The purpose of the food administra tion is to stabilize and not to disturb conditions, Mr. Hoover declared. Ef forts will be made to check specula tion and correct price abuses he said but drastic measures will not be em ployed unless negotiations with pro ducers and manufacturers fail. BRIG.-GEN. GEOJvXiE O-SQUIER General George A. Sqtiier, chief sig nal officer of the United States army, will arrive in Omaha Sunday to in spect the work of the balloon school at Fort Omaha. He is on a tour of inspection throughout the country, looking o.ver the conditions and activities at the various posts of the signal corps. General Squier is, at the head of the United States aviation corps for which congress has appropriated $640,000, 000. Work has begun on the construc tion of 22,000 aeroplanes for the in vasion of the central empires by air. A force of 110,000 air men will be em ployed. The Omaha Commercial club is en deavoring to have the Fort Omaha balloon school enlarged so as to in clude a large corps of bird men and heavier than air machines. FORT CROOK MAY GET PLENTY WATER Rev. C. Wilbur Nelson Resigns Benson Pastorate Last. Sunday morning Rev. C. Wil bur Nelson, pastor of the First Eng lish Lutheran church, submitted his resignation to the congregation in order to accept a call to become the pastor of Zion Lutheran church in Hutchinson. His resignation was accepted and he wiii take up his work in his new field September 1. Rev. C. W. Seville, pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Minneapolis, Kan., is. to preach at the Benson church on next Sunday morning. It is expected that the congregation will take some action in regard to calling Rev. Se ville as its new pastor. Benson Improvement Club Organizes for Active Work An improvement clubx was or ganized at the city hall, Benson, Thursday night. It will meet the . ilrst Thursday of each month. The officers are G. R. Williams, president E. A. Stiger, secretary; E. Dunn, vice president; Rev. A. J. McClung, treasurer; Chris Lyck, E. J. McArdle and Colonel Marther will act as ex executivc committee. At the last meeting reports were submitted of various changes and contemplated improvements needed. World-Herald Now Renders Cut Rate Advertising Bill The World-Herald has filed its bill for city advertising for the last ten 'days of July, amounting to $147.38. This is for insertion of 3,530 lines according to its bid cutting below the rates fixed by law and figures 4.17 cents per line or 54.21 cents per inch, as against its rate to other advertisers of from" $1.12 to $1.44 per inch. The Bee's Free Milk and Ice Fund A Fairbury (Neb.) contributor to the fund writes, "My own baby owes its life to pure milk and plenty of ice." This woman realizes keenly the im portance of the work that The Bee's fund does in bringing many babies of the very poor through the critical summer heat. Contributors to this fund can feel that they have saved the lives of lit tle ones. That's a pleasant thing to feel. Bring or send any sura from 10 cents to $5 to The Bee office. Previously acknowledged $325.33 Methodist Epworth League, Chadron, Neb 3.75 R. P. M 5.00 Elsie Peterson, Cedar Rapids, Neb 1.00 ' C. O. Lobeck 5.00 Mrs. E. C. Smith, Fairbury, Neb . 1.00 No Name .j 5.00 Total j $346.08 Commissioner Manley Returns from Washington, Where Omaha's Plans Were Presented. If the government decides to sta tion a large body of troops at Fort Crook the metropolitan water dis trict can install water mains to fur nish adequate water within thirty days," according to Commissioner Robert H. Manley of the Commercial club, who just returned from Wash ington, where he and General Man ager R. B. Howell of the Metropoli tan Water district have been confer ring with the War department in re gard to furnishing water for F-rt Crook. x Secretary of War Baker was not in Washington and the Omaha men did not get to see him personally. What they did learn, however, is that the War department is giving all its at tention to immediate work that is, to matters that have to be attended to at once, rather than to matters tl.at lie in the future. For that rea son they could get no definite infor mation as to the disposition of Fort Crook. To Use Fort Crook. "It has been anounced, however," said Mr. Manley, "that a brigade or more of the conscripted army will be stationed at Fort Crook eventually, but we do not know whether that means this body of troops will be from the first or the second draft. No matter which it will be, it is likely the government will know what it wants too more than thirty days ahead ofi the time for moving troops here and that will give time enough to lay the water mains and -establish the water system for the fort. Present Plans. "What we did accomplish was to put definitely before the War depart ment the needs of Fort Crook in the way of water supply and roads, so that the department will be ready to take these-matters up as soon as it decides what troops to move to Fort Crook." Mr. Howell remained in Washing ton to attend to some further' mat ters. Mr. Manley foundthe War depart ment mjich pleased with the progress being made at the Fort Omaha bal loon school. He learned that, while other balloon schools will be estab lished in the south, the one at Fort Omaha will still be the leading one of its kind in the country. Gift Cigar Brings Stolen Motor Car Back to Dearmont "Cast your cigars upon the multi tude and your stolen automobiles shall be returned to you." i he truth of the above statement is vouched for by 1'. H. Dearmont, 3312 Meredith avenue, who recovered his stolen Hudson, auto by that means. While passing the cigars-to a party of friends a short time ago he in cluded a young man who was a mem ber of the party. He made a favor able impression and the young man remembered the name. When his auto was stolen July 31, the new friend was interested and when he saw a car answering the description in a building at Thirty-fourth .and Leavenworth he informed Mr. Dear mont. The car was identified and returned to the owner. ' Police are, of the opinion that clues secured by the recovei of this car will lead to the arrest of a gang of thieves who have been stealing cars here for several weeks. The car was partially reoainted when recovered. I Holy Angels Parish Bids ! Archbishop Harty Welcome! The Holy Angels Parish gave a I reception in honor of Archbishop) Harty on the lawn of the convent at' t wenty-seventn and fowler streets last night. Over 800 persons were in attendance. After a short musical program Rev. Father P. A. Flanagan welcomed the bishop and introduced hinj to the parishioners. He spoke briefly to the assembly. The grounds were beautifully decorated for the oc casion. Bee Want Ads Produce Results. Spend Aa Hour' Tim In Our Workshop Auxiliary To The American Red Cross Byrgris-Nash Co. Third Floor EVERYBODYS STORE Make Something For The Boys in France. Competent Instruc tion Free of Charge. Burre-Nah Co. Third Floor Sunday, August 12, 1917- -STORE NEWS FOR MONDAY- -Phone Douglas 137 Beginning Monday Fourth Annual August tit F IKS. At Fully 25 to 33V3 Per Cent Under September Prices COMPREHENSIVE that symbolizes our Fourth Annual August Sale of Blankets. Throughout the entire collection of blankets featured in this sale, you will not find one that does not measure up fully to the Burgess-Nash standard of quality and workmanship. Large quantities bought months ago, put us in on the "ground floor" of the blanket situation and enables us to pass the good word along. The seemingly endless variety that you will find to make your selection from, will greatly surprise you. "My Million Fighting Men Come First," Says Uncle Sam to the Blanket Manufacturers Consequently all of Uncle Sam's work has the right-of-way. Practically 23 c'c to 50 rr of the country's production of blankets will go to fill war orders. We present the above facts and you draw your own conclusions. You can buy your blankets now, securing well made, desirable blankets, at substantial reductions from the prices you will have to pay in Sep tember or wait on the chance that the market lowers in the face of conditions, which is not possible. This sale will particularly appeal to institutions, hotels and boarding house stewards, as they realize the selecting of proper blankets is just as important as any part of the bed. Twin Bed Blankets, $7.98 Twin bed wool blankets, 60x80, or 84-inch; assorted styles, special values, August sale price, pair, $5.48 and $7.98. Indian Blankets, $4.98 Fine wool finished Indian blankets, in assorted patterns, 66x80-inch, cut and bound single, August sale price, each, $4.98. Tan Wool Blankets, $6.98 70x80-inch, tan woor blankets, 5-lb. in weight, with assorted borders, August sale price, pair, $6.98. Large Wool Blankets, $9.48 Extra large, 77x$0-inch, wool blank ets, weight 7 lbs. to the pair; August sale price, pair, $9.48. Wool Finish Blankets, $3.19 . Heavy cotton blankets, wool finish, in gray, tan or white; size 66x89-inch, August sale price, pair, $3.19. vPlaid Blankets. $3.98 70x80-inch fine plaid blankets, in blue, gray, pink or tan, August sale price, pair, $3.98. Single Crib Blankets, 50c Assorted Mother Goose and floral patterned crib blankets. 30x4 0-inch, August sale price, each, 50c. Fancy Wool Blankets, $9.75 Fancy wool plaid blankets, weight 5U lbs.. 72x81-inch in size, good assort ment of colors. August sale price, the pair, $9.75. Wool Finish Blankets, $3.69 72x84-inch heavy wool finish cotton blankets, in gray, tan or white; August sale price, pair, $3.69. Cotton Blankets, $1.69 Cotton blankets, in tan or gray, with assorted borders, size 62x76-inch, August sale price, pair, $1.69. Cotton Blankets, $1.98 66x80-inch cotton blankets, in tan or gray with fancy colored borders, August sale price, pair, $1.98. Cotton Blankets, $2.39 Tan cotton blankets, 70x80-inch in size, with assorted fancy borders, August sale price, pair, $2.39. Wool Plaid Blankets, $7.98 Fine wcol plaid blankets, 72x84-inch. with 4-block pattern, bound in two-inch colored ribbon. Big assortment of colors ; August sale price, each, $7.98. Fancy Plaid Blankets, $4.98 Fancy wool finish plaid blankets, heavy weight, big assortment of styles, size 6Gx80-inch, August sale price, the pair, $4.98. Wool Plaid Blankets, $6.98 70x80-inch wool plaid blankets, with 3-inch block patterns, big assortment of color combinations, August sale price, pair, $6.&8. Porch Blankets, $6.50 A single blanket, floss bound, double weave, half-inch block of light and dark gray, 3-inch navy border, size -C6x84-inch, August sale price, each, $6.50. Bath Robe Blankets, $3.48 Large size, handsome colored blankr cts for making bath robes, complete with girdle and frogs to match; August sale price, each, $3.48. Extra Large Blankets, $7.48 Splendid quality gray wool blankets, extra large size, 76x84-inch, extra heavy weight, 6 lbs.; August sale price, fc7 A Q pair Jacquard Comfortables, $3.48 Fine wool finished bed coverings with bound edge, big assortment of styles; August sale price, $48 each . , Wool Camp Blankets, $5.75 , Extra heavy wool camp blankets, bound single, 68x84-inch, weight 4 lbs., gray with navy stripe; August sale price, jC each ' Fine Wool Blankets, $5.98 Extra fine wool blankets with assorted fancy plaids, or in solid colors with fancy borders, 70x80-inch, weight 5 lbs. ttjE QO August sale price, pair po.70 Bed comforts, cotton filled, wool filled and fine down comforts, many styles and prices, all reduced far below regular season prices. Many other styles in crib blankets, comfortables, l double and single blankets up to $25.00, will be includ ed in this sale at correspondingly low prices. BurfMS-Nash Co. Down Stairs Store Don't Forget Our Circulating Library Have You An Interesting Book to Read? OUR Circulating Library on the Fourth Floor, con tains all that is best and latest in fiction and the charge is only 2 cents a day. BuriMs-Nath Co. Fourth Floor Have You Seen Them? The New MILITARY CAPES At $16.50, $19.50, $22.50 and $27.50 TO be up-to-date, you must have a military appear ance. The new capes have been designed to fill just such a need. A military fashion that is more feminine. Some are strict ly military capes of army cloth with gunmetal buttons and buckles, others are sport mod els with short jacket-like fronts of bright green, tan and gray, belted and with big patch pockets. Materials Used Are: Poiret Twills, - Gabardines, Army Cloth, Wool, Silk, Plaids, Checks. Women's anfl misses size capes, $16.50, $19.50, $22.50, $27.50 and up. -We Announce an- Initial Showing of NEW FALL MODELS SUITS DRESSES COATS SKIRTS AH Moderately Priced IT has never been our fortune to show smarter or more distinctive models in suits, coats, dresses and skirts, than those shown in our new fall line. y Every note that fashion has prescribed for the new season, is found in our stock. It is an assort ment that will please all. Come and see this attrac tive fall display at prices extremely low. i Burgeti-Nash Co. Second Floor August Sale of Sheets and Pillow Cases HUNDREDS of housewives are supplying their bedding needs now, while such remarkably low prices pre vail. As a special feature, we are introducing our Boudoir and Invincible brands to the public. Made of high grade cotton, in sanitary factories, all perfectly hemmed and ironed, ready for use. Invincible Boudoir 42x36-inch 45x36-inch C3x99-inch 72x90-inch 72x99-inch 81x90-inch 81x99-inch cases 2Hr cases 25 sheets 08 sheets 98i sheets 81..09 sheets 81.09 sheets 81.19 42x3G-inch 45x36-inch 63x99-inch 72x90-inch 72x99-inch 81x90-inch 81x99-inch Burfss-Nash Co. Down Stairs Storo cases 28 cases 30c sheets .....81.00 sheets 81.09 sheets 81.19 sheets 81.19 sheets $1.29 Continuing Our Great Closing-Out Sale of E FURNITURE With Prices That Are Greatly Sacrificed ACH day we are making additional reductions on. every piece of furniture left in stock. And remember, the sale includes furniture of a standard character, suitable for any room in the house, porch or lawn. We feature for Monday: 4-Piece American Walnut Suite, at $85.00 A beautiful William and Mary dressing table and bed, constructed of thoroughly seasoned American walnut with satin finish. In our great closing-out sale of furniture, priced at $85.00. M rwi d: c it., i r j iTianjr vriucr ictcs equally low rnceu. Burtest-Nash Co. genuine Third Floor HOUSEWIVES! CONSERVE AND PRESERVE EVERY woman should come to the aid of their country in time of great need. With such a bountiful sup ply of fruits and vegetables, it is now their duty to conserve the foodstuffs by canning and presei-ing as muck as possible. In our hounefurnishing department you will find a complete line of the necessary canning utensils at the lowest prices. Canning outfit consists of large size boiler, with wire frame partitioned so it will hold 8 pars; tight-fitting cover; very special, the outfit, $2.75. Frames for drying fruits and vegetables, each, 45e. . Wax containers for keeping dried fruits and vegetables in; pint or quart sizes, 5c each. Handy fruit jar holders for individual fruit jars, with handles to lift jars out of water, 10c. Boiler racks for canning, will hold 8 jars, made of copper wire, at 75c. Big wonder oil mops, already oiled for use, come in tin containers, spe cial, at 39c. Big Wonder cedar oil, for floors and furniture, 12-ounce size, 15c. Crepe tissue toilet paper, good size rolls, 4 rolls, 25c. Dustbanesweeping compound, absorbs the dust and brightens carpets, 17c. BurfMS-Nash Co. Down Stain Storo