THE BEE: OMAHA. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22. 191T. STATE WORKS HARD FOR THERED CROSS Reports From Various Towns Show the Same Enthusiasm Which is Manifested in Omaha. I lie state headquarters of the Red Cross is receiving daily from various points in this state most enthusiastic and encouraging reports in connec tion with the Christmas membership campaign. The state has been thoroughly or ganized, with chairmen selected by each county or at the head of each chapter, and representatives from var ious points in the county on the mem bership committee. A vigorous and thorough Christmas membership campaign is being con ducted in Gage county with E. L. Havelone, Beatrice, as chairman of the committee. The state office has just received a telegram from the gei;'.'.ntrr, as follows: ' Greatest campaign on ever waged In this oounty. Every township thoroughly or ganijed. It la expected every home will be visited and wcry citizen given a chance to Join. Incomplete returns. Beatrice city first day' campaign 18 captains report lng out of 40 gives 1,500 members. Adams townships reports expect to come In full 100 per cent. Hundreds of homes tonight are 100 p?r cent efficient. Great rivalry between business houses and manufacturing estab lishments as to complete enrollment of every employe. We are going over the top. me following message was re ceived from C. F. Temple, secretary, of North Platte: Closed last night 1,062 In North Platte: reports outside of town ahow about 600; rousing patriotic meeting last night; Ross Hammond spoke; express additional supply of largo and small crosses to stick on service flags, also large and small 100 per cent slips. Card for the Dog. One of the interesting incidents in connection with the present Red Cross membership drive is reported from Pender. A banker of that city took out memberships for his entire family, but was greeted with a pro test upon returning home, where he discovered that he had failed to rec ord the "most important member of the family," namely the dog. The next morning the children of the household appeared at campaign headquarters with a dollar to register the most im portant member of their family. Chadron reports 500 new members at end of the first day's drive. The following is an extract from a letter from Kimball: We started our drive today and got over 500 members. Expect to get about 800 members this week. We are having our four-minuto speakers work every day and night at the theaters, churches and pub lic places. Work for 100 Per Cent. Mrs. .WS. Vest, chairman of Chey enne county chapter, Sidney, Neb., telegraphs: Campaign going very well, working for 100 pr cent county. Send 600 service flags and one thousand small red crosses im mediately if possible. Following is an extract from letter from Si. Edward chapter. W. imve received practically all the Chritru.s advertising and necessary sup pliei, lor a successful campaign which we hope to nceomplish; wo aro organized for over, font of ground tributary to own town, and nl out yesterday IS cars each con tain - i t least two aollcttora; only one reportd this morning, and they had 100 per cut. The country la arouaed and en-thuti-il fr the winning of the war. and we have little trouble In getting what we ask for, :;s all are interested." Wolbach branch reports they "are going good." Everything is Fine. Mrs. Karge from Central City re ports: "We are working here and at the different branches everything is going fine." . Aurora "Our campaign is being conducted in a very systematic and ctcHrtnrv manner.'' Dr. Cummings, chairman of the Seward county chapter, American Red Cross, announces that they are going to make 100 per cent membership in that county. Same is also true of the Dakota county chapter at Dakota City, and of the Cheyenne county chapter at Sidney. Brainard branch of the American Red Cross advises that they have al ready completed their drive and have over 4,000 members enrolled. They are now extending their work to other townships and expect to have at least 8,000. Commercial Club Compiles Figures on Omaha Business Cards from the wholesale and man ufacturing firms of Omaha are being returned to the bureau of publicity giving figures of the volume of busi ness done by individual companies during the year. The bueau is very anxious that the firms return these cards as rapidly as possible, in order that the figures of all concerns may be tabulated and properly compiled for the issuance of statements and booklets the first of the year on the total volume of Omaha's business in the wholesale and manufacturing line for the year. Acting Manager A. C. Thomas of the bureau says: "If the manufac turers and jobbers feel so inclined they can make a Christmas present to the employes of the bureau by sending in their figures early. This will please the girls more than a box of candy, for they will be able to get this heavy annual job off their hands in good season. We are asking that business men consult their book keepers to see if the bureau's question cards have been filled out and re turned. If the cards have been lost or mislaid, new ones can be had for the isking." Little Girl Writes fop- A Dolly; She Will Get it The following letter' was received by Captain Mace of the Salvation Army: "Dear Santa: Please will you send me some playthings. "I am a poor little girl and I have x little brotiier. "Please bring him some toys. ! 'I want a little doll and brother i u-mr.s something to play with. Please :ome and visit us." Captain Mace will see that their needs are supplied. He expects, if funds are forthcoming, to give 500 children a Christmas treat at the Young Men's Christian association auditorium on Friday, December 28, at 8 p. in., when each child will re ceive presents and candy and toys. Over 200 families will receive well filled baskets at the Salvation Army auditorium. 1711 Davenport street, on Monday. December 24, at 4 p. m. In spite of the prosperous times Captain Mace states that there are just as many families seeking aid. Every case is investigated and only the deserving poor are considered. Judge Britt Eulogizes "Uncle Tom," Negro Character Thomas Banks, pioneer negro resi dent, who was buried Thursday after noon, was familiarly known here for nearly half a centurv as "Uncle Tom." In an eulogy delivered by Judge Britt, Mr. Banks was referred to as a man of unquestioned honesty. For nearly 50 yearfe he was a porter in a saloon at Twelfth and Farnam streets, this location in the early days being a popular rendezvous. "Uncle Tom" befriended many men and had qualities of heart which rose far above his menial station. General Miles is said to have shaken hands with this black man with a white heart, and Colonel Cody knew Banks as "Uncle Tom." "Uncle Tom" was born in slavery near Lexington, Mo., and never knew his exact age. He was more than 75 years of age when he died. He never drank intoxicants nor was he ever heard to utter an oath. Ad Club No More; Funds Turned Over to Red Cross The Omaha Ad club ceased to exist Friday by vote of the members. The funds in the treasury will be turned over, to the Red Cross. The Omaha Salesmanship club went out of exist ence some time ago. It is proposed to form the Omaha Advertising and Selling league as a more efficient organization of the men who formerly belonged to these clubs. "Advertising and selling are so closely related that we believe the men interested in each or both can gain much from each other in one organization said Frank Builta. Little Tots to Have Xmas Tree Celebration Saturday Eighteen poor little kiddies will enjoy a Christmas tree, laden with two gifts and lots of goodies for each one of them, through the efforts of the Pan-Hellenic association, of which Miss Mary Phillippi is presi dent. The Christmas tree celebra tion will take place S. urday after noon at the home of Mrs. Robert Adams, .'.'10 Davenpor -itreet. Miss Bertha White and Mr Kvaii Horn berger will assist the 1 toss. Gwendoline FJche, o 4 years old, will entertain the asters with Christmas stories and tilings. Northwestern R. R. "Called" For Violating Light Order Unintentially, Roy Miller, general agent of the Northwestern, has come in contact with the authority of John L. Kennedy, the government agent who has to do with the conservation of fuel and lights. Contrary to the usual rule, all the lights in the Northwestern city offices were left burning Friflay night. They burned during the night and Mr. Miller was called upon to explain. His explanation was that the fractur ing of the government rule relative to conservation of fuel and light was unintentional and would not occur again. The matter was dismissed after Mr. Miller had been cautioned that in order to help win the war it is necessary to aid in every way pos sible. No Extra Equipment for Holiday Rail Travel Contrary to the rule that has nlain tained in the past, this year none of the Omaha roads will run extra equip ment for handling the holiday travel. The cutting off of the extra equip ment is a sort of a war measure and is for the purpose of conserving mo tive power and fuel. ' Enough equip ment will be run to handle the busi ness, but there will be no extra parlor cars and sleepers, as heretofore. While the roads will not discontinue train service Christmas, there will be no extra passenger trains in opera tion. For the day the freight train service will be cut to the minimum. Many of the locals will be cut out for the day and the loading out of freight will be discouraged to a considerable extent. Sam Gilinsky Goes to New Orleans to Marry Sam E. Gilinsky, well known fruit and commission man, will be married in New Orleans December 26 to Miss Minnie Zemurray. The wedding will take place at the home of the bride's brother, Mr. Sam Zemurray, after which the bridal couple will go to Honolulu for a three months' wed ding trip. The Misses Ada. Goldie and Beat trice Gilinsky have (already t gone south to attend the wedding.' The bridegroom, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. 3arney Gilinsky of Council Bluffs, and his brother, Phil, who will serve as best man, leave Sunday evening. j The young couple will make their I home in Omaha. r ft L-J FIREPLACE FIXTURES A gift that will stand upon the hearth of a friand for a lifetime Entire Third Floor, Keeline Bldg. SUNDERLAND . -JuMMaVHaSMM BERNSTEIN'S FOR VALUEsfJ SATURDAY SPECIALS IN CLOAK AND SUIT DEPARTMENT Women's and Misses' Dresses In Silks, Poplins and Serges, very neatly trimmed, some for evening and party wear, others for both street and evening wear. These Dresses are very ex traordinary values, really worth to $15.00. Saturday special WOMEN'S SILK PETTICOATS In all the new shades, very special for Saturday $2.95 rt $3.95 SPECIALS IN WOMEN'S COATS For Saturday we are offering Women's Coats in Cloth, Plush, Pom-Pom, Velour and Broadcloth; some trimmed in fur. These Coats are values ranging from &Q QC to djOC A A $15.00 to $45.00. Saturday, at 4i7.7J fJJ VISIT OUR MEN'S DEPARTMENT, MAIN FLOOR $E95 and $8.95 WOMEN'S SHOES The season's newest (shades in black, brown and grey leather, Louis & Military heels, in both cloth and leather tops. These are really values to $12.50, Saturday. .$5.95 and $6.95 111 SOUTH 16TH STREET lOPPOSITE HAYDEN'Si Berg fjt Suits A Message to Mothers, Wives, Daughters. Sweethearts fej? No doubt you are making plans for fir a Christmas of serviceable gifts This year, more than ever before, wo men realize that the "Happy Selec tion" can be found among the more practical things Of course it is quite impossible for us to mention all the splendid things we have for men, but they are here for you in profusion THIS PARTIAL LIST MAY HELP Full Dress Silk Vests Full Dress Shirts $5.00 to $7.50 $2.00 - Lion Collars Knitted, Silk Mufflers 6 for $1.00 $1, $1.50, $2 to $5 - v 148. W ' ' ii MB Silk Shirts $3.00 to $10.00 Silk Garters 25c to 50c Night Gowns $1.00 to $3.00 Flannel Shirts $2.00 to $4.50 Handkerchiefs Plain and Initial 15c, 25c, 35c, 50c Suspenders 50c, 75c, $1.00 The best and biggest as sortment of Neckwear in town "Special" 50c, $1.00, $150 Union Underwear $1.00 to $6.00 Madras Shirts $1.00, $1.50, $2.00 Soft and Stiff Cuffs Sweaters $3.00 to $8.50 Pajamas $1.00 to $6.00 Full Dress Mufflers $1.50 to $6.00 Gloves $1, $1.25 to $6 Underwear $1.25 to $2.50 Garment Hosiery 15c, 25c, 35c, 50c, 60c, $1.25 Belts 25c, 50c, $1.00 Soft and Stiff Hats $3.00 to $6.00 Cloth Caps $1.00 to $1.50 Fur Lined Seal Skin Caps $5.00, $7.50 to $25 Canes, Umbrellas, Bags and Suit Cases The Best Suits and Overcoats in Town $15, $20, $22.50, $25, $30, $35, $40 to $60 Military Suits and Overcoats 1415 Farnam St. St. Buy Another War-Saving Stamp 11 il .Try v P. GIVE HIM WEARABLES THIS CHRISTMAS That is, the Right Kind "The Browning, King Kind" for Instance In the short time there is still left to shop, there Is but one way to accomplish your shopping for men quickly and satisfactorily COME TO TEE MAN'S STORE The store that makes a specialty of catering to wen and knows their taste and preference. HERE ARE A FEW Suggestions of Appropriate Gifts 4 i ft ft ft ft ft ft to m I If K High Grade Neckwear Exclusive designs 50 to $3.50 Mufflers Silk or Knitted styles $1.00 to $12.50 Gloves Kid, Cape, Mocha, Silk, also warm wool and fur lined Gloves $1.50 to $25.00 Pair Pur Caps $3.50 to $25.00 Hats for An Manner of Men The best makes $3.00 to $18.00 House Coats and Bath Robes $5.00 to $25.00 Handsome Dressing Gowns for Men $15.00 to $40.00 Shirts $1.50 to $10.00 Phoenix, Interwoven, Mc Callum and Holeproof Hosiery 30 to $3.00 Pair Vassar, Duofold and Lewis Underwear. Canes and Umbrellas $1.50 to $6.50 Traveling Bags and Suit Cases $5.00 to $25.00 Silk Pajamas and Night Robes $6.50 to $12.50 Initial Handkerchiefs $1.00 to $3.00 Box Paul Jones Middy Blouses, Ladies' Sweater Coats $5.00 to $15.00 to ( ft ft to I I ft $ ft SOLDIERS' GIFTS 0P ALL DESCRIPTIONS SUITS and OVERCOATS, $15 to $60.00 n ft ft I ft errfcaadlM Certificates far A7 Anoi.L Wd Any Time. I For Useful Gilts for Boy Viiit Our Second Floor. Buy Another War Sarin? Stamp. "THE STORK fir TTTE TOWS" Browning, King & Co. GEO. T. WILSON, Manager Stow Open Krenlnpg rati! Christmas. ft ft ft iiii' ' 7&fJ eneV ifionoyrapA What a Splendid Christmas Gift! THIS superb instrument is the Christmas Gift su preme ! Its music is entrancing. The tonal system 1 is the latest word in acoustic science a triumph of in vention. It plays all records beautifully. Its music is soft, clear and sweet, due to entirely new applications of acoustic science. Every member of the family will be captivated with it its elegance of design, its versatility as an entertainer. tYf Come and Hear the Cheney and Reserve One for Christmas Delivery Choice of five models priced at $50.00, $75.00, $100.00, $150.00, $200.00. Burgess-Mash Company. II 1 JT--Z 7i JKTOsay I 'J tViHTBODlS STOKE ! 1 ; 11 When Buying Advertised Goods Say You Read of Them in The Bee