THE OMAHA SUNDAY BEE: DECEMBER 8, 1918. T B Concluded by Ella Fleishman r f 4 V M-U S I C I By HENRIETTA M. REES A MEETING of representative choral directors and members of the musical fraternity was held Friday fioon at the Commercial Club at the instigation of Mr. Hugh Wallace, temporary chairman of the music committee of the Victory Christmas celebration. This meeting was called for the purpose of asking the co-operation of the Omaha musicians in success fully planning and carrying through the largest "community sing" ever contemplated in this city. It is the intention to have the choirs of Oma ha lead the singing during this cele bration and all members of choirs and others who sing are invited to participate. On December 15 at 3:30 at the Auditorium this large com munity sing will inaugurate the 1918 Red Cross Roll Call week. In addition to music by the choirs the entire audience will sing commu nity songs from the new War Camp Community Service Song boot which will be distributed by Red Cross giris in uniform. This prom ises to be a very interesting occa sion. The idea is to have the choirs come in a body, with their standard if they have one, and to proceed from the back of the Auditorium to the stage, where it is hoped that from 1,000 to 1,500 singers will be massed to back up their patriotism with their voices, and to use their voices in a material way to help make this big organized Victory celebration a success. At the meeting Friday noon an executive committee was authorized to work in conjunction with the ex ecutive committee of the Victory Christmas celebration in providing music for community events Christ mas week. A chorus will also be rovided for the Red Cross Masque, lecember 19 and 20 at the Auditor ium. The Victory Christmas celebra tion will be all of Christmas week. Monday night of that week it is planned to have a big community meeting with the soldiers as guests and taking part. Choral and com munity singing will be featured and other forms of entertainment. Tues day evening there will be a tree and Christmas celebration more espe cially for the children. And Wednes day Christmas day, it is planned that the soldiers will be entertained in the Omaha homes during the day, an lit is hoped to form a group ot vevnteer singers from this chorus to go to the hospitals and other in stitutions of Omaha to bring a ray of pleasure and a thought of victory to the inmates, during the remain der of the week. This if a big program, and while the choir directors who were present are busy with their Christmas music, much of which preparation has been delayed because of the "flu" and the car strike, they promised to do what they conld in order to co-operate and make this sing a big success. But it Is not only the choirs who must co-operate if this idea culmin ates as the executive committee has planned. Burgess-Nash have a choir among their employes who are capable of lending their aid and. helping to make the celebration a success. There are other stores and factories in Omaha who could very easily and quickly form a group of their employes who can sing and who would like to sing with this celebration. There are many indi viduals who have always sung who could co-operate in this way now, even though they have not kept up their active interest in singing for several years. The music will be songs which every one knows, and with a big choir on the stage a tre mendous stimulus can be given to the audience to have their victory gladness ring to the rdbf. As Mr. Wallace suggested in his brief talk, , the army is a singing army, let's have a singing nation to greet the boys when they come home. The big chorus planned at presfnt is only temporary, but if everybody who can sing will help, it is hoped to form a chorus for other large celebrctions which will undoubtedly come up in the future. With the musical fraternity in back of it and lending its support a strong im petus has been given the movement. But it also needs the support and active participation of every man and women who sings, and the ac tive and continuous support Of the business men behind it. A director for the massed chorus will be chosen by the executive committees and will be announced later. "The"1' Tuesday Musical club will present Olga Samaroff, pianist, at the Brandeis theater on Thursday evening, December 12. Mme. Sam aroff has long been known in Amer ica as a pianist of high rank, and in addition to her many concert tours stye has appeared as soloist with prominent orchestras. When Mme. Samaroff was here several years ago she made a profound impres sion and all lovers of piano music are anticipating a rare treat. The program follows: Chopin Ballad. S Prelude. Ijlt. Sonata. Rachmaninoff Prelude C Sharp, Minor. Buaonl Elegy No. 4 (lntermtiio from tb Turandot Suit ) DeBusay Clair de Luna, Reflet dana l'Eau- Qabrllowltach Csorlc Burlno.ua. -) The next concert by local profes sional artists given by the music department of the Omaha .Woman's clJb will be held on the evening of Tuesday. December 17, at the Y. W. C. A. auditorium. Mr. James fcawara Carnal, bass: Mr. Cecil Berryman, pianist, and Mrs. Mabel Woodworth Jensen of Council Bluffs and recent . lv of tha faculty of the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago, will be the soloists presented. Mr. Carnal has long been known in Oma ha for his activities as a vocal teactt er, director of the choir at the First Methodist church and as a singer. Mr. Berryman is an Omaha boy who has Spent a great many years in the study of the piano, and he, too, is well-known in professional and musical circles. Mrs. Jensen is a conioarative newcomer to , Omaha mu ircl circles, as she came to Coun t cil Bluffs a bride only a year or two a. If I am sot mistaken aha has WILL PLAY FOR TUESDAY MUSICAL CLUB only appeared once professionally in Omaha at a recital given bv Miss Hazel Silver and Miss Nora Neal at the First Methodist church. Miss Neal will accompany her at the com ing concert. Further announce ment! will be made later. Musical Notes. Several of the Omaha music teachers have been suffering recent ly from the "flu." Mr. Ben Stanley is out after being confined to his home for several days. Mrs. E. R. Zabriske and members of her family are home from Clarkson hospital. Mr. Oscar Newlean is unable to meet his classes because of the mal ady. The music department of the Omaha Woman's club will give a program of Scotch and Irish music Wednesday, December 11, at 3:30 p. m., at the Y. W. C. A. audi torium. All music lovers are cordial ly invited. Miss Edith Miller is the leader. Miss Helen Anderson, so prano, will sing, and others taking part will be Mrs. M. M. Hepton stall, Mrs. R. M. Anderson, Dorothy Sandberg, Miss Mary Reed, Miss Gertrude Hislop, Mrs. Ray J. Abbott and Miss Edith Miller will be ac companists. Bagpipe accompanists will be furnished tor some of the dances and solos by Mr. George W. McDougall, and harp solos ami ac companists will be furnished by Miss Loretta Dellone. Several dances will be given by pupils of Miss Mary Cooper. BENSON The Woman's club held an open meeting at the city hall last Thurs day. Mrs. Lillian Keiter of Centerville, 3. D., was called here by the death of her father, William Beckmeyer, last week. Benson district collected $1,400 in the recent war drive fund. Earl Young and Elden Benson have returned to the state univer sity after a few days at home. Mrs. F. H. Trullinger and sister, Miss Retta Birkheimer, have re turned from Shenandoah, la., being called by the death of a relative. Mrs. Roy Young and son re turned home Saturday from an ex tended visit in Humbolt, Neb. The Evangelical Walther league met last Thursday evening. Mary Johnson and Earl Rodda served. Master Ernest Tindell, jr., is re covering from injuries received Thursday, being bumped into by an auto. Rev. and Mrs. E. J. Crews left Monday for their future home in California. Mrs. A. Babcock has returned to her home in Exeter, Neb., after a visit here with her son and family. Robert Rivett, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rivett, was a vic tim of the "flu" last week. Mrs. John Calvert will be hostess for the Needlework guild at her home on Tuesday. Miss Madeline Horton left Thurs day for Clarks, Neb., going from there to Kimberly, Idaho., to re sume school work. The funeral services of John Woodruff, pioneer resident, were held in Omaha last Thursday. John Lawson has returned to his home in Worthington, Minn., since the recovery of his son, George. Mrs. A. F. Knudson was hostess for the Methodist Ladies' Aid so ciety last Wednesday. Benson women are urged to at tend a conservation meeting held next Tuesday at 3:40 p. m. in the Central School building. The women of the English Luth eran church held their annual bazar last Thursday, serving luncheon at noon and a dinner in the evening. The death of William A. W. Whitescell of North Sixty-third street occurred last week after a few days' sickness. The second community meeting was held in the city hall gymnas ium. The officers elected were: Mrs. F. E. Young, Harlo Wilcox, Charles Robinson, chairman of pro gram and publicity, Mrs. Henry Johnson and Paul Kistler. Charged With MakinFalse Statements to Assessor Tecumseh, Neb.. Dec. 7. (Spe cial.) August Brunko. sr.. a farmer living near Sterling, was brought before County Judge Livingston Friday on a perjury charge. Mr. Brunke is accused of having made false representations in listing his personal property with the assessor, particularly in the amount of wheat he had on hand. This is the second time he has been brought into court on this charge the past sum mer and fall. He was placed under $1,000 bond Searching early for gift sensations saves Christ mas agitation. My Dear Readers: As the letters come in I'm learn- ing to listen for the more serious, thoughtful note struck by each one writing for help in filling Christmas list. The war has made thinkers! The toys requested this year are not useless by any means but they're each and all cleverly planned to develop our children; to bring out the best traits, discourage all that is unlovely. Let's give them tdu cational toys, toys that are worl- and play too. The boy is a better fr lit er, the girl a better mother, hew use they were better players. The very soul of play becomes the soui of ardent loving work in after years. After all. this is a wartime Christ mas, let all decorations have the patriotic note. We owe a generous expression of honor to the soldier and sailor over there and over here. As a last personal thought let yours be the gift that passes some thing on to others the gift of ser vice, or love, or sacrifice perhaps. Don't let the little things go until the last minute this Christmas get cards, wrappings, ribbons,. seals, etc., early. New Frocks Are in Order. "T)RESSY dresses are in lively -L' demand as the boys come back. The stores are ready with pretty dresses for every purpose; Thome's style store up Farnam St., are showing real values in the new est models, dresses you want to get right into and enjoy. You should have at least one of the "on over-the-head" blouses this season. "When Johnny Comes Marching Home." W ELCOME him with a fresh " ' service flag. The Megeatli Sta tionery Co., 1421 Farnam St., have just received an assembly of flags which make every drop of blood in one's body stir with pat riotism. The most thrilling, appeal ing flags I've seen, they make a royal welcome for the boy return ing home. A. wonderful Christmas gift for everyone, and an heirloom for all time to come. These flags, of heavy soft satin, with one. two, and three service stars, gold fringed all around, mounted on stick with heavy cord, are to be had at prices just half or one-third of what one would expect them to be. They range from 25c up. Those for 75c and $1 are lovely. Everyone who has been trying to get flags of the allied nations will welcome those in this collection. Then there are Over There service flags, also flags bearing the different insignia of ser vice. The service jewelry which we wear bespeaking our allegiance to our country and our brave boys is to be had in this patriotic display at prices at once amazing. A little phrase overheard "the one responsible button is quite the thing this year." , Everything Japanese. VrR TASO of the Nippon Import X"L ing company, 218 South Eight eenth street, is showing a very large assortment of things Japanese. There is an unusual charm in the things from the land qf cherry blos soms. Even the tiniest bag or purse has an individual touch, perhaps a bit of hand embroidery, a touch of the artist's brush, or both. Visit the shop, take your time, you'll see many suggestions. Vases, fancy china o.f all kinds, kimonos, padded silk robes for children, baskets, linens and trays. I've just sent out a charming little net frock for a happy bride who is "conserving" most sensibly, too, by getting a dress she can wear at all times and occasions after the happy event. Gifts for Children. TAf HAT are nicer gifts for little " girls than accordion pleated skirts? They are sure to be de lighted with theml The material need not be expensive, soft fabrics such as wool batiste, Nun's veiling, challis, Henrietta, etc., in four widths of 36-inch goods, allowing two inches for hem and two inches for shrinkage on each length is suffi cient. The pleating , is very inex pensive, and with cost of material will bring the cost of this gift to about $5.00. Send me a check for $5, and I will choose suitable ma terial in color stated, take it up to the Ideal Button & Pleating com pany and send you the completed garment in a very short time. To wear with a skirt of this kind, a bodice tiny indeed, for the dress is shortwaistedl Dainty undersleeves and a round neckline underguimpe is needed. Wouldn't doll ladies be "charm ed, my dear'" to take tea amidst the pleasant surroundings created by a wicker bench, teatable and arm chair, which one of the shops is shewing? "So Many People Have Asked for Waste Paper Baskets QF DISTINGUISHING beauty of line and quality, that I've gather, ed together this varied line of waste baskets," said Mr. Eldridge of the Eldridge Importing Co., the other day when I spoke of an odd-shaped basket in the window. Unusua'.', pleasing, they are $3. Even the colors are full of coquet ry this year. Have you ever seen such wonderful shades? Shoes Play a Leading Role. IN the toilet of milady I Does it not then behoove us to take care in choosing what our feet shall wear? The Walk-Over Boot Shop, 317 S. 16th street, takes great pride, and well they may, in the corrective fitting done in their shop. The foot ills they have corrected seem almost miraculous, so wonderful are they. They have inaugurated an artistic repair department where you may have that little "stitch in time" taken to prolong the life of your shoes. Have waterproof soles of Neolin or Rinex put on your shoes before the ,lst weather lets In, then you need never bother with rubbers (3) Jfioppin villi R)lly Let's enjoy the rich seductive ness And holiday attractiveness Of the shops wares arrayed In joyful measure, That we may give and share life's Fleeting pleasure. Mode creators with artfulness delicious Quite truly winning, Dame Fashion's net most vogu ish They're duly spinning. For opera, calling, matinee Or tea dansant The wintry mode's of a smart ness Tres charmant. In the world of modish inspira tion, As elsewhere, We find all frivolous origina tion Vies with air militaire. (Just as party frock, Frivolity the only motive, Dances with uniform donned As sacrificial votive) Quite severe lines, formal, cer emonious, Combine with dainty touch harmonious. Useful Gifts of Universal Appeal. HPHERE'S a peculiar appeal in a piece of leather work, fashion ed by an artist craftsman. Freling & Steinle, 1803 Farnam 6treet, have Pullman bags to please the most fastidious. And why shouldn't they? In seal, walrus or mountain goat, they have an endless array of heavy silk linings in fascinating color. Shirred pockets on the sides add to the beauty of the bags, also to their usefulness., These bags have both sewed and riveted frames. Portfolio cases for salesmen and lawyers have most convenient pock ets, to hold brothersome papers, which have a way of eluding one at the crucial moment. These are of cowhide and walrus. For the busy music person there are music cases, which will keep the music in splen did condition. There are most certainly occasions which demand a smile this is of all others a time of rejoicing. Let's have something bright to wearl For My Niece who Loves Pretty, Dainty Things. "DOLLY: Send me one of the feather fans which you spoke of finding in the Nebraska Clothing company's Millinery department, Fifteenth and Farnam, the other day," writes a lady from Colorado. Enchantingly tinted in green, taupe, American beauty, yellow, gold, pink (like the delicate lining of a shell), Alice blue, violet and creamy white. These fluffy feather vanities are mounted on tortoise, amber and ivory sticks. The price range is most unusual, for the two sizes are 52.45 and $3.75. Another accessory, which is unusually pleasing this year, is a widely artistic selection of bags. Of velvet, chenille and silk tassel trimmed, mounted uniquely; they're delightful indeed. Or if leather suits your fancy, there are many different styles from which to choose. Ask to see the new Batik blouses and frocks. They're veritible rain bowslj . There's an Unusual Charrri TYPICAL of things oriental, in the diminutive kimonos of gay ly colored challis, decorated in quaii.t figures which the Eldridge Importing Shop is showing for $3.50 and $5. A joyous surprise for any youngster from 2 to 5 years I . One of our boy's gifts this year is to be a heavy silk flag which Tolly's found. The colors are rich ly beautiful, and its large of a large ness to" satisfy any boy's heart, three feet by five feet, and $6. a Kimonos Such as You've Never Seen Before. UNLESS you have perhaps been so fortunate as to have visited Japan, are those just received by the Eldridge Importing Co., Four teenth and Farnam. They're of crepe, silk, embroidery motifs, scattered designs and set-on silks of contest ing shades. They almost defy descrip tion, so startlingly beautiful are they. One of them has a whole landscape, volcano crater, flight of graceful birds, everything which makes up that country of dreams is pictured i.i fairy stitchings. An exhibition remarkable. Modesty vestees are neckwear's latest favorites. Modesty vestees (they were called tuckers when grandmother was a girl) are such dainty things made of very delicate fabrics they are worn to give a touch of white to the face, in this season of sombre colors. . For The Booklover. WHOSE books ever had enough bookends? Every lover of books wants to have his treasures ' at hand when the spirit moves to i.pen to so.ne favori. place. The Alia shop, 207 South Eighteenth street, is showing hand carved bookends for $2.95 to $5. Buhas from $6 to $25. The Great Spirit, the hc.olc Indian figure on his iiorse, E Pluribus Unum, with a patriotic device particularly pleasing just rrow. and a very gord P. O. E. which will f i 1 high f-- with thj num bers ol that 'od'-c $ Ideal Expressions of Yuletide Cheer. HE gifts for men which the Albert Edholm Jewel Shop, 16th and Harney are showing this season are exceedingly adaptable to personalities, so distinctive in beauty so rarely designed each detail of workmanship. There are scarf pins each a joy in itself. Black opals placed in cunningly enameled set tings. A bronze rosebud pearl is surrounded by tiny sapphires. This shop is sole agent for the Patek Phillipe Co., Swiss watches, an agency given only to representative dealers in a community. Tiffany in New York has the agency there. Chains to go with these watches are intricately fine-linked, some of them with pearls between the links. A set of octagon shaped cuff links of plat inum have cabachon sapphires on 'one side, diamonds on the other. Gifts affording infinite satisfaction to the wearer! . New Coats. NEW coats unpacked at Thome's as I stepped in yesterday are full-backed affairs with great wide sweep navy blue or plum, collars I -tided with fur. Richly lined and .rmly interlined, you'd readily pay $65, but they were pricing them at $49.75. An original gift have baby's kodak picture enlarged and mounted on a heavy art card with calendar which a local shop have all ready to insert the picture and hang by heavy silk cord. They cost from 10c to 25c. ' The Vogue of Furs THE FUR wrap which serves many purposes well entirely appropriate for street wear equally useful for evening is the marked feature of the new winter fur fash ions. The Aulabaugh Fur shop, Nineteenth and Farnam, are showing superb fur garments. Especially cap tivating is a Kolinsk, cape scarf with draped fur ends caught into tortoise shell buckles, with- '..aot of the fur holding a bunch of tails. This bit cf furry loveliness is $175. Artistic Lamp Shades. I UNDERSTAND that the Orch ard & Wilhelm company, Six teenth and- Howard, have a very skillful designer and special facili ties to fashion lamp shades in rich fabric and color combinations to harmonize most graciously with the decorations of your homel For Large Women. NOW my dears, please do not he offended, but are you quite satisfied' with your lines? Do you perhaps look a trifle "dumpyish?" All of those ugly humps and bumps may be smoothed away in a thor . .0ii!y scientific and corrective way, approved by the leading doctors of the day, if vou will visit or write Mrs. D. A. .taiH, 205 Neville, build ing, Sixteenth and Harney. Mrs. Hill is a corset specialist of many years' standing. Luncheon Sets of Gauze. THE Alia Shop. 207 S. 18th St., are showing luncheon sets of sheerest gauze, hand-painted in love ly flower designs. The large round doily with twelve small ones has line of gold round the edge with flowers painted in toward the center. These sets are easily washed. Refreshingly new, they're $2 a set. (PATRIOTIC! - an? doing m2'r Amas SAopping nov Bewitching Petticoats. NO matter how quietly demure, even severe the outside apparel, every woman loves frivolous frills on her intimate garments. Thompson, Belden Co., 16th & Howard, are jhovviiig, on the second floor of their store, the very loveliest petticoats of the season. Fashioned on graceful lines of sumptuously soft fabrics to produce the slender silhouette, they have chosen color combinations to bring joy to the most artistic. One in rich sapphire blue has throe lines of shirring at the head of a flounce which is finished in shal low scallops edged in fringing. A jersey with all-over Persian design lias deep accordian pleated flounce. There are many combinations of colors, all of them wholly captivat ing. One of green has figures, swir ling lines of purple, set into the deep flounce. A royal purple with designs of rose is a surprising combination. Royal blue which picked, very wisely, an old rose silk to set off its beauty is proud indeed of the choice 1 And original indeed is the purple model whose achievement is a Ro man stripe effect by use of applied hands of ribbon in different shades of green, blue, rose, and gold. For the wholly frivolous frock, there is a flesh colored messaline with four rows of satin ribbon frilled round and round. These are charming gifts of Christmas joy. A tray cloth and bib I saw the other day have a dear little boy pictured thereon, who has three bunnies, all of them eating big orange carrots. Everything for Men. IS to be found in the shop which I've found between Sixteenth and Ffteenth on Farnam street, the J. T. McQuillin Shop. They have a most .interesting selection of scarfs in two tones woven so that the colors blend, black, and red. black and white, blue and white and heavy khaki wool with silk fringe, with a price range from $2 to $4. Send your boy in the service a money belt of caflvas for $1.25, or a set combining with the belt three handkerchiefs (khaki, of course) for $3, or six stock collars of white. Portable Sewing Machine. EVER in search of something new, Polly has found in the E. B. Williams Electric Shop, 312 South Eighteenth, a 'new sewing machine which is full sized, yet no larger than a traveling bag and as easily carried. What a joy tO sew with a machine run by electricity, one which you do not have to pedal, saving both time and energyl Then, too, I've found a sewing ma chine motor which may be attached to your machine. I'll be happy to send you picture folders of both of these. The New Edison. , TVT EN have worked to produce a phonograph that would actual ly recreate the wondrous voices of splendid artists, the various instru ments of the musician and the as sembled orchestra, band and sym phony from the time the first crude instrument was made to repeat "Mary Had a Little Lamb." The most critical endorse the New Edi son. Make a special visit to the Rouse Edison Parlors, 1924 Farnam street, to hear these instruments which are investments for the future and a continuous happiness for ev ery member of the family. Pets Make Delightful Gifts. TH HERE is one shop in Omaha . where you should not fail to fitake the children when you are down Mown, the Max Geisler Bird Shop, 1617 Farnam street. Polly recalls every one of the joyful visits made to this shop when she was a kiddie! Here you will see not only birds from all countries of the world in exotic colors, canaries, finches, par rots, cockatoos, and dogs of high est pedigree, but daintil; graceful old fish in a six-foot aquarium. 4 Wear a cheerful waistcoat with a somber suit Delight on Christmas morn ing repays th early shopping warning. Stunning Winter Suits. ON THE streets of Omaha just recently I have been impressed with the number of good looking suits. We seem to have caught the spirit of the east "the winter suit." Further proof of the popularity of suits for winter wear was apparent to me when I visited Lamond's Smart Wear for Women shop, second floor Securities building, Sixteenth and Farnam. Such good looking and really smart winter suits one seldom can find in December. Mr. Lamond was just unpacking more new winter models, which he is offering at the same discount marked on regular stock suits a rare combination of ultra modish styles and bargain prices! One is never too young nor too old to add to the picturesquesness of life by wearing becoming clothes. High Shades the favorite Among Blouses. NEW blouse shades, sunset, glory, volga, seal, soldier blue are found at Thome's style store; high shades are correct. Hand painted or Batik blouses have ap peared. Oriental blouses are much favored. Yarn trimmed, coins, and pretty ornaments embellished some. Tell your friends to look at Thome's for these new blouses, 1812 Farnam, you know. A little blue sweater I saw this week had four or five rows of taupe chenille knitted as a facing round the neckline. Tres chic! Flowers You Couldn't Forget. TF YOU were in the hospital feel ing sick and mighty blue, cause it's Christmas time, you'd never for get the joy that warmed your heart when you received, the enchanting basket of pale green, filled with airy pink and rose sweetpeas, and fluffs of "baby's breath," tied with puffy loops of tulle in delicate pink, to which was attached a card with two velvety pansies. This is only one of the lovely things they do in the way of artistic service at the John Bath Flower shop, Eighteenth and Far nam. Give them a few details, they'll quickly grasp the situation, and sug gest a correct expression of your thoughts. The spring hats will be as "satiny" as can be. Baskets. MAHOGANY tinted with lining of soft rose crepe over pad ding of cotton, I just wanted to tuck it under my arm and take it home with me, for it is the nicest big round basket imr;inablet -Only one of the- jnany which the Omaha Reed & Rattan Co., 640 South 16th St., are showing. When in doubt give baskets. t For that new desk rose, blue and gold desk sets in silk brocade under transparent celluloid, a novelty gift, $7.50. Paris Says: 'TT'S bad taste to buy new clothes when there are months of wear still in your last season's waists and dresses." And Parisian women who never before thought of economy, now boast of their dyed clothes! Dresher Bros., 2217 Farnam are pre pared to clean, mend, and dye your garments satisfactorily, ornament ally. Lamps to add distinctive beauty, not alone to the room in which they glow, but to the whole home as well, are those just received in one of the local shops. A substantial base of wood, hand carved, is decorated in dull gold splashed with effective color, topped by shades of a mag1 nificence to seize one's heart with joy. The lights are operated by long cords of deep rose, with dang ling tassels of the same with taupe silk knots. The fair Parisienne is fond of us ing background of black satin for gorgeous effects in embroidery and designing. A most charming effect is attained by panels longer than tbt dress. Just "The Dearest" Gift HTWO little girls are going to be very happy on Christmas day when they receive the gift boxes which Mrs. Humphrey arranged for ( them this week. In each box, nest ' ling in folds of white tissue, there's a bottle of "Dearest," a toilet water of rare fragrance with a natural flower and tiny fern floating therein; a box of "Dearest" talcum powder, a tiny bottle of "Dearest" sachet and a box of Bathygiene to scent and soften the water of the little lady's bath. In holly and mistletoe-cover- , ed boxes, wrapped, sealed and tied in true Christmas fashion. Each has a card, bearing very aptly, "Just The Dearest" meaning, of course, dearest to the dearest. Could any thing be a greater delight the whols year through? Each one of these boxes cost $2.00, and is only one of the ways in which Mrs. Humphrey, of the Franco-American shop, 72 Brandeis building, is arranging Christmas boxes these days I The very smartest thing in bags . traveling bags a grained cowhide, handsewn, collapsible. Artful Brlc-A-Brac. FIRST of all I want to tell you of the art flowers just received by the A. Hospe Co., 1513 Douglas. They're the most ideally lovely flowers I've seen, pussy willows, soft gray furry buds with a touch of orange and yellow, on stem, mi mosa, magnolia, cosmos, locust, on cdium, goldlack and chrysanthe mums, sre s few of these dainty art blossoms. Nut bowls at $1.50, $2 and $3. Japanese trays, $1 to $7. Sewing baskets, $1 to $5, smokingvjets for table or standard with new match holders $1.50 to $4.50. Something new in all 6f these. Christmas, boxes certainly add to Christmas joy. The very newest ones have a big gold sticker bearing greetings and the box is scarlet Plush Coats. "T HORNE'S for plush coats" aptly expresses the situation at this up-Farnam shop. In the base, ment stock room are great rack of handsome seal plush coats iff dust-proof cases, .vaiting the ..all to tl.j salesroom to replace garment! sold. Many stvlej are priced, $39.75, $34.50 and $29.75. Have you seen the new standard frames? They seem to make pic tures more personal. If you're go ing to 6end a picture this year, why not send it in one of these frames! Of heavy gold, they're $1.10. i I ' .4 It's a Treat to Eat , . AT THE Flatiron cafe, Seven teenth and St. Marys avenue, any time of the day or week. Some Sunday plan to eat downtown, and you will find that their Sunday dim ncr is most delectable, and it is served at your convenience, either at noon or in the evening, 75c a plate. The Flatiron Tea Room, a gratifying favor to Omaha shoppers, is open during the mornings and af- ternoons. They've already estab lished a reputation for the original charm of their dainty "goodie" con ceptions. The soft dep velvet way has been a very attractive one this year, judg ing by the enormous quantities of chiffon velvet I've sent out. .cerity Of Service IF you have visited the Jacobs Lee drug store, Fifteenth and Douglas, you have noted the sincere desire to serve you which charac terizes it. A typical theater drug store, you'll say. Here you may meet your friends (or wait for the one who is "so tardy my dear"), buy sweets to munch during the pic tures or get a box for the youngsters at home. The luncheonettes served every day appeal to the many busy people who have formed an appe tite for their rich, creamy chocolate and delightful sandwiches. The same sincerity of service which we 'h. 'e found in the other Jacobs-Lee drug store at Seventeenth and Douglas. When I bought silk underwear a few days ago, I noticed a tiny en-, velope fastened to one of the shoul der ribbons. Upon inquiry I found that it was tinting to use in launder ing! VERY EARLY ON CHRISTMAS MORNING IT WOULD BE NICE TO TIPTOE INTO THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND FIND: A aurprta boa- for a llttla lrl, "tot rainy daya or.whn tha akr la blue" SOc. 'You'd hat to b It aag, ao fill It" thla laundry bag, with Ita brightly col or! Mothr Oooaa picture SOc. Flipper toy tic. A dolly fan, cunning 1ndd, with It miniature (tick of carved lrory SCo. ' A ftahlng game 25c. (Tou'll not need any bait!) Mr Mtiltl.nlv. whft'tl Aft VAitr auma "without worry or flurry, whatever your hurry" 30c. i Tiny knitting bag, hand-painted, $1. For, however young, one would never dar to venture to a tea-party without m' knitting nowl . Th "Dolly Twin" carved from wood, thee dainty lad in, and they'r th haa dle of a jumping rope 0c. I Little atory booki nd tbey are little lis. There are a number of thea ta a little box. Bib In a gift box; th child who wear th i will alwaya be "aweat a a roae." Little Mtea Muffet aehool book bat - $1.25. Brownie toy bags $1.10. (Hundreds ( toy It aeem, o many are there.) Bubble let In big box with pan, and, listen, my dear, theae are fairy pip, for th bubble they blow are colored Ilka th ralnbowl H.J5. (0