THE OMAHA SUNDAY BEE: SEPTEMBER 26, 1920.
Tornado Jarred
Loose City Spirit,
Says J. D. Larson
Community Welfare Move
ment and Right lo Live
Right Outgrowth of v
Disaster, He Says.
"Omaha is a better city because
it was stricken by, a tornado," says
J. David Larson, commissioner of
the Chamber of Commerce. Not that
fir. Larson believes another such
khaking will ever be needed, but he
discerns in the fellowship developed
o a day of need, the seeds of the
community spirit that has bloompd
in Omaha ever since.
"The people of a community are
banded together in pursuit of a
livelihood and happiness," said Mr.
Larson today. "In discussing the
r.eed for spiritual and moral force
to insure the success cf a commun
ity, he made the point that a city
must be more than a place to make
money. '
"The ties which bind people to
gether are economic and social," he
said. "Where the economic over
balances the social, the community
is on dangerous sands. Where the
economic life is dormant! there is
want and physical suffering. The
foundation of a city is the spirit
or soul of mankind, while the super
structure is the material.
Spirit is What Counts.
"Where the spirit of a people has
been properly developed and the
finer qualities cultivated, it is por
t:ayd in their community building.
If the spirit is dead, the community
i.. dead, no matter what its outward
appearance. '
"The live spirit is portrayed in
the appearance ot the homes, lawns,
trees, flowers and .i the back-lots
,iiid alleys, j It 'is pictured , in the
chools, parks, playgrounds and m ;
the churches, the divorce courts and ;
jails. The people on the streets, j
in the elevators, on the street cars, i
are daily. tHIing the observer the
character of their community.
Sometimes it requires a catas
trophe to arouse the community
spirit. The great war aroused our
nation to its best endeavor, and out
of it is undoubtedly coming a com
pensation tcrthe people because they
are realizing the power of unity.
Human Element Considered.
"Where there is no visioli iii com
munity planning, 'communities are
built in a mess. If the men and
women of yesterday in some of our
larger cities 'had had the proper
vision the school children would not
be gasping for breath in the limited
playgrounds surrounding school
houses. Entire blocks of residences
would not now havi to brtprn down
to make room for parks and play
grounds. "The human clement is playing a
more important role' in city building
than ever before. Captains of in
dustry, in sccurine locations today,
are considering the civic part of a
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as they are transportation, raw ma
terials and available sites. The in
dustrial man knows that his busit
iipss will succeed only to the extern
which his workmen are contented,
and contented workingmen today
seek something besides tenement
with a dark alley to serve as the
children's playground. ,
"The captain of industry will in
vesttgate the niittiber of parks in a
city, playgrounds, schools, churches
amusements, housingfacilities, civic
centers, charities, how they are or
ganized, etc. All play a very ini
portant part in the location of in
dustry. With these - civic improve
ments come contentment to work
ingmen, and for that comes more ef
ficiency in manufacturing, which
brings reward to all concerned.
"These things are not luxuries;
they are necessities, and any com
munity building for tomorrow does
i. rnnor tn the rhilHren of today and
the men and women of tomorrow if
it does not take full cognizance of
their responsibility in providing
these essentials and making a pleas
ant place in which to live.
About NebraskaV Record.
"There are various factors in de
termining the spirit of a community;
Taking Nebraska as a whole, it com
pares very favorably with the re
mainder of the United States, hut
there is considerable room for im
provement. Using a few vital sta
tistics: '
"There are enrolled in the schools
of the nation 75.8 per cent. The etH
rollment in Nebraska is 84 per centi
"The percentage of illiteracy- in
America is 7.7. In Nebraska only
19 per cent are illiterate. .
"Nebraska has 19, per 10,000 in
sane, while, for the nation, the pro
portion is 2 per 10,000.
"In crime there are five per 10,000
in prison, while in. this state there
are four per 10.000. ' , ,
"Nebraska has. 101 marriages per
10,000, while the nation has 105, and
ns divorces make a further unfavor
able showing of 13. per 10,000, while
those for the entire country are 11
per 10,000. -.,
About Church Goers.
"The church yverase compares
favorably with othqr states, but this
is only 48 per'csfct "of trie inhabi
tants,' enrolled in, the congregation,
and a still smaller number attends.
The larger the enrollment and the
greater the attendance ; in churches,
the higher the character of citizen
ship. Nomattef what the church,
tliore is an appeal to the soul which
makes for a higher, citizenship.
- "Develop the soul and the char
acter of the citizens by making the
churches a living thing. '
"Make your community a good
place in which to live by enphasiz
ing the civic life.
"Keep your community clean.
"Have ample parks and gardens
and playgrounds to .develop the chil
dren and rest the parents.
"Build schools with ' plenty- of
breathing space and have them teach
that it is an honor to work and do
something well.
"Use the school buildings as civic
centers where con;mitnity groups
may be educated hf city and nation
al affairs.
"Ruild always with a thought of
, tomorrow." - ' ', " . .
Wage increases of from. 5 to 10
per cent, pottery works owners offer
their employes will be submitted to
a referendum by officers of the Na
tional Brotherhood of Operative
Potters. If ratified the rates will be
come effective the first pay day after
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Announcing a Beautiful Exhibit of .
A $3,500 "Town Blouse"
Every woman should ee this wonderful blouse, made of genuine
Rose Point lace, and denotes the exceptional art and workman
ship of every "Town Blouse." Our Second Floor West.
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FOR CROWING OMAHA
Mrs. Wheelock's Free Cooking School
Free cooking classes daily at 10:30 a. m. and 2:30 p. m. in our
new Houseware Dept., on the Fifth Floor. Hundreds are learn
ing to cook under Mrs. Wheelock's instructions.
Menu for Monday
Swedish Sponge Cake Graham Cookies
Bacon and Egg Croquets Tarts Salad Dressing
Boiled Rice with Chocolate
The Joy of Possessing
Beautiful Furs
IS GREATLY enhanced by securing them
at the start of the season. A few of the
most desirable buys to be found in our
greatly enlarged Fur Section are as follows:
Scotch Mole Coatee, 395.00
Sports model, 30 inches long, with belt attached; large
shawl collar and bell cuffs; , OQC QQ
priced at UJOJr
Scotch Mole Coat, 495.00
In 36-inch length, with full 72-inch sweep; large cape
collar; belted model, trimmed in wide AMI All
, bands of reversed mole; priced at JtJ.vV,
Hudson Seal Coat, 695.00
ler.ted skins, in 36-inch model ;
entire garment stayed and lined with Malhnson s silk, hav
ing wind shield in sleeves; shawl collar and cuffs CQC Art
of best quality Minnesbta skunk; priced at VJO.VV
Hudson Seal Coat, 650.00
In 36-inch model; shawl collar and cuffs self-trimmed;
belted-model with bell sleeves; CCA AA
priced at UtW.UV
Brandeis Stores Second Floor Center
ReproducedWithAll Their Original Charm
French
y
Hats
FROM the days of the famous beauties
for which France is renowned, a sug
gestion of coquetri and romance has
clung to the crowning touch of a
woman's toilette, The French Hat.
These hats, which have been repro
duced by 'famous New York and Chi
cago designers, are in the most beauti
ful materials and trimmings of the
season.
The Garniture Themes
Suggestions
from ours
Jteautiful
Art
Department
Waste Paper
Baskets
Made of card board in pink and
blue floral decorations; gilt
edges; appropriate for bed
rooms; while they last, 'Jq
each, at
A Noteworthy Ensemble of
Gowns
In Distinguished;Creations
PORTRAYING original touches in artis
tic embroideries, iridescent beads, ex
quisite laces, frills and ruchings, in del
cate or more elaborate effects. Few, in
deed, are the materials that cannot adapt
themselves tcj thejines of the new cos
tumes. ' ,
SilkWvetpnt Satin,
Canton Crepe, ittens Ear 'Crepe,
Crepe M eteqr, Velvet, Georgette,
Tricotine, Tricolette, Laces,
Foiret Twillsj Serges, RichBrocadei
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are the more popular materials. Even
more fascinating than ever is the endless
variety of new neck lines, original sashes
and clever bits of trimming.
Prices range from
79.00 up to 250.00
Brandeis Stores Second Floor West
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Feathers, Fancies of Ostrich, metal trimmings and veils are favored
themes of garniture, and it is interesting to fnon hon many charm
ing rvays they are adapted. Women can maf(e selections from this
group rvith confidence that these are hats whose vogue mil endure.
Prices range from 20.00 to 35.00
Brandeis Stores Second Floor East
Stamped Huck y
Towels
Attractive designs which re
quire little work.
65c and 89c Each
Stamped Bed
Spreads
With patches for applique work;
the design, a basket of flowers,
requires little work, yet is very
effective.
Each at 10.00
Third Floor West
Monday An Exceptional Sale of
Fine Bed Spreads
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Here is a chance for everv house keeDer to save about 30 on bed
spreads. It has been some time since we have been able to offer such
exceptional bargains. We list six of the best values for your approval.
For this sale we include a special lot of fancy
printed and cretonne bed sets in exquisite
colorings and attractive patterns; set consists
of one spread and one Doister to -j t i
4.50 Spreads
The crocheted kind, with hemmed or scal
loped cut corners; all very attrac- O QQ
tive patterns; choice for Monday, at fci.IO
to match; very special, at
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6.00 Spreads
Extra large size crocheted spreads; heavy quality,
with hemmed ends; very attractive pat- A QQ
terns; special, each, at HitJO
10.00 and 12.00 Spreads
Superior satin finished, extra quality' damask
spreads; exquisite patterns, with scalloped and cut
corners; a special value in this sale, J QQ
a w
each, at
19.50 Satin Spreads
Beautiful high-class satin finished sets, consisting
of one spread with scalloped edges, cut corners,
bolster to match; elaborate patterns; A Efl
5.98
Satin Damask
Spreads, at
Regular 7.89 Values
This lot includes high-class
satin damask spreads; large
size, with hemmed ends; also
colored striped sets, in pink
or blue, scalloped cut cor
ners, bolster to match; very
special, your choice for
Monday, at 5.98
priced, for the one day only, at
Brandeis Stores Main Floor South
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Monday An Exceptional Sale of Wash Goods
A Sale of Fall Wash Fabrics
An unusual collection for Fall wear at temptingly low prices.
The values range from 60c to 98c yard.
Foundation silk, silk and cotton mixed, 36 inches wide.
Beach suiting in a variety of plain colors, 36 inches wide.
Dress pdplin, highly yarn mercerized, 27 inches wide.
Linen finished suiting, all plain shades, 36 inches wide.
Genuine soisette, in assorted colors, 32 inches wide.
Novelty dress voile, 38 and 40 inches wide.
Nainsook of fine white combed yarn, 36 inches wide.
Monday
Your Choice
at
Yard
Brandeis Stores Basement West
Lining Sateen
Mill remnants in a wide
assortment of colors; regu
lar 79c to 1.00 quality; spe
cial, at, per yard, t
Cotton Challie
Mill remnants, 36 inches
wide; beautiful floral and
Persian patterns for house
dresses, kimonos and wrap
pers; suitable for comforter
coverings; per yard, at
Natural Color Embroi
Linen
Of Irish manufacture, with
soft finish, easily punctured;
suitable for piano, dresser or
buffet scarfs, doilies and
many other fancy linens; 18
inches wide; worth 1.10 per
yard, special, Monday, yard,
48c
25c
dery
79c
Housewares, China and Glassware
Specially Priced
For Monday rve are offering some exceptional bargains from our
nerp China and our new Housewares Department on the Fifth Floor
Monday China Specials
Dinner Sets
Beautifully decorated
and treated with coin
gold; set of 49 pieces; OP AA
priced, at
Water Goblets
Of blown glass in iri
descent cut effects;
regular 12.00 values;
specially priced, the
dozen, at
7.50
Fifth Floor-
Lenox China
Tea pot, sugar and
creamer, dainty new
shape, decorated with
sterling silver; the set
for
)
18.50
Sugar and Creamer Sets
In genuine Sotsuma
ware; beautiful ware
that will please you;
the set for
East
3.50
Monday Exceptional Values in
Home Rugs and Draperies
For Monday, rve have assembled some
and draperies, which we offer at splend
Monday Specials in Housewares
Combinettes
Made of white enamelware, with
"J2.il and cover; special, at
Electric Irons
Six-pound size, fully nickel
plated and guaranteed .for
one year; 5 feet of cord at
tached; special, at
1.98
6.29
Duplex Fireless Cooker
With complete set of
of utensils and cook
book with every cooker; A QQ
Percolators
Of pure aluminum; ex
tra good weight; highly
polished' and finished;
8-cup size ; specially
priced, at
8-quart size; special, at
Brandeis Stores Fifth Floor West
2.19
Home Rugs
Wilton Velvet Rugs
9x12 high grade seamless rugs; very serv
iceable in new up-to-date patterns; suitable
for any room in the house; worth tZA C A
69.50; priced at 0.OU
Seamless Rugs
8-3x10-6 closely woven Wilton velvet rugs;
no seams; Oriental and conventional de
signs in harmonious colorings; AJ CA
worth 59.50; priced at " '
Axminster Rugs
Seamed and seamless grades in medallion,
floral and Oriental designs; CC A A
worth 75.00; priced at OO .UU
4-Yard Wide Linoleum
Genuine cork linoleum, with thoroughly well
seasoned enamel surface; ideal for kitchen
or dining room; tile, block, wood and
mosaic patterns; per square 1 OQ
yard, l.7
Fourth Floor- Center
exceptional values in fine rugs, curtains
id savings over the regular selling prices.
Drapes Curtains
Panel Laces
In strips 6 to 9 inches wide; beautiful pat
terns; worth 1.25 to 1.50; special, for Mon
day, at 1.00 and 1.25
Cretonnes
One lot, 36 inches wide, which sold for 1.50
per yard, special, Monday, at, per ?Q
yard,
Curtain Nets
Very special values, worth 3.50 O Pn
per yard; special, at tiJJ
Mercerized Madras
All new patterns in staple oolors; 36 inches
2.00
Monday An Extraordinary Sale of
Black Silks Wool Goods
Black Silks Greatly Reduced
Black silks were never so popular as they are now for street,
afternoon and evening wear. Do not fail to avail yourself of
these wonderful and sensational offerings:
Satin Messaline, 36 inches wide, worth 2.95, yard, 1.69
Satin de Luxe, 36 inches wide, worth 3.50, yard 2.50
Peau de Soie, 36 inches wide, worth 3.50, yard, 2.50
Chiffon Taffeta, 36 inches wide, worth 2.50, yard, 1,75
Satin Charmeuse, 40 inches wide, worth 5.50, yard, 3.50
Crepe back Suede Satin, 40 inches wide, worth 8.50, yd., 4.05
Cashmere Satin, 40 inches wide, worth 4.50, yard, 2.95
Satin Duchess, 36 inches wide, worth 3.50, yard, 2.50
Brandeis Stores Main Floor Center
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Monday Specials in Wool Goods
wide; priced at, per
yard,
Plain Marquisette
In white and ivory; 36 inches wide; regular
75c quality; special, at, per A Q
yard,
Printed Voiles
With colored borders; 40 inches wide; our
regular 1.00 quality; special, at GQ
per yard,
Wool Chiffon Broadcloth
One of the most favored Fall and
Winter fabrics, sponged and shrunk;
season's most fashionable colorings,
including black, are shown ; QJJ
priced, yard, at
Plaid Suitings
In fine all wool quality, velour and
serge weaves; very newest and most
attractive color combinations for
the new tuck and plaited skirts; 56
I inches wide; Monday, at
! 4.95 to 6.50
Men's Wear Serge
An extra fine quality in navy blue
only; all wool and a soft fine quality
that will tailor well for suits and
dresses; 54 inches wide; O QE
Monday, per yard, O.IO
All-Wool Tricotine
Fine 54-inch quality; justly popular
for Autumn suits and dresses; this
handsome fabric is available in mid
night and navv blue and is Driced.
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for Monday, at
per yard,
5.95
Fourth Floor East
Brandeis Stores Main Floor Center
September JS.-v