The Press., 1900-12-20

iarly for the holiday trade too much can- not be said for the good taste displayed. A long counter Is filled with pretty china pieces which retail for 10 cents each. There is much difference in price between the ID cent goods and the new Wedge wood goods, but those who are looking for the "real thing' will not mind the diff ference. The stock of china includes sev- eral other leading styles and variety of articles too numerous to mention. There Is fine display of glass ware, including water sets, wine sets, decanters and other single pieces for various purposes. The new nickle ware presents handsome ap- pearance, is easy to take care of, and not as expensive as silver. The stock of lamps includes some beauties. Some of the best lamps are so arranged that gas, electricity or kerosene can be 1sed. A brief description cannot do this stock ius ,sace, for it must be seen to be fully ap- pfeciatad.
 G. H. BAKER & co.
 \ The stock of G. H. Baker & Go. sells the year round. but it is at the holiday season that it's merits are the most keenly appreciated. In no line has the genius of workmanship made more rapid progress during the century just passed than in the production of beautiful furniture You realize this when you examine the side pdo for 1o es, screens, chamber sets, odd chairs, bamboo furniture, parlor tables, and the many other things displayed at Bakers. You can also find here an elegant line of lamps, all styles ranging in price from 25 cents to $20. In pictures there is also a diverse collection. In decorated china there is a display that Is hard to match outside the cities. You can find a jar diniere to please you here, and if you want palm or rubber plant with it there are plenty at the greenhouses. A city stock of up.to-date goods fittingly describes the stock of furniture and china at the Baker store.
 W. G. ELLIS.
 w. G. Ellis, in an interview the first of the week, acknowledged that he had in stock many things that are necessary for the holiday season. It Is not necessary to speak of the choice spices, dried fruits and other articles used in cooking Christ mas dainties, as he housewives of Staf- ford know that nothing but the best Is sold at this store. Among the many ar- ticles that can be bought to advantage here are oranges, candy, nuts, grapes, bananas, cranberries, sweet potatoes, dates, figs, raisins and pop corn. He will have for Christmas the famous California navel oranges. These oranges do not rot, are of good size and appearance, and are as sweet as any that grow. MT. Ellis handles nothing but Patterson's candies and in addition to the broken has the par goods. In grapes he has the malagas anG catawbas, both choice fruit. In nuts ht has all kinds, including hickory walnuts ANDREW WILTON.
 In an address before the Pennyroya debating society at the headquarters il Andrew Whiton's grocery Nelson Town, made the following statement: "Yo, will never see good times again until W, have change in the administration At the time this statement was made th entire force, including the governor, wer, as busy as possible putting up goods fo distribution on the order routes, custom CTS were dropping in from time to time and to all appearances good times wer prevailing. This Is 8 busy place at al times, but at this season, when there an increased demand for oranges, nuts candies, cigars by the box. and the vari ous other Christmas dainties, there ar no idle moments at Whiton's. The bes of everything for Christmas or any othe season can be found at this popular gro cery.
 K. L. BURR.
 The store of E. l.. Burr is a convenien one to drop into. Situated on one of tn of the best business corners the location Is excellent. The convenient location not the only attraction for shoppers. Il the well-selected stock are many article that must be used at this season in tn production of fancy articles and othe things for Christmas gifts. If you ar troubled to find some little article il the dry goods line, it is 10 to that Bur will have just what you want. The stor has an individuality of It's own. Her are to be found fine line of aprons an handkerchiefs. Those fancy boxes fo your work, neckties and manicure set can be found at Burr's. He has goo line of flannel waists, coats, capes, col larettes, mackintoshes. wrappers, under skirts, and many other useful articles.
 J. M. LEACH.
 As you enter the store of J. M. Leacl the first thing that strikes your attention Is the handsome show case filled witt neckwear and jewelry. One of the spec ialties this year is line of handsom neck chains for the ladies. For men h has pretty fob and link chains, sleeve an, cuH buttons, shirt studs, etc. A goo warm ulster or winter suit would be present to be appreciated. Among tn other things from which selection cal be made are fancy suspenders, gloves
 fine silk umbrellas, cardigan jackets sweaters, outing flannel night shirts mackintoshes, house coats, smoking jack 0f znn . kerchiefs in silk and linen, etc. A fin line of muffiers just received for Christ mas buyers. Your inspection is invited H. s. ABEL.
 When you come to think of it, ther are many things in an up-to-date clothin store suitable for Christmas gifts. Yo can suit your pocketbook, as there are variety of things for little money tha