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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1918-09-04
PRICE INTERPRETING COM
MITTEE FOR WiNNESHIEK
COUNTY.
Approved by Food Administration

Approved by Food Administration
X. /. Haugen, Chairman.
F. j. Rosenthal, Secretary.
Personnel of Committee 1.
w. Brunt, Richard Schrubbe, Mr..
Croft, II. Jansen, DEBORAH; Steen
Johnson, Ridgeway; r. B. Jones,
Ossian; L. j. Vogel, Calmar.
Below is fair price on the fol-
lowing items as made and considered
at a meeting held by the committee
Tuesday, Aug. 27. 1918.
Cost Selling
IIrhnnf flour 40 LII canL G . 90 GO %
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1918-09-04

Patriots VIII Register. Others
MUST.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1918-09-04

sweetnened ..6h ..0S
Butter, creamery prints, &c per ID.
profit.
|, Eggs, &c per dozen profit.
The prices are established, based
on a fixed margin of profit over the
cost. In the event that a customer
purchases. an article for a higher
figure than the maximum, quoted,
such customer can and should en-
Quire on what market the retailer
purchased.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
TALKATIVE TURK
AT CAMP MEADE
HASN0 AUDIENCE

CAMP MEADE, Nd, April 5o.-Pri-
vate Asa Abraham, Turk, from Wash
ington,. Is here among 10000 soldiers,
but cannot find an audience. His
little crowd from his end Of town has
been scattered by transfers. Sc is
puzzled. As soon as anybody gets
within ten feet Of him he begins to
talk.
"Is it that the Sultan would not
have me and now the Uncle Sam he
won't give me a gum" he asks.
Abraham Is very, very fat, and
when it comes to talking has been
unequipped with terminal facilities.
His stories run on endless1y like the
Arabian Nights tales. He was, in
deed, a Turkish subject. a Syrian and
q Christian, and a hater OF the
Turkish government, very bitter
against the Kaiser, and very fond.
indeed, of the Stars and Stripes.
This is not the first time he was
drafted. The Sultan once picked him
for service, but even in Turkey, he
said there are exemption boards or.
rather, Judges. Abraham said that
one way to get an exemption was to
enter the room OF the judge with
eyes closed, with hands outstretched
as n cropping in darkness, go right
up TO the judge and feel for the palm
Of the judge. BY leaving money in
the itching palm the applicant for
exemption is marked down as blind.
Abraham did not try that in Wash
ington, because he Is willing here to
do his bit. He was sad, sad. however.
when a shift OF forces left him with
no one to talk to. The personnel
system and the calls from General
PershinE have left Abraham alone.
He wants to- 20 to war or back TO
Washington at once. II the army
needs a man who can talk freely and
abundantly in many Oriental Ian
EUages Abraham may get a real job
Yet.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
ALL7STAR CAST TO
PLAY 4OUT THERE"
TOAD RED CROSS

An "aIl-Etar" cast. not OF three or
four stars. but Of fifteen of the fore
most players on the American stage,
will be seen IN the unique production
70 be given in Washington Monday
evening. May 10. and the entire pro
ceeds will be turned over to the Dis
trict Of Columbia Red Cross Chapter.
That date was announced last even
ing for the Washington production Of
"out There" which is making a three
weeks swing around the big cities Of
the United States.
The players donate their services
and pay their own expenses, and the
use OF the National Theater, includ-
ing It's attaches and orchestra, has
been contributed by Manager Harry
Rapley.
Among the players in the cast will
be George Arliss, George NJ. Cohan,
Mrs. Fiske. Viola Allen. James, h
HAckett, Julia Sanderson, Laurette
Taylor. II. 3. Warner and Chauncey
Olcott. In addition, THE Star-Spsn-
gled Banner" will be sung by a grand
opera star OF world renown.
The production was arranged by
these and other players as a means
OF contributing their share to the
campaign of the Red Cross with
which to continue its work Of mercy.
A three weeks tour was arranged by
klaw & Erlanger and George c.
Tyler. The seats range in price from
IS TO 81. but before they are put on
sale there VIII be seat auction sale.
arrangements for which will be an
nounced later. Rehearsals for the
production now are in progress in
New York city.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Coffee Demonstration

After YOU have talked 10 the other demon
strators YOU will want to have the demon
strator who is telling about our splendid
blends of Coffee Tea, and Cocoa serve you
with cup of delicious coffee, so that you can
realize just how good it really Is. and you will
surely want to leave an order for severe!
pounds.
Any of the demonstrators will welcome you
any day at any time.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
ITALIANS MAKE RAID.

ROME. April 5O.-The Italians cap
tured one machine gun and twenty
prisoners yesterday in a raid near the
AdTiatic coast. the war office reports.
Artillery dUels are in progress on the
Asiago plateau.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Sterno Canned Heat

Perhaps you have already used this con-
venient heat, but have you seen the many con-
venient Sterno utensils that can be readily
used in the home, on a camping trip, at a PIC
mic, during your vacation at some summer
hotel, or by soldiers in camp?
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Lightning Butter Churp

In these conservation days it is q good
thing to be able to double food supplies, and
with the Lightning Butter Churn YOU -
easilv and quickly make two pounds Of milk
charged butter from one pound Of butter and
a pint of milk. and you can make your own
buttermilk. Also you can rapidly whip cream.
mayonnaise, and many other things.
Fifth floor. center.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Universal" Goods

There is a Universal help for every
kitchen need is the motto of this demon
strator, who will explain to you the Universal
Bread and Cake Mixer, the Food Chopper,
which will help you to take care Of the left
overs, and the Universal Percolator. and the
many Universal Knives, the kind that will cut
lemons and acid fruits and not turn black.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Our Ready to Make
Window Screen
Frames

Enable anyone who can use tools
to make their own window screens.
The frames come in stock sizes.
ready to assemble. It is q simpls
matter to cut them to fit any win
dow, and as they all come IN nat
ural wood they can easily be Stait-
ed to match the woodwork Of TIE
room in which they ara to Be uscd
Complete with necessary fixtures
zoe and 45e each.
High-grade 14-meSh fine Gllvlr-
ized Wire Cloth Sc > square foot
Fifth floor, 9 street
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Slick Glass PereoIatorS

If you enjoy having your coffee or tea
made right on the table. you should have
Slick PercolatOr. 1t is made entirely Of Pyrex
Glass, and can be used with flame or electric
heat, and takes one-haf the usual amount of
coffee. From the demonstrator you can learn
many good things about the Slick.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Aladdin Aluminium

This is a good time for housekeepers to see
just how many housekeeping helps and con-
veniences there are in aluminium Aladdin
aluminium has several features that YOU will
not find in any other make. That is why we
think you will like to see it FOR yourself.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Free Instructions
In Lamp Shade
Making
cwtain Dept., Fifth Zoo


F., We have a most complete
assortment Of figured and
plain silks, metal and self
braid, motifs, cords, rose
braid trimmings, ETC., and an
exclusive collection Of Chi
nese m aterials for lamp
shades So many lovely
shades have been made with
the help Of our competent IN
struct0r that We would like
for anyone who wants q pref
ty shade to let him assist
them in making one. The
only requirement is the pur-
chasing Of the materials from
rs.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30

An Artistic Lamp for the Spring Bride
most accepae assortment here for your
selection of lamp have in mind nor what
room YOU viii find here from the dainty white
naeed prbe electric to the large with artistic shade
Portable Boudoir Electcs mahogany ivory $3.50 and $780,
Portable Boudoir Eeccs garland Of dantly enameed flow
the base $3.50 to $780,
Mahogany POb light 1+inch saOO 16neh' s2'O; two
lights, 24-inch, $500.
BOudOr or Desk Electric POrtaes metal wicker
complete with shade $500.
Wicker Lamps fashionable wicker Furnishings in
Boudoir Table wicker shades and artistic
interngs $3.50 These Wicker Lamps come in Ivory
Frosted Brown, and French Gray.
Our showing Japanese Lamps is most
pete, $3.50 to $3.50.
AeOmpee Japanese Silk Shades $3.50 to ss75
Plain shirred Silk Shades fancy undermining Empire
styles, $3.50 to 5000.
Lamps shades Of marble $3.50 to
s25OO
Floor Lamps for Gas or Oil
Many people lamps places where
electricity will be glad to have these artistic
$5O $780, and the Oil Lamps floor sizes
only complete with oil fOunt, S145O.
convenient to
have has adjusted throw the light
the dressing table, the
book the piano Ivory brass fniSh $500
econd
The Washington times., 1918-04-30

Hoover Electric Suction Sweeper
These spring house-eleaninE days is Just
when you want to know about the Hoover
Sweeper, because il will clean your floor COW
erings and draperies so easily. There need
be no more tired backs from sweeping, and Ne
disease spreading germs in your house if you
use Hoover.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
A Treat for Music
Lovers

In the W. & l.. Auditorium. To-
morrow from 4 10 3 2. NJ.
H. Hammer, Niolinist
G.. Schwaneckke. Pianist,
In a well selected program OF
popular and classical compositions.
These concerts have been ar
ranged for the beneft OF the War
Ambulance Fund of the Patriotic
League Of Women Employees OF
Woodward & Bothrop, who are
raising funds to send an additional
ambulance Torrance.
A nominal charge OF 25c each
person is made. and the cooperation
OF the public generally is requested.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Extra Fine Mosquito
Net

The kind that viii keep out fliss,
mosquitoes, and other kindred
nuisanees. Black and white. 60
inches wide,: 8 yards % the plecs.
500.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Uniform Bread Sliesr

Is a most economical house help. Some house
wives are enameling the board and using L
right on the table. With it you can be sure
that no bread is wasted.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Demonstrations on the Fifth Floor

article and to have thoroughly
explained having the following demonstrations for
information the
demonstrated already purchase perhaps the demn
able to points
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Stenciled Crash
Makes Ideal Hansings and
Fittings for Summer Use


Fittings for Summer Use
The designs and colOrinEs are
prettier than ever this season.
They are durable, too, for they are
done in oil Bteneilfng-and that
means they are fast and washable.
Various articles come all made
ready for use, and they harmonic
in color and design with the popu.
lar styles Of summer furniture.
Pillow Covers. in different
shapes, 6Oc to 500 each.
Table Covers, &1.25 to $500.
Table searfs, s5e to $50 each.
Couch Covers. 1913 and $500.
Curtains, s275 and ss.5O.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
TheSpring and Summer Cretonnes Are
Lovely Beyond Description

in
n
inches wide $i15 Other 81 inches
o F.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Time toBrlghten ttloyyotnfffeefi cine i.
Summer Curtains in Variety of Materials
Muslin, Wolfe, Grenadine and Various Laces

We and theIses
of
considerably letting
share good fortune. ,
Dainty Curtains
Wolfe Curtains white different $3.50 to $3.50 pair
Madras Curtains in coored designs $500 and$ $500 pair
Curtains, $3.50 o pair. -:'> 7"T
Curtains $2s75 to $ss.7s.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
W1rdM Opo

Most housekeepers know and have used eAs
Wizard Triangle Mops and Polishes, but the
demonstration will show you the newest WiEaFa
Mop, which is different, and she with tell "a
Of many unusual uses for the polishes and
cleaners.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
The Best Values

We DO not hesitate to say that
the best values in this entire stors
these days win be found at the L.
srty Loan Booth. First Floor
They are United States eoTSEa-
,msnt Bonds Of the Third Liberty
Loan.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Deltox Grass Rugs

attractive the combinations Of with tan and
enced patterns
they particularly in demand
1896 plain, soc; stencled, l5c.
2lx45, plain sOc stcncled, s1.Io.
27x54 plain SIPS; stencied $3.50
3OxGO plain, sl.5O; stenciled, $175
8x6, plain, SIPS; stenciled, $3.50.
46x7x6 plain, $500; stenciled, $4.75.
6x9, plain, $500; stenciled, s6.75.
Sx1O plain, $3.50; stenced $3.50.
9x12 plain, s1O5O; scncicd S11.5o.
81 inches plain 55c; stenled,
yard inches plain 65c stenced SOC yard &c inches plain 75e
stenciled, Csc yard.
floor,
The Washington times., 1918-04-30


the ,
Reed, Reed Fiber and French Willow
comfortable rockera be suitable
=. =,
desirable conditions
be made 10 cushions will order
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Chair or Rocker Gas IlIustrated)'
Special at SLOTS each
Cedar Chests for Hope Chests"

An the family would be Cedar Chest
genuine which she could store her
e day. and when she sets house
keeping she will still cherish it as her treasure box
all their modern makeup Did
you the heroine did not rumag in
Chest and bring forth untold treasures?
Young women Cedar Chests with hopes
them
know Cedar Chests
from do know that we have Chests N
design and finish to fill every need
There are lovely
Period Chests to Match Period Furniture
One in Queen Anne design Of vene walnut with artistic panel 5
Gabrielle full cedar lined with sliding tray AZ inches long, y
inches wide and 20 inches high, $4,000
design veneer, full cedar lined
with especially deep sliding Same size the Queen Anne Ches
There
Window Seat Cedar Chests
with substantial locks, dustproo Ids
and some Of them mounted on castOrs
inches, $3.50
45x1Sx17 inches, S2750
corners duSpoof holdings fitted and
priced
for Chest 27x15x14
$3.50 for Chest 3Ox16x16.
$3.50 for Chest 36x16X15
$3.50 for 4Oxsx19.
$500 for Chest 4Sx20xZ0.
An Ivory Enameied Chest cedar lined 42x2Qx16 is $3.50
The he knots in the cedar the more odor IN
the chest" you will find these Chests very full Of knots
We Also Show a Number of Shirt Waist Boxes
Firmly made Boxes mating bambObOnd edges
and fitted with handles. $3.50 to $780,
floor. -.'
The Washington times., 1918-04-30

floor can be reversed, and will wear spendidy
2attania Fiber Rugs
effects and designs Period designs
are shown effects popular just
they themselves blend well with most furnishings
shown both and oval shapes and hall run
nersc be had to match the
3Ox6O, plain $780, figured $3.50.
3x6 plain S275; figured 1925
46x76, plain, s575: figured S675. ....
6x9 plain $780, figured, $500; oval, s1O.75.
76x1O6 plain, s1O.75; figured, $1,000; oval, s1375
sx12 plain s1275; figured, s1456; oval, $3.50.
Hall Runners wide feet long, S325 36 inches wd S35
In designs TO match rugs long, $i25 Sc inches WIDE $500 Is
feet long, s525; wide, $780,
The Washington times., 1918-04-30

Screen Doors are no
Longer Considered q
Luxury. They Are q
Necessity.
In order to insure the comfort
and health Of the entire family, and
they should be put up early befoEs
the first fly appears.
Screen Doors come IN natural
finish, heavy-grade hard pine.
They are well made, and win give
excellent service. Plain designs
only. $500 to SIS each.
The Washington times., 1918-04-30
Summer Floor Coverings

Ratana Fiber Rugs and Deox Grass Rugs ideal summer
floor covering They sanitary easily cleaned lie flat on the
floor, can be reversed, and will wear splendidly
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1918-12-27

dent at the New Mexico Military in
stitute of Roswell, n. NJ, a military
school owned by the state of New
Mexico, which. like all military col
leges. has been until recently an Of
ficers' training school.
Sergt. F. A. Ripley is home on
furlo from Call Field, Texas, where
he is stationed.
Mrs. E. A. Bowen of 323 Polk street
will visit her son, Mr.. Fred Bowen,
and family, of Emporia, during the
Sergt. Philip Gray passed thru To-
peka yesterday on his way to Camp
Funston to be demobilized. Sergeant
Gray has been stationed at Camp RAJ
leigh, N. C. He is expected to return
soon to the home of his parents, Mr..
and Mrs. A. D. Gray, in Potwin Place.
Lieut.. Merrill Ream, who is spending
his furlo at his home in Topeka, will
return to the base hospital in Denver,
where he is stationed.
Mrs. Otto Kiene and her children,
who are guests of Mr.. and Mrs. L. L..
Kiene, will return to their home In
Concordia Sunday. Doctor k1ene, VINO
was here for Christmas, returned
homet Thursday.
Mr.. James H. Biby and Mrs. Billy.
| who was head nurse at the Washburn
S. A. T. c. infirmary, spent Christmas
with Mr.. Biby's brother, Mr.. w. A.
Billy, and Mrs. Biby.
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to Kansas City, after Christmas visit
| to her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. j. B.
Larimer Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Lin
| niger will remain until Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. Leroy Stack will
leave today for Chicago to visit friends
| and relatives.
A free authorized -ecture on Chris
tan Science, by DR.. John M. Suit,
| C. s. B., of Kansas City, Mo. Member
| of the Board of Lectureship of The
| Mother Church. The First Church of
| Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Mass.
| Grand Opera House, December 20, at
500 o'clock. You are cordially in
vited.-Adv.
| Miss Blanche BattershilI, of Kansas
| City, will return home Saturday after
visit to friends and relatives in To-
peka.
Dr. and Mrs R. NJ. Blachly spent
| Christmas with Mrs. Blachly's parents
+. at Bennington. Kan. DR.. Blachly re-
| turned Thursday evening and Mrs.
Blachly and Robert, jr., will visit for
a few weeks before returning to the
city.
Miss Ernestine Biby will leave Sun
! day for Manhattan to continue her
studies at the Agricultural college,
after visit to her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. w. A. Billy.
Miss Anna B. Frey has returned
from Leavenworth, where she spent
three weeks visiting her parents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Gus Bitter and their
daughter. Mrs. F. E. Blechert, of Fair
bury, Neb., spent Christmas with Mrs.
c. Olinger and Mr.. and Mrs. j. D.
Sims, Jr.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1918-12-27
Looking Blackboard In State
Journal Society Column
TWENTY YEARS AGO TODAY

Library hall was the scene of brilliant
gathering Tuesday evening; the occasion
was the cotiIIon given by Miss Rossington
and Miss Florence Rossington. This is the
first cotillon that has been given In To-
peka for a number Of years, and aside
from being a charming affair it possessed
all the charm of novelty.
There were no decorations except on the
stage which was hemmed in with bank
of palms behind which the orchestra was
stationed. The coy rooms on either slde
were prettily furnished for the dancers to
rest in. Punch was served during the even
ing and after the conclusion of the cot1llon
refreshments were served to the guests
seated around the hall.
There was general dancing until about
10 o'clock when the cotillon was danced, led
by Miss Florence ROssington and Mr..
Archie Williams; there were seven figures
mostly well known ones. The, favors were
especially pretty and were the very latest
The majority OF them came from New
York and Chicago while a few were made
by the hostesses themselves; they were ar
ranged OIL two tables in front of the stage
and were presided over by Mrs. kellam,
Mrs. Carney, Mrs. Holiday and Miss Car
vey.
The chaperons were Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
Blood Smith. Mr.. and Mrs. W. J. Black
and Mrs. c. X. Holiday. The guests were
received by Colonel w. H. Rossington, Miss
Rossington, Miss Florence Rossington- Miss
O'Connor, of San Francisco, Miss Christie,
of Kansas City, Miss Darrah, Of Leaven-
worth, and Miss Chapman and Miss Grace
Chairman of Chicago.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1918-12-27
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The dinner dance at the Elks' hall
New Years eve will be in the nature
of a peace celebration. 1t is the first
affair of the kind given by the Elks
this year and will undoubtedly prove
q very successful party. The reception
committee for Tuesday night are: Mr..
and Mrs. F. d. Merriam, Mr.. and Mrs.
j.. w. Mowers, Mr.. and Mrs. s. c. Mich
OILS, MIR. and Mrs. Charles Wolff, Mr..
and Mrs. James Nelson, Mr.. and Mrs.
Paul Heinz, Mr.. and Mrs. o. T, Crop
per, Mr.. and Mrs. c. l.. Mitchell, Mr.
and Mrs p. L. Armantrout, Mr.. and
Mrs. L. A. Thrill and Mr.. and Mrs.
George Godfrey Moore.
The floor committee includes Mr..
H. l.. Peppmeyer, Mr.. S. L. Courtney,
Mr.. L. NJ. Penwell, Mr.. Dana Davis,
Mr. August Erbacher, Mayor Jay e.
House, DR.. A. B. Jeffrey, Mr.. B. B.
Eitelman, Mr.. ]. w. Nicholson, Mr.. w.
Lee Tully, Mr.. F. NJ. Shellabarger and
Mr.. Roy Payne.
~
Miss Marian Peers, of Topeka, who
recently returned from New York, af-
ter an eighteen months art course
under Robert Henri, will give talk
Saturday ewing at the What Not
members of the Topeka Art guild.
She at the time will exhibit several
pieces of her best work
Miss Peers's speciality is landscape,
and her favorite medium is pastel, tho
she also works in oil. She possesses
exceptional talent AMI the pictures
she has from time to time shown at
state fairs and other local exhibits
have been much admired by compe-
tent local connoisseurs. Especially l.
this true of her pictures of Colorado
mountain scenery. She is an adept
at conveying impressions of the great
heights. awful depths and vast dis
tances that so appeal to the lovers OF
the mountain country.
The pictures to be exhibited Satur-
day evening. with one exception, will
all be landscapes and marines. done
iR--the eastern portion of the United
States. The single exception will be
sketch of Mrs. Richards and her
daughter. Mrs. Richards was before
her marriage Miss Lumberg and
taught art in the Topeka high school
1t was from Miss Lumberg that Miss
Peers, Merrell Gage and several other
rising Topeka artists first caught the
spirit and inspira.i On of their chosen
profession.
-sAll members of the guild and al
friends interes ed are invited 20 be
present.
Mrs. Russell Cave, of Denton, Tex.
who is the guest of her parents, Mr.
aud Mrs. J. NJ. Meade has received
word that her husband, Doctor Cave
was in the last days of the war pro
NOTED from the rank of lieutenant t.
that of captain. Captain Cave is sta
toned at a. war hospital in Franc,
where there are over one thousanC
beds for German prisoners. Captain
Cave has been there since October
From August last year until May HI
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1918-12-27
EMPLOY A FRENCHMAN
Prof. Henry Ronchi To Join Wash
burn College Faculty.

Washburn College has secured as its
teacher of French Professor Henry
Ronchi, who has taught in European
universities. He is a graduate of the
University of Lille, France, and of the
school of Fine Arts in Paris. Later
he went to Geneva, Switzerland, and
was an instructor in the Berlitz school
of Fine Arts. At the beginning of the
war he>was professor OF French in the
International Institute OF Brussels
After the German occupation, Ronchi
came to America, and has since been
teaching French in army camps, for
the government and the Y. M. c. A.
He will be at Washburn for the OPEN
ing classes next Tuesday.
The new teacher comes to take the
place of Miss Hazel Bullock, who has
gone to Columbia university to take
an advanced degree, after heading the
French department at Washburn for
seven years.
Students living In Topeka will reg
ter for work at Washburn on Mon
day, and out of town students will
register Tuesday. Students are asked
to go to school prepared for classes on
Tuesday.
Work in the Washburn Rural high
school will be resumed Monday morn
ing.