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Iowa City Press-Citizen from Iowa City, Iowa • Page 8

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August Sale of Wash Fabrics EVERY YARD OP OUB SUMMER WASH FABRICS HAS BEEN JffARKED DOWN TO CLEAN DP Beautiful novelty figured Voiles, values to $1.25, yard Here is an assortment of Novelty Voiles, and silk and cotton Georgette Fabrics that sold up to $1.69, at yard 98c One -lot of Voiles dainty floral effects, values $1.29 One assortment of fancy white Skirtings, values to $1.50, now yard assortment of Wash Fabrics in pretty fancy flora) designs, that for. merly sold at 98c to close, yard Come and see-these fabrics. They axe certainly worth the time that it will take to inspect them-- a up without inspired. One poor girl wjao owatod her alone. was in Wisconsin, in the lata forties.

When a mere child. It became neeeanry for her fexearn her own living. She came to went to work in the port office, But in her heart was the fieW-of art wMch she out- for herself. And she worked in office by day, she Wfcen sh.e was fifteen, her work was brought to the notice of President Lincoln who ooavented -to- pose for her. Brery day for Jtrre he gave a sitting la the While -Hoove to the youthful arttet TJie- final re- salt ft those five months' work ttie statife of Abraham Lincoln now stands in the Rotunda of -the National Capitol in Washington, the- moat Im- AUGUST SALE OF WOOL FABRICS All Wool French Serge, 40 inches wide.

Black, Brown, Navy, Burgandy and other colors. Very special, vard $249 39 inch Georgette Crepes, good assortment of colors, yard $1.98 Beautiful white Crepe-de- 0bines, Pink and other Colors, yard Here Are Other Big Bargains BLEACHED MUSLIN Regularly 39c, August Sale, 04 yard SUNBRITE GLEANER This week 7 cans for 25c PERCALES Short lengths 'of Percales, regularly 50c, yard BRASSIERES Nature's Rival, or Jolie, regularly August Sale, price each Bien 75c, LAUNDRY SOAP Pearly Wave, very special this week, 10 barVfor The values represented in this August Sale, ars unparalleled early TOMORROW portant of the three statues Ream Hoxle has in that building. Because of her great talent aad industry, Vitmie Ream was sent abroad by the United States Government where she bad the Lincoln statue cut in inanble and modeled busts of many distinguished people, including Liszt, Cardinal An tone! 11, Gustav Dore', Pcre Hyeiathe and many others." Beside the Lincoln statne in the Capitol, Vinnie Ream has a statue of Governor Klrkwood of Iowa and the beautiful Sequoya, representing the State of Oklahoma which she was working on at the time of her death Among her other moet important works are the Admiral Farragnt on P'artagut Square, Washington, the "Spirit of Carnival," "The West," "Sappho" and "Miriam." It was while she was at work upon the Farragut statue that Vinnie Ream met and married 'Lieutenant Hoxie, now Brigadier General Richard L. AUGUST SALE OF BLANKETS Plain grey. Blankets ai.d Blankets with pretty colored-borders, 60 in.

76 in. A big bargain at each Attractive plaid Blankets 66 in. 80 weight about Ibs. pair Comforts, 72 in. 84 in August Sale, each Plaid Blankets, 72 in, I 84 weight about 5 pounds, J3oxie of the United States Army.

She was buried in Arlington Cemetery where a- bronze reproduction of her beautiful work, "Sappho" the muse of lyric poetry, is over her tomb. On the front of the pedestal is a bronae portrait medallion of Vinnie and the inscription "Words that would praise you are impotent." Iowa City was honored in having this distinguished artist as a summer I resident for many years before her death and the old Hoxie home at and Burlington streets was named "Vinita" in her honor. Royal Neighbors To Picrric At Park Thursday. I Tb.e Royal Neighbors will hold their annual picnic at the City Park on Thursday afternoon, August 11 All members and tfieir families are invited to attend and bring well-filled I baskets and necessary dishes. Sup- iper will be served at 6:30 o'clAck.

In Honor of Miss Esther Bradley. Miss Esther Bradley was honored Both Mr Un known in thai county aad taatr maay fsteadt are than with congratnlafioos and wiabea for a happy wedded life. They will reside in this coaoty where Mr. Lack- endar ia a fanner. --a-- Wtos JMmMte Royal Henry J.

Kmncr. Muaa tortaoaat centered in the of HIM JmianUm Royal of and Stogy Kroeger of Aagetoa. Califoraav which took -at the Congregational Ohnrch la TUmg California, Reverend I. O. 'Douglas of Des Momee perfonaed the cere.

mony. The bride wore' a suit of blue (taffeta with accessories match and wore a corsage "of pink rose- bads. Mrs. Kroeger IB the attractive daughter of Dr. and Mrs.

George Royal of Des Moines. She was graduated from S. TJ. and is a member of Alpha sorortety. She also was a member of Staff and Circle, women's honorary sorority.

Mr. 'Kroeger received his degree i from the college of liberal arts here after which be served as first lient- enant with the Eighty-eighth Divi- Prices of these Comforters are based on purchases made months ago, and show a Saving of 20 per cent to 25 per cent. GOODS -APPAREL sion in IJranee. Mr. and Bnrs.

win reside in Los Angeles where Mr. Kroeger holds a responsible position with the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. The good wishes of a host of friencls go with them to their new home. Overseas Warrior Claims Athenian Bride. Max Stoner and Miss Clara Wachs were married at th4 German Lutheran (Ziost'e) church, Saturday St3CL The-officiating-clergyman was Rev.

Dr H. Brneckner, the pastor, and ths best man and matron of honor were Mr and Mrs. W. J. Sebindhjha.

Only immediate friends attended. The bride was gowned handsomely taupe velvet, with a hat to match, and she wore a corsage bouquet, of white sweetpeas and pink roses The happy couple lert for Cleveland, where they will spend thcii honeymoon, during the declining August days. They -will be at home, after Sept. 1, at 110 East College street. The groom is a gallant overseas man, having served Uncle Sam and the Allies faithfully as a trusted! member of the motorcyfele corps, the 32nd division He is now an ef-1 ficient member of the C.

R. I R. staff, as a switch- i njan. His bride has been with the Kenyon Beauty parlors, and is a capable, lovely girl. She was born and reared Iowa City, and the groom is a native of Kalona, although long residents of Iowa City.

Friends of both the iyoung people will unite wishing them joy and prosperity. Still plenty of wear for white shoes --Final elean-up of white footwear. If you have not several pairs of these smart shoes to wear with summer clothes, let this opportunity pass. Every pair has been radically reduced. i M1111111M i I It 11 tt I II i i i 11 i 1111 i' M1ss Bradley retnrns of the day many happy Iowa Woman's Club To Meet Thursday.

The Iowa Woman's Club wfll hold a special meeting at the Pagoda. Bast Washington afternoon, at 2:30 Shop, 11 Street, Thursday SUE ELLIOTT GOBLTGK Ofoa Sociehj Bdator Phona 1300 American Yeomen Meeting Tonight. The Brotherhood of American Yeoman trill meet tonight at 7:30 o'clock i on tbe-Wear East. After the meeting a picnic meeting wfll be served at o'clock. Bach person is to brine in Redmen is urged.

her own supper and necessary Hall. A fall attendance: Scott Social Circle To Meet Thursday. The Scott Social Circle will hold Trinity Gtffld Meeting Tomorrow Trinity Guild Church will meet noon at 2 o'clock of the after- Parish Ask For Memorial Day For Former Iowa City Artist The following article entitled "Pen Women Ask for Memorial Day for Vmnie Ream Hone" appeared in the Washington (D. Times one evening last eek. Members of the League of American Pen Women believe that in the life of Vmnie Ream Hoxie, noted Washington sculptress, the American spirit of success was exemplified.

Believing this, and wishing to commemorate the memory of Vmnie HI a way that wfll be an inspiration to all American children, the League Bas initiated a movement to have a memorial day celebrated in, the schools of the nation on anniversary of the death of-the famous tomorrow at the a meeting Thursday afternoon. Aug. House for work. A fun attendance 13, at the home of Mrs. A.

A. Cozine- All members are requested to bej present. Presbyterian Missionary Society Meeting Tomorrow. The Woman's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church will meet tomorrow afternoon at o'clock at the rammer home of Miss Hughes on the West Side Each will gltr a cmrent event See Johnson at CoralviUe for Flour and Sugar of members is desired. 1 Past Picnic At "Jmtamere The Past Matrons' Association Jessamine Chapter summer picnic last Emma of held their mid- eventeg at Miss summer home.

"Justamere Hot" on West Side The supper was served at 6 o'clock on the and eighteen ladies were presesit. of Logan, Iowa, was a goest and Mrs. J. W. wick aad A.

D. Shaw assistant bostevses. Sonth- werej Tfce of BogHsh Lothaiaa w4H.meet tomorrow at the hosw of Gtadys JCnaafe, 901 Xorfh Sammtt Street. lowlag new offlaen wlB -aane of tin naBiig: Gladys Kanak, Mildred Cheraky, vice Zeada Abraowon, seowtary. Ruth arUsi, o'clock.

DIES IN BURNING AND at a birthday party given for her at her home by the clerks of Wool" worth's store last evening in honor of Iher eighteenth anniversary. The) AUTO; I i home was beautifully decorated, sweet peas and nasturtiums being in profusion. A general scheme I of ptnk and white was carried out. i Games and music were enjoyed and 11 delicious refreshments were served 1 at a late hour. The guests departed.

HURTt Flaherty-Mayne Wedding This Morning. Beautiful in its simplicity was the wedding of Miss Teresa Flaherty! and Roy Mayne. both of this city, which took place early this morning at St. Patrick's church. Reverend, Leo Kerrigan performing the! ceremony.

Miss Beatrice McManus' Chicago, Aug. 10--One man was burned to death, four women Injured, srad a baby was bruised yesterday afternoon when the automobile in which they were riding was crushed between two street cars at Coles avenue and Seventy-seventh street. Tbe gasoline tank in the automobile exploded, following the crash, and set fire to both street cars. The Dead Edward Moore, a salesman, 23 yrs. old, 5501 Woodlawn avenue.

Tbe Injured Mrs. L. Moore, 54 years old, 5501 Woodlawn avenue. Mrs. Hattie Lindley, 32 years old, 1021 East Forty-third street.

Miss Martha Selew, 19 years old, 1021 East Forty-third street Mrs. E. W. Selew, 55 years old, Mattoon, 111- Edward Lindley. 2 years old, son of Mrs.

Hattie Lindley. Trapped Between Cars The accident occurred shortly after 6 o'clock last night. The members of the automobile had left to go to Rainbow beach, at Seventy- seventh street Miss Selew was driving east on of Des Moines was maid of honor and Seventy-seventh street As her car Or. Harry Dunn of Iowa City was started to cross Coles avenue a north- festrrJtiss by natteringthe vanity of best man. I want my friends and patrons to know that I will continue to operate the FORD SPECIALTY REPAIR SHOP, and -will give the proved satisfactory service that has been my custom in the past Ford Parts and Accessories 408 E.

College St. DE9MON8 CAST AS YANKEE CAREFREE A typical "Gilbertian" plot and characters are exposed in washed Walls," starring "White- William Desmond, the popular screen actor, released by Exhibitors ttotoaL His BxceHencissimo Romero, Governor of an insignificant South American state, struts around his two by four domain all puffed up with conceit and chiaoti, a Caesar, Napoleon, Hannibal and Diaz all rolled into one, in his own estimation. Posterity should gaze upon his classic features in cavern stone, so he commissioned Larry Donovan, a young American seaiptor and adventurer to make a statue of him. Larry caused a riot in Altamura when he knocked the chief Generalissimo cold for interfering with his Fourth of July celebration, for which rash act Larry IB to the "Whitewashed Wall" to be shot But Larry didn't relish the idea of having his anatomy splashed all over the "Wall" and caused a postponement of the bound street car raced toward the the little Governor. After the ceremony an elaborate- automobile.

The women screamed. edding breakfast -was served at the The motorman applied his brakes, Hotel Jefferson. but it was too late. The car struck Mrs. Mayne is an attractive young lady who has endeared herself to a host of friends by her sweet disposition and charming manner.

She is a graduate of the Dayton High tbe automobile near the steering wheel, smashing the machine into a southbound ear. Trapped Under Auto The automobile turned over and Tbe life of Vftutfe Ream Hoxie was' School at Dayton. Iowa, after which gasoline exploded. All of always an inspiration to those who she attended university for two 1 thc ocenpants of the automobQe bat knew her personally. To those who years For the past two years she did not know her but know her work, (has served very efficiently as an she stands forth as an arttet of to the secretary of S.

U- I. wonderful ability. But it is to those Mr. Mayne is a senior "in the medl- knew her from the time ahe started, a-strogglms child of fourteen, to work her way opward in flte fleM of American art, ttnfil she died at tbo height of her career on Xovwn- 1914, that the real appreciation of her-mode aad ment penritied. Mrs.

WiHlaui Atftftrton TJoPay, of American Pen Women, oats appointed a apecial committee to -engineer the movement for a nation wide Vmnie Beam OMD- and fecis ceetam that the X0aaae wffl be do aot bstteve any bettor to- ooaM aave been given Co- Ol AJDftDOnV tjHnft tO" ma. JDaPay in an tater? "Cettately no one could ha Bffe of caj college here and was a member of the T'nimeihHy Men's Glee Cltib. Mr. and Mrs. Mayne left daring the day for a wedding trip to lls and Dotatfc and wfll be at home in towa City after October 3.

A life of happiness and soeoses is the wish of tbatr many Tbe oot-of-toom goests for the wed- dtflg were Mrs. Frank Ftaheity of DaytOTJ. Iowa. Miss Bail Flaherty of Dtdofh, Mtes Beatrice of Des afotoes. CaoplB City.

wedding of hrtsmt, foe 'w at fne gate-day a mast When he is again led to the he is supplied with a nifty six- shooter, and again thwarts his eze- with laughable and melodramic situations. Miss Irene Hervert is home from a brief vacation jaunt' to Riverside. Mr. and Mrs. C.

W. Vedepo have heen summoned to Winchester, the former's mother is doa- gerousry ill. "WANTS" Too late To FOR SALE--Three large trees for fire wood. Improved ten acres, best in the county--none better. Address 315 Brown St.

8-10tf FOR SALE--Piano. East Ronalds. Inquire at 402 little Governor Romero aad using him as a shield, threatening to splash the "WalF with the Governor's gore. One -Patricio Cassldano a Hiberian masquerading as a Greaser aad the baby were trapped underneath 0 tt Demon Vampire of the machine. mara, wbo vamps and plots and hisses Policeman Charfes Erickson, wriggles and squirms-- add on one of the street cars, order- jmor and color to a story that babbles ed the surface cars to back op.

With -several men he lifted the body of auto and freed the women. charred were taken from the burning motm. I Police ambulances rushed the women to the Sooth Shore hospital, where 51 was their injuries were not serious. FOR SA4.E--Nice 50 foot lot on Oakland Avenue, all paved. S50.

down and 315 per month. Stevens- Morrison Investment Co. $-16 FOR 50 foot lot in Rim- dell addition for $405 $35 down and $10 a month Can secure the two adjoining lots on a small payment down if bought before September. Stevens-Morrison Investment Co. FOR SAJ.E--Second hand lumber.

Phone Black 15S1 or call at 410 -X. Van Bnren. 8-IOtf FOR SALE Ross, bed room suite. table, writing desk, book case, bureau and dishes. Phone Red 1227.

S-13s SUFFRAGE AMENDMENT INTRODQCED IN BOTH TEWieSSEE BOUSES IVMlllf 1UJB( Toav, KV-- Joatit xeaoktfjon, pvodBIng for rafifl- catiup cc tna -aiQOTai snf- ndM, the molnrlan OB the table nntJl tamrmuw, whan ft win to nravgat flar dia Tire Bargains Just a few 30 3 Standard U. S. Tires, -while they last AA A. C. Thormann ford Repaix Shop 408 E.

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