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Show 12 TIIE IIERALD-REPUBLTCA- SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1915 N, MORE FIRES BUT LOSS IS LESS Chief Bywater Reports Marked Decrease in Damage to Property. LOW PRESSURE Replacing of All HANDICAP Horse-draw- n Apparatus by Motor Equip- Notice to Charge Patrons Special All persons charge accounts 'at Walker's may, by request, ment Favored. While more fires were reported during eleven months of 1015 than for the twelve months of any previous year, there has been a marked decrease In the fire losses of both Insured and uninsured property. A report Just Issued by Fire Chief William H. Bywater for eleven months ending November 30, f shows that a property value of is.016,-202.5- 0 was involved In fires with a total loss of 123.612.18 on uninsured property. A property loss of $92,374.01 "Was covered by Insurance. bosses to uninsured property during 1914 were more than double those of this year. In 1914 a total fire loss of $238,704.85 was reported, while a loss of only $115,046.1' was sustained up to November 1 of this year. The average loss per fire In 1914 was $217.14. while the average for eleven months of this year has been $217. .".'. The report shows that 313 buildings were endangered by fire. A total of 220 fires endangering: other property misthan buildings find eighty-eigwere cellaneous alarms Apreported. to 621 alarms and responded paratus 1844 miles: 114. SOO traveled a total of feet of host; ware in operation and 2662 gallons of chemicals were used, find 4413 feet of ladder were utilized. Firemen were in actual service 382 hours and 20 minutes the eleven months, which Is notduring inclusive of the 1462 performances witnessed by firemen In local theatres. The grratest handicap of the fire dewas the lack of for the partment From ninetv pounds water pressure. year It fell to Fier square inch In June August. aDuring the dry season the faced crisis in water shortage. city Chief Bywater appealed to the water who cut the supply to a department, onintmum. Had a great fire occurred t that time It would have been necesentire water supsary to cut off the ply offorthefire cityuse.to Ret adequate pres-Fur- e Yf Clouds crept over the Wasatch ranee In September and rain fell in a patter needed. A preswhere it SIwas wasgreatly sure of reached In September, 10 in NovemSi in October and of 83.6 was mainber. An average ample tained during the eleven months, lowest ever recorded. Chief Bywater attributes the reduclosses to the efficient pertion In fire n sonnel of the department and the The city horse-drawhas ngraduapparatus. the ally beenwith replacing motor equipment. vehicles The chief said that in his annual rehe would city commission, port to the advocate the motorization of strongly all the equipment. records of the fire deComparative1012. 1013 and 1914 show a for partment substantial decrease under the fire losses of the years 1909, 1910 and 1811. The value of property involved by fires for the last three years was $17,538,676.25 as against $35,467.-M2.5for the three years previous. The value of insurance involved during the last thre? years was $15,455,677 as $7,530,312.35 in 1903. 1010 and against 1011. There was S340.SS8.25 worth of insured property involved in fires durthree years and $02,556.21 ing the oflast uninsured property. In th worth trinnlum there was involved previous S3S1.377.63 insured property and $217.-7'- o 3j uninsured property. The total fire losses for the last three as against years was $442,444.46 1910 for 1900. and 1911. There were reported during the last three loss years 1306of fires with an average 1002 fir fire $33.77. per against with an average loss per fire of $348.27 in the previous three years. having have all December purchases from this date posted to their January account, payable February 1, 1916. .3 -- ri 61-- 6 The "Real" Christmas Store Keduet tons " ZEPPELINS ARE MOST EFFECTIVE OF PLEAS J FOR EARLY SHOPPING London, Dec. 18. Zeppelins have been more effective arguments fo r ' I all the pleas shoppling early than as- tne ever framea mercnanis soeiations anaiysalesmen s unions orJ London. One of the largest depart-stores in the city now closes6 ment & Ptn. The others close at at I and 6.30, depending on their loca-- 1 t tion. But late shoppers are becom- I ing fewer, while morning shoppers J have increased materially. Dark-- 1 I vned streets, besides keeping people the bust- - j home, of nights, have hurt ness of cheap jewelers and of shops ft whose sales depend largely on their i window displays and electric Ugh ts.t I - i Plush trimmed, fine, felt, leather soles. dark gray, brown, wine and black. All Trimmed Hats, J4 Off drastic clearance of all colored felt, velvet and plush Hats Hats for little girls. These are the and not the elaborately trimmed ones. ready-to-we- ar Light and Men's "Comfy" Slippers, $1.75 Ostrich Plumes, Monday, $2.95 Handsome, full plumes that measure 18 inches. Nicely curled. Very fluffy. Pink, white, sky. brown, navy, old rose and other colorings. Will make appreciated Christmas gifts. (Third Floor.) Navy air-cushi- on Children's "Comfy" Slippers in color and red with embossed These prices Sizes 5 to Soft soles. Sizes ll'i on vamp. figures 11. to 2. soles. pair. $1.00. pair, $1.10. (Annex.) Women's nr., ,.4 1. c..:4., JL illlUL I'll V1WIU PlIUB, Coats, SS.9S Fur-trimm- ed no Women's Ileavy Clotli Coats, 95.08 Silk and Cloth Dresses, 90.08 effects, Made of mannish materials In popular mixtures. Some are plaid semi-fitte- d Trimmed with velvet or plush; a few plain. Choice of belted and The silks are all taffetas or In combination with The cloth dresses are French serges. In the lot are some velveteens. serge. are a sample line They and no two of them alike. Very latest models In all sizes. Sport moiels and length. three-quart- er High storm collars. Bath Robes at $2.39 - reV45 Silk Kimonos, $2.48 Made of Cheney Brothers silks. and Most of them colorings. Cut bright floral- patterns a Christmas present. nice for longrVery and lull In ar With or without collars. Amply proportioned. Pink and blue stripes. Ileavy outing flannel. Wel made. French Breakfast Sets, 79c The new 6 Made of German silver. Some are kid lined. Size of frames. S. 9 and 10 inches. Very fine mesh. Much underpriced. Fancy Silk Waists, $2.98 . sets of cap, jacket and skirt. Plain blue or pink ginghams or striped percales in dark colors. three-piec- e Silver Mesh Bags, $1.25 All Special purchase. Georgette crepes and crepe fancy silks, silk and fetas, lover lace or nets. Colors wear. . - new models. de chines. OthersMany taf- lace combinations and for street and evening m M iJ A (Annex.) "Perrin's" 4 Gloves We are exclusive Salt Lake for over. If Perrin gloves famous theorworldagents color wanted, you don't know the size let us suggest a PEHRIN INTERCHANGEABLE GLOVE BOND, which can be exPerrin agencies in many im-of changed at cities. We do our own the largest of these famous gloves and prices porting are moderate when quality is considered. Choice of black, white, and tan, with self or contrasting stitching. Two-clas- p style. All size3. Perrin's "Corona" Gloves, S JLfl OR semi-fitte- Outing Flannel Gowns, 49c and women's Special for Monday only. Men's of colors and line in big heavy Blanket Bath Robes, the bordered are robes patterns; Men's patterns. women's trimmed with wide satin bands. day only, per yard J, fl C&O &&mJJ (Main Floor.) Christmas Linens We are agents for the famous Brown's linens. A pattern cloth, full set or a dozen napkins will make a nice gift for wife or mother. HATH FANCY TOWELS Size 17x33 inches, soft finished quality with colored borders. Hemmed ready for 4km Q use Special, each LUNCH CLOTHS 45 Inches square. .Good linen satin damask. Good patterns. Neatly hemstitched CJIO OC &aaa4CaO Special, each BROWN'S TOWELING 18 inches wide OA-figu- red Kxtra fine quality. Plain and effects. Per yard (Annex.) 3 at 25c. s; nickeled holders with spindles for 8 Fancy and pin cushion top. Neat little present for spools a sewing friend. (Notion Dept.) Embroidered Pillow Cases, 48c. Size 45x36. with scalloped ends and finished in embroidered fancy worlc and eyelet effects. Very special. (Annex.) Bath Robe Blankets, $1.95. Full size, for the larg-esComplete with cord nd tassel to match. Manyrobe. patterns and colors. (Annex.) (Second Floor.) Odd Dress Skirts, $1.95. Some of them formerly sold from $6.00 to $7.f0. Mostlv in mixtures and shepherd checks. Not many of them, so come early. (Second Floor.) Holly Pabbon, 2. Bolts, 15c. Dainty garments and will Long Fleeced Kimonos, Christmas present. Cut long and full. Finished Persian patterns, light and dark colorings. Finor blue only. with scalloped edges. Pink (Third Floor.) ished scalloped edges. Full size. Well made. (Economy Basement.) Boot Hose, 2 Pairs 55c. Bordered Scrim, Yard, 5y2c. Very fine gradeorlisle with silk plated boot. Deep A very pretty drapery material. W'hite and garter top. Black white, in regular sizes only. cream grounds with wide borders in floral effects. (Main Floor.) Limit L'O yards. (Economy Basement.) Silk-plate- d bolts of No. 1 holly ribbon, which you will want to tie your Christmas packages. Best Misses' Dress Shoes. quality. (Main Floor.) vicl Fine kid with rawhide and clota tops. Real Trench Corset-Cover- s, $1.00, Very special at these prices tips Men's Tie Sets, 59c. d and Worked in the daintiest of designs. Some soiled from handling. d One silk Sizes Sli to 11. and one pair mercerized I.SO. Former price $1.75. All sizes from 3r, to 4 4. socks to match. All the wanted colors. Sizes 11' 2 to 2, pair. Put up pair, (Third Floor.) in holiday gift boxes. (Main Floor.) (Annex.) t Hand-sewe- hand-embroidere'- d. four-in-han- 3 UvC "Carter's" Union Suits. Jap Scarfs and Squares, 25c. Misses' Union Suits, 37c. in The popular blue and white kinds in oriental A much favored make of Fine holiday Handkerchiefs, fancy."0cborders, for women, Winter weight, fleece lined, all ages. Slightly a box. Size of scarfs 17x54 inches; size of for which we are Salt Lake garments Fine assorted colorings. Sell regularly at (Main soiled cotton; patterns. agents. from counter display. (Economy Basement.) Floor.) squares 29 inches. (Annex.) medium weight. All styles. These prices Wool-finishe- d Boxed Perfumes, 2 for 25c. sizes; former price $1.50 Special. 81.::r. Regular Blankets, Pair $1.65. Out-sizeformer price, $1.75 Special. 91.50. Odd Lot $5.95. Dresses, Serge Our regular price of these is 2c each. The Good (Main Floor.) heavy weight. Size 64x76 inches. White, makes and odors are all good. Put up in glass All of them originally priced at $15.00. but now tan with fancy colored borders. Very and gray boxes. and bottles fancy gift stoppered broken as to sizes and assortments. Tan.' blue, special. (Economy Basement.) (Drug Dept.) brown or black. Small lot. An inexpensive dress $3.75 Albatross Kimonos, $1.87. we size. for have if your teachers, 25c Spool Holders, 5c. boudoir make a fine 49c. Men's Handkerchiefs, Box of 13 50 to AVe ' i ffw S to From 12 9 Morning Monday Bargains Only iirring or Mail Orders, and Phone Reserve Right Limit Quantity. No ( tfa3 . Materials gabardines, serges and wool poplins. Norfolk,-- belted, d and box effects. Plain tailored or braid and button trimmed. All new styles. All street shades and black. Regular and out sizes. styles. p JL An pair Perrin's "La Mure" Gloves, Perrin's "Adrian brand , Gloves, pair Perrin's "Belfort" brand Gloves, pair Hcavv. stylish winter Coats. Materials Include zibelines. mixtures and Belted and loose fitting styles. Deep fur trimmings and large fancy boucles. storm collars. Three-quartlength. All sizes. er CS . v 98c Daniel Green's famous make. Soft soles. Colors old rose, light and dar'k blue, Oxford, brown and wine; also black. Made of a heavy dark gray felt with 'Any size. GjJ assortment of new silks that will please every fancy. Satin and taffeta grounds in Persian and stripe effects. Full yarer wide. Per yard MONDAY SILK SPECIAL Our entire line of Pekln satin stripes and French plaids and that areAllselling regularly atA $2.00 new colorings. dress or $2.25. pres waist pattern will make a handsome 11 ent. One Women's "Comfy" Slippers,, $1.50 Choice of scores of models large, medium and small shapes. All trimmed in the inimical Walker style. Many A patterns. Women's Felt Juliettes, $1.25 Our entire stock of New York pattern Hats some of tiiein copies of the most exclusive foreign models. a 1 ch s. All new. Per yard.; NEW FANCY SILKS argains From OurGreat Economy Basemen em HHAB-- . day ln Washington: "Women in England today hand white feathers to young men who These young men haven't volunteered. and theatres. are booed in the streets A younpr Englishman out of uniform Is a coward by every apt to be called who passes. girl pretty "Under these circumstances the English volunteer system reminds me of set out on a the Bolivian general who He wanted vorecruitingto expedition. lunteers put down a rebellion. Well, been gone about a week fter he hadwar office this telegram: ,ie sent the Am for'Volunteer spirit splendid. by steamer 150 volunteers. warding WashPlease return the handcuffs." ington tftar. N. Y. Pattern Hats, y2 Price 33-in- be They willnext among the most popular weaves forsatin-stripe season. Heavy quality. Colored fl Never any doubt about house slippers being acceptable as gifts for nothing is more appreciated when one has tired feet. Our holiday lines are moderately priced. Children's $1 and $1.50 Hats, 25c Heavily padded and finely quilted silk sacques. either embroidered or plain. All Handsome for Christmas high colorings. gifts and much underpriced. (Third Floor.) Dec. IS. A curious survival of Ijondon, the martinet spirit of the old army during the recent visit of the appeared to the British troops In France, king whan an order was issued that the officers should appear with swords durthe royal review. It was a costly ing for the young officers, as few order were provided with swords, which arc most expensive part of a kit." theSwords are obsolete as part of an offiofficer's equipment in the field, cers who had them left them at home whvm went to tiie front. A small cane has taken the pJace of bamboothey the sword except when inrifles. action, and then some officers carry The kin?, on account of from review his Jils horse, was unable to falling all. And it is said that troops, after would have been the last nmn the king in Encland to place this heavy tax on his officers for the sake of mere form, had he known of the order. comi'Hoiiv vti.rTKi:iut;. Senator Beverldge said the other and 3.lr. (Second Floor.) Prices, 91.05, Quilted Sacques, $5 SWORDS VAIM,AT Made up ready to use with net or lace dresses. Choice of crepe de chine or party messaline silk. White, pink. blue, lavender Chance to Ret a midwinter Hat at a very great ing over earlier in the season prices. " We repeat the offerings of a week ago, in our big stock is more defor nothing sirable. Many are advance 1916 weaves. Silks are practical gifts for wife or mother. XEW Tin SILdvS Thirty pieces Just retub silks in ceived. Very newest New spring satin stripes and multi-tonecolorings for waists or men's shirts. Every yard guaranteed OQ Special, yard TUB CREPK DE CHINES Holiday sav- ill Christmas Silks More. One-Ha- lf IA 11 one-hal- warm. winter exquisite creations. British Officer Required to Equip Themnehm With Obsolete SldenrmN for Iloynl He view. F:iOtAHI Women's Silk Slips and maize. of tmner As a gift for some religious friend nothwill be more appreciated than a religing ious boede hymnal, Bible, prayer book. etc. Big assortment: finest bindings. Moderate prices. (Main Floor.) 07 Taris. Dec. 19. 1.20 a. m. Kdouard member of the chamber of Vaillant, afrom the department of the deputiesis dead at the age of 76 years. Seine, He was a member of the Paris com mune ana w iieu iiie i itfurreciion o f 1871 was suppressed was obliged tio and was condemned to flee to Kngland When amnesty was declared. death. he re turned to r ranee. An $1800 stock of Fur Pieces left" over from last season, now sacrificed at less than wholesale cost, notwithstanding the fact that fur prices have all advanced this season. There are many desirable pieces in Muffs, Sets and Scarfs that will f. d to (Second floor) make very desirable Christmas presents. You save from clothing get will meet you halfway. Every parent is interested also. Boys' Sf?.."0. $7.50 and $s.r,0 Suits at $2.05. Hoys' $S.OO and $10. (n Suits now $3.05. Bovs' "1(1.00 navy blue Suits now $4.15. $5.05. Hoys' $10.00 and $12.50 Suits now now Church Books ME) ed to make some needy child happy. "Good Fellows." Walker's Boys' $7.50 to Jlo.OO Overcoats now $2.0... Boys' and girls' $2.00 to $4.00 Felt Hats now life. Oirls' Wash Dresses, values to $10.00. now 05c. Oirls' $6.50 to $12.00 Coats now 2.!)5. Girls $7.50 to $13.50 Coats now $3.05. $7.05. Beys' $12.00 and $15.00 Suits Odds and ends of Boys' and Girls' Furnishings at Very Low Prices. (Second Floor.) A wonderful chance to vr Continuation of Our Great Fur Sale $10,000 Kings that are warranted offor five years. Have all the appearance solid gold. Manv kinds of settings, including filled pearls. Also signet rings. (Alain Floor.) &3 EVVS fur-trimm- Girls' of Boys' Great Sale. and. Clothing and Stock at a Saving Most of a Rings Prices 2oc to S2.50 - Any Velvet or Cloth Suit at We would reduce them before January inventory anyhow, so we have decided to make these bisr reductions NOW Avhen you will appreciate them most. Your unrestricted choice of any suit in our second floor suit department. Many copies of and foreign models; others best products of New York makers. Both (Second floor) plain tailleured styles. Some very handsome velvet suits. one-thir- 4. OD Regular rd Not a larjro, but a very exclusive lot of some of the finest silk crepe negligees and lingerie. No two pieces alike. Many of them elaborately lace trimmed. Colorings are maize, pink and light blue; also white. .$3.84 to $5.00 $1.67 to $3.34 1 Dressing Sacques; sale prices from Envelope Chemise, sale prices to $11.34 $2.67 sale from $3.98 to $6.00 Gowns; sale prices from prices Negligees; (Third floor) ONLY. mod-der- $509.-t'77.- One-TIii- ping place in the city. At Christmas time, when everything speaks of the holiday spirit, wc particularly want the store to appeal to you and we spare no expense in our decorations. It but sets off the beauty of the many lines of Christmas merchandise for, which we ask your favor. To the thousands of school teachers and other, visitors who will be in the city this week we bid welcome. Every convenience of this big store is at your disposal. Have your parcels and hand baggage CHECKED FREE. For the Christmas parcels you want to send away we offer the services of a FREE wrapping booth, where your packages will be put up in holiday style, weighed ready for mailing or express. STORE OPEN MONDAY AND TUESDAY UNTIL 6.30 P. M. Gold Shell COODf Traveler's Samples Silk Crepe Negligees, Gowns, Etc. Make Tine Presents. Below Prices A half century of successful business carries an immense prestige with it. It is YOU who have helped make this store big and we owe it to you to make it the most attractive shop- Ml ht I -- aOOD Women's Dress Skirts, $2.25. . this season, with the wide flounces. Materials corduroys in blue and circular brown; also gabardines, serges, tweeds, whipcords and mixtures. All the wanted colors. All lengths and waist measures. All new - (Economy Basement.) If |