Casper Daily Tribune Newspaper, May 27, 1923, Page 3

= : Ta Ebe Casper — —- — : ; | ; MED TO HEAD CROWDS - CROWDS - CROWDS . “~ ‘PEOPLE'S BLOG" Are attending this sale. Our one thought is the absolute Fight Against Railroad Rate Increase to Be Major Program. disposal of every garment in the house and to accomplish this as quickly as possible we have accepted definite losses in order to make the reductions so radical and appealing that women who know quality and values will clamor. for these bargains Monday, so be here early. BY H. E. CAYLOR. (United Press Staff Corres- pondent CHICAGO, May 26.—A non-partisan ‘“‘people’s bloc” to fight a $10,000,000,000 in crease in railroad valuatior and higher freight rates cam: into being here tonight. The “progressive” conference meet ing here was formed into a perma nent national organization to be| known as “the national conference “ on valuation of American railroads.” Sf Senator Robert M. LaFollette, who called the conclave, was elected na- tional chairman at the closing ses- sion. Other officers elocted were: Representative George Huddleston, Alabama, first national vice chatr- man. Senator Robert L. Owen, Oklahoma, second national vice chairman. | Edward Keating, Colorado, third MISS LELIA LOGAN of Greybail, Wyo., winner of two of the auto- TaHosalveiserelairinns: mobiles given away by the Casper Daily Tribune at the close of recent subscription contest. Representative W. Turner Logan, South Carolina, secretary. William H. Johnston, Washington, | Y@Uation of railroads on a basis of Haynes was accused of trying to cost of reproduction, a at the) heckle the entio} Tedgstreeniver: cost of reproduction, and that the) heckle thi nvention railroads are to demand a $10,000,000. T onference voted to answer the Powers of congressional’ “progres-| 909 increase sives,” a dozen state governments, national farm and labor organiza- tions, shippers and women’s federa- tions were pledged to support the project. The executive officers were authorized by delegates to invite the governors and public ocicials of the} sy a states, the conference of governors,| (7ne Tesolutions also charged that | the national association of ralireng| Congress has never adequately exer- and: public. utility commiesions ana| cised its power to define rules f reasonable rate fixing. The con other private and public organizations| '°*S° . is 10 igat tht soopesste: ence is authorized to investiga » 1914 tentative! questionnaire in order “to show to valuation of 00,000 rhis,| what methods railroad representa the conference rged, cost} tives will stoop in making opposition the public $500,000,000 in| to their own private interests.” | higher rail rates. and $1,500,000,000 yearly in increased’ cost of com- modities. In answer to a query as to “why Senator LaFollette underestimated ion work,” the re “ollette has no con expenditures and methods ng usec now COAT SPECIAL HAT SPECIAL randed “a * and ‘Transpo! monopolized “The people's bloc,” which LaFol- ee LOWER (Ape (apo pasemieer 1 that pre Smart Sport or Dress Coats of plaid or plain wool, po- Taffetas, canton crepes, Swiss Milans and transpar- Vig lette and other leaders deny is in- Migeaeetces aiiehnowext ov eriiseal bate G oat laire camel’s hair or velour. Some full lined. Full ent haircloths. A wonderful assortment. Values up ‘ Si neem peade ioe itor ante organizations will’ be appointed in flare or belter models. Values up to $30.00. to $15.00. . arry) ite each state. of financial. exploiters thd publicjithe interstate commerce! “Te nent on higher rail valuation trol ot tea napapteleat, wea REMOVAL SALE PRICE REMOVAL SALE PRICE commission and, if necessary, to and rates will be made on the basis "was given as the best wa at the precedents established will] prevent further railroad receiverships. | also to street railways, water.| Answering «a question as to Phone and electric charges} whether the conference was a “press “the public must be pro-| agent stunt for political advan’ ainst excessive rates." ed the r ference tonight formally in its devotion ire placed be- adding * s of the Chi- unt that h courts and congress, it was’ an- nounced. F ‘The conference; in closing, adopted remolutions to formally demand be- fore the interstate commerce com- miasion that the commission “comply with the valuation act,”” under which| answered it im determining the value of the| fore it by nation’s rail lines, especially as to| cago tion “of. Commerce... In| sta the efforts of railroatt reporting the original cost, donations| the answer the questions were termed papers with | an, methods of compiling valuations.| a “highly impertinent set of © dis-| ble’ misstate- LaFollette claims that the com-! honest inquiries—emanating from the| ments of the KF ose and probable} ratgsion is shortly to fix a permanent usual source of railrond propaganda." | results of the conference.” “" the replies dec “7 a | $ LS DRESS SPECIAL Most desirable dress models at less then the cost of GRADUATE DRESSES manufacture. Dresses for all occasions and sizes. Values up to $22.50. Most wonderful line that we have ever had and all |) REMOVAL SALE PRICE priced special for our great Removal Sale. ee © Vike S@y-75 LADIES’ GLOVES DRESSES SPORT SUITS =| 1 gauntlet washable suede. Clever spring frocks of the newest mater- The latest i Tea oesens $2.00. Removal Sale Price. ials. Values up to $25.00. Removal Sale blouse effec Values up to $50.00. Re- ‘ Price. moyal Sale Price. 98c $4 m9 $ 2 , i SILK CAMISOLES DRESSES ; VELOUR CAPES Assoc | I 1} velour checks. Silk lined, >, Touring $1250 NAP f E Some of our newest arrivals in summer Full cut, embroidered trimmed. Special aS Th Lace trimmed; flesh, navy and white. dresses, included in this line. Values up to for Monday only. Values up to $18.00, Feel the STING . s 2 Be aes Values up to $2.00. Removal Sale Price. $45.00. Removal Sale Price. Removal Sale Price. -- Drive it yourself -- You will like it -- The pow- | er of its almost vibrationless motor will amaze you. 98x rd e° | a aan EXTRA SPECIAL 10 TO 12 O'CLOCK 2 TO 4 O'CLOCK 85 LADIES’ AND MISSES’ DRESSES 4 s lot yo il values t LADIES’ SPORT SKIRTS In this lot you will find values up to Touring . Coach . Cabriolet - $1250 “$388 CASPER wu $12.50 silk migonettes with silk All wool, nicely tailored, plain and paisley tops; ratine, linen. All colors pleated effects; plaids and fancy col- and sizes. Removal Sale Price. ors; all sizes... A limted quantity. One to a customer... Removal Sale Price. rush EXTRA SPECIAL $ 2 95 252 South Center Street Ff $ 4. 2 95 ; Phone 1304-W + Phone UN dcx See2et- Second and 1406 Yellowstone + Focanasuceuspasasseaseceucaneats rt: Sreeaatit ¥