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THE SAN FRANCISCO CALL, SUNDAY, ADVERTISEMENTS. from 5c to 50c each. 100 Doz. LADIES' SHEER LINEN LAWN HAND- KERCHIEFS, scalloped and embroidered; several @ifferent patterns; Price 15c each. 200 Doz. LADIES' FINE SHEER ALL LINEN HANDERCHIEFS. scal- loped, embroldered and lace insertions, with lace edge; some of the neatest you have ever seen, Price 25¢ each. 5 Doz. LADIES' FINE SHEER ALL LINEN HANDKERCHIEFS, self embroidered and scal- A CORSET for slender figures, made of fine sateen, daintily trim- $1.00. 742-744 MARKET ST., SAN FRANCISCO. straight med with LADIES' COTTON RIBBON GIRDLE CORSETS, Black and White, boned with Rust-Proof. $6.00. LADIES' HEAVY SATIN RIBBON GIRDLE CORSETS, in<Pink, Blue, Black, White and Lavender, boned with Whalebone. Successors to |FREI!D‘S CORSET HOUSE | OAKLAND - STRAIGHT FRONTS. We have never told you about our corset orders; we have them and they ere becoming more popular every year for Christmas gifts; there is nothing more suitable to give than one of our $3.00 straight front Redferns. LADIES' HANDKERCHIEFS. We ha‘\'e them, and a very large line to select from; some of the neatest and daintiest things you have ever seen in lace and embroidery; prices ranging LADIES' BLACK LISLE FINISHED HOSE; sev- eral different styles of lace ribs, fine quality, double heels and toes; sizes 8% to 10. Price 495 per palr. LADIES' FINE BLACK EGYPTIAN COTTON HOSE, 40 gauge, all black, or black with white feet, high spliced heels, double sole and toes; sizes 8 to10, Price 25¢ per pair. LADIES' FINE BLACK MACO COTTON HOSB, extra fine quality, high spliced heel, double sole and toes; a regular 50c front lace and loped edge, lace insertion ;‘;’;"g{“{;’"‘é- Jab ; come 3 pairs in and lace edges, inches. Price 50c each. $1.00. Price $1.00 per box. in Pink, Blue, Mail Orders Promp‘ly Fi'led. Crescent Corset Co., 1157 BROADWAY, CAL. Master Mariners’ Ball. The interior of Native Sons’ Hall, dec- orated and illuminated for the Master Mariners’ Benevolent Assoclation’s ball, given last evening, presented a beautiful epectacle. 8. Lund acted as floor man- ager. The following committees assisted g the ball a success: Reception committee—E. Henrix, O. Matson, N. C. Larsen, L. Foard; floor committee—P. Rice, M. Thompson, C. T. M. Klitgaard, ~ M. M. Tuft H. Haverside, H Madison, M. Tyeon, E. P. Tway, T. Thompson, C. | ard; co: e _© arrangements—L. d, ‘0. Matson, x, M. Thompso Akma: . Rice, C. Foard, E. M. M. Tuft and C. —_————— Lettered in Gold. ber that we stamp your name in free of charge, on pocket- g bags, cameras and all ods purchased at our store. | & Co., 741 Market street. * —_——— Rome most people are done ‘When as the Romans do them. Mrs. Deffer Is Cared For. Mrs. Louisa Deffer, the unfortunate woman who was found wandering on the | street a few days ago with her babe, has secured a home in Oakland. Through the theughtfulness of Mrs. Lydia A. Prescott of the Children’s Protective Association the poor woman was given many com- forts, The story of Mrs. Deffer’s condi- tion affected many charitable people. Money was sent to her, and George May- erle, the well known optician, sent her a check on the Crocker-Woolworth Bank for $25. —_——— Just recelved, another carload of those Barler Odorless Oil Heaters that you hear so much about. Nine sizes. Sold with a money-back guarantee. Chas. Brown & Son, 807 Market street, S. F. » —_——— OTTAWA, Ont, Dec. 7.—The body of Miss Bessie Blair, daughter of Hon. A. G. Blair, Minister of Railways and Canals, and that of H. A. Harper, editor of the Labor Gazette, Wwho were drowned while skating on the Ottawa River last evening, were recovered to-day. — e e Acceptable g | Chris One-quarter off our regular re- tail price upon the Fur Boas, Feather Lace Ruches for the neck. One-third off Pattern Hats. Hats of our own make and Walking Hats; Children’s and Misses’ Jackets, Three-Quarter Coats and Raglans. One-fifth off all our Tailor Made Gowns, Cloth Coats, Waists, Separate Skirts, Wrappers and Kimonos. ROBERT For the Past Eight Years at 115 Kearny St. H FOR ® Men, Women and Children If not in stock what you wani—we’ll make it for yow. Our goods are the best and our prices most reasonable. {884 KNITJTING CO. 60 Geary Street, San Francisco. H ‘ < tmas Gifts Special for One Week. following articles: Boas and Fancy all our Imported - - . KING OF THEM ALL,.. \ } . | | SWEATERS, JERSEYS, GYM. SUITS LEGGINGS— Of Mackintosh, Jersey or Wool. UNDERWEAR— In Silk, Wool, Linen or Lisle for any member of the family. SPORTING GOODS— For Tennis, Handball, Baseball, etc. Soctiety OW that the opera season is i over society matrons are planning functions that | will keep the belles and ! beaux on the go. The past week was a busy one. The various clubs held re- ceptions, there were many teas and a few dances. 1 At this season of the year, when | thoughts of the poor and afflicted are | | brought to mind by the nearness of | Christmas, bazaars, rummage sales and doll shows fill a great part of soclety's time. | The Fortnightly dance last Friday night | was the big_event of the week. The ex- | clusive set filled Cotillon Hall and spent a merry evening. A great many social| events are scheduled for next week. They Are Engaged. The engagement of Gussie, daughter of | Mr. and Mrs. 8. Green, to Ed Caro is an- nounced. The engagement is announced of Miss Bertha Lehmann of this city and David E. Harris of Oakdale, Cal. Mr. and Mrs. B. Getz of 213 Broderick street will hold a reception to-day, be- {tween 2 and 5 p. m., in honor of the en- gagement of their daughter, Blanche, to | Arthur C. Franklin. | Mr. and Mrs. A. Mamlock announce the | engagement of their daughter, Bertha, | to_Frank Lewis. Mr. gnd Mrs. Henry London announce | the engagement of their daughter, Leo- | nor, to Herman Lindner. | Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Triest of 1230 Post | street announce the engagement of their | daughter, Sophia, to Nathan J. Strasburg { of San Francisco. _The marriage of Miss Ruth Markey, | daughter of the late Henry S. Markey, to | Eugene Ashby Carter of Virginia ~will take place Thursday evening, December 12. Owing to the recent death of the bride’s father, the wedding will be very quiet. Announcement has been ‘made of the engagement of Miss Mary Roberts of Car- son City, Nev., to Phil McGrath of Haw- | thorn, Nev. The wedding is to take place in Oakland during the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. B. Getz of 213 Broderick street will hold a reception this_ after- noon from 2 to 5, in honor of the en- | gagement of their daughter Blanche to Arthur C. Franklin. They Are Married. On Thanksgiving day, at the home of the bride’s parents, 1431 Webster street, | Miss Bertha Lehmann became the wife of David E. Harris of Oakdale. The cere- mony was performed shortly after 2 p. m. by the Rev. Dr. Levy in the presence of the relatives and intimate friends of the couple. | The groom is connected with the John M. Klein Electrical Works of this city, | and the bride is well known in local so- ciety. The bride was very pretty in a| gown of pale blue crepe de chene. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. M. Lehmann, Mr. and Mrs. S, Lehmann, Mr, and Mrs, John M. Klein, Mr, and Mrs. H. Sayles, Mr. and Mrs. M. Loewen- thal, Mrs. B. Berg and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Sonnenbaum, Mr. and Mrs. M. Heineman, | Mrs, Si , M uline Stearn, Miss Flora | Miss Elsie Cohn, Miss Eila Jacobsor, Abe Gyle, Miss Eva Gyle, Mr, and Mrs, Joe Weber, Mrs. Canpher, on, Mr. and Mrs. Lizzie Jacol J | nd Mrs, ssen, John Stone, | A. Ja Jacobi, Dr. Max S y, Mr. and Mrs, 1 Mentz, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Thall, Mr Nathan, Miss Gussie , Professor R, E. Murtka, Rosener, Radden, Levi Harris, Mr. and Mrs. y Harris, Sam Harris, Miss Esta Levi, ss Lena Moore, Ben Jacobs, . and Mrs. 1. Goldmeyer. | A pretty wedding was solemnized at the sidence of Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Prowse, Sanchez street, on Sunday, November when Miss Nellie Williams of San Francisco was united in marriage to | George Aubery of Delano, Kern County. | The bride is the eldest daughter of Pearce Williams of the Market-street Railway Company. The groom is a stockraiser of Mrs. A. Abrams, Kern County. After the ceremony a wedding break- fast wa served, after which the happy | parted on their honeymoon amid shower of rice and old shoes. The following were present: P, Willilams, Mr. and Mrs, George Aubrey, Mr. and Mrs. H. 8. Prowse, Clair Livingston Miss Mary Hiegel, Miss Mamie Tyler, Mrs. 11, C. Farrell Jr., Harry Prowse and Andy Phoebe Samuel nounces the.marriage of her daughter { Ann to Eli Pinner Sunday, November 21, | at noon, in Stockton. Home Parties. On Thursday evening, December 5, friends of Mrs. John Robertson tendered her a birthday party. The evening was passed pleasantly. Among those present were: Miss Ella La Belle Miss Lizzie Armstrong, Mrs. John Robertson, Messrs. | Martin Dieckmiller, George Lawson, J. E. | Oliver and John Robertson. An enjoyable dinner party was given by | { the members of the Fourteen Club at a! | downtown restaurant on Saturday even- Covers were laid for eightee; An impromptu programme was rendered. | Among those present were: Mrs. Angela | Wood, Miss Elsie Quedens, Mrs. Claribel H. Kirby, Miss May Jefferson, Mrs. Alice Taylor, Lea Brough, Mrs. Genie Tully, Miss Hattie Lippman and Mrs. | Jesse H. Miller, Messrs. Fred H. Stanle, | Jack Cunningham, Will Yates, Phil J. Neumann, Jesse H. Miller, Robert Duke, | Jack Hawks, Edward Moldrup and Jesse D. Hannah. s A most _enjoyable surprise party was | given to Miss Rena Douglass Saturday | evening at her residence, 2916 Pierce street. The evening was spent in music, dancing and games. Dainty cards, on which was written the future of each one present, | were the souvenirs of the evening. Among those present were: Miss Rena Douglass, | . Marie L. Chesworth, Harry Cyril P. Wood, Will Haley, ht. Will Hyman, Alma ‘Har- umberg, Alfred C. Petersen, Millle A. Wright, Russell Wood, Grace Haley, H.A. Marchand, Gwendolen Boyer and Frank Douglass. 1 Mr. and ‘Mrs. Charles Nonnenmann were agreeably surprised on Saturday evening, November 23, by many of their friends and relatives and the singing so- city of the San Francisco Maennerchor, who appeared to welcome them to their new home at 630 Shottwell street, lately purchased by Charles Nonnenmann. In spite of the rainy weather there were many present. At 10 o'clock the singing | club arrived and surprised the guests. Dancing, singing and games were In order. At 12 o’clock the guests sat down to & sumptuous supper. After supper dancing and games were resumed. Among those present were: B. Salles, Hans Kroeger, Henry Bobsien, Joseph Flach, Mr. Dulfer, John Utschig, Mr. Kerth, EQ Arendf, Mr. Herten, H. Franzen, Mr. Schilling, W. Stumme, Joseph Hallinan, Lioyd Rickman, Albert Nonnenmann, Ch. Saur, Gustay_Nonnenmann, Josie McCarthy, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nonnenmann Sr., Mr. ‘and Mrs. Joseph Fetz, Mr. and Mrs. Bernhard, Mr. and Mrs. de Artigues, Mr. and Mrs. Louls Nonnen- mann, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nonnenmann, Mr. |and Mrs. J. Saur, Mr. and Mrs. P. Schenkel, Mrs. W. Biggs, Mrs. Carrie McCarthy, Mrs. John Bayle, Mrs. Hahn, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Schoelles, Mrs. J. L. Rickman, Mrs. Albrecht, Miss Albrecht, Miss Kitty Bayle, Miss Gussia Hallinan, Miss Nellle Maxwell, Miss Barbara Biggs, Miss Carrie Biggs and Miss Bertha Nonnénmann. A most pleasant gathmng took place Saturday evening, November 30, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Delaney, 418 Francisco street, it being the fifteenth anniversary of their marriage. The floral decorations arranged in honor of the oc- casion were very pretty. The parlors were draped in heavy ropes of smilax, in- terwoven with pink ribbon and surmount- ed by heavy pink satin bows. Over the curtains were trailing strings of smilax, and the mantelpiece was entirely coverad by pink carnations. ' The hallway and dining room were also strung with heavy ropes of smilax, relieved by standing jardenieres of immense bouquets of pink blossoms. The festive board was sur- rounded by smilax, relieved here and there by pink satin' bows. In the center of the table stood an immense bouquet of pink carnations, banked up to reach the chandelier above. Mr. and Mrs. De- laney led the march to the dining room at 12 o'clock. Toasts, speeches and con- gratulations were the order of events till a. m. Mr. and Mrs. Delaney were the recipients of many useful and ornamental presents in glass to commemorate their crystal wedding. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. John J. Delaney, Mr. and Mrs, A. Young, Mr. and Mrs. J. Murphy, Mr. and Mrs, H. Mckowski, Mr. and Mrs. F. Hayes, Mrs. J. Runnels, Mrs, McKnew, Mi; éfle McKnew, Miss L. Mckowskl, Miss B, Steppen- , Miss M. Steppenbach. Miss M. Smith, Miss M. A. Soldate, Miss M. Lyons, Miss F. Young, Dr. Creagh, H. Walters, | the Maple room of the Palace Hotel on | The committee having the affair in hand of Stockton an-| h, | made becomingly decollete. Events J. Leckie, T. Lewis, C. Preston, T. McGovern and J. Mckowski. The pupils of Miss_Bradley’s School ave a picture party December 6 at 3528 ddy street. Those who took part were: Eve Bowden, Evelyn Baddely, Juanita Ed- wards, Margaret Force, Lorena Mills, Orra Fulton, Claire Salamon, Ruth Howard, Hazel Hollingsworth, Weston Merrick, Edwin Amark, Frederick Hicks, Homer ' Gossett, George Hennessy, Oswald Eglehardt, Charles Langsdorf, Harold Gold- stein, Caivin von Staden, Sydney Slusher, Lloyd Glendening and Harold Gilson. Miss Clara Zwieg was hostess on the 6th inst. at a delightful dinner given at her home, 2597 Howard street. The dec- orations were all in pink. Those present were: Mr. and Mre. A. . Hammersmith (nee Tillle Ohlandt), Miss Clara Zwelg, Henry Ohlandt, Miss Freda Ohlandt, Bert L. Davis, Miss Bertha Zweig, Percy M. Bailey, Miss Elsle Hammersmith and Walter Zwelg. Club Parties. The friends of the Californta Keramic Club members are looking forward to the annual exhibit and soclal which is to be held by the ladies of the organization in December 11 and 12. A dinner and reception was tendered to Haverley's Minstrels on their arrival, Sunday, November 17, at the residence of George Garden, and the following Thurs- Gday evening, November 21, a party was given and an elaborate supper was served at midnight. Those present were: Mrs. E. Garden, George Garden, Miss Addie Nisbet, Perrin Somers, Miss Daisy Mc-~ Dermott, Rudolph Kopka, Helmer Gar- den, George Morgan, Annie McGuire, Francis Sutherland, 'Stella Smith, Gus DECEMBER 8, 1901. A Big Sale of F At $450 instead of $5.50, $6.00 and $6.75 Commencing to-morrow, Monday—Hundreds of choice Flannel Waists go on sale—Goods we have just received—the patterns, materials and styles are new—distinctly different from anything we have ever shown—The best of this season’s productions are here in French Flannel—Russian Crash—Prunella and Henrietta cloth—some are buttoned in the back and some in the front—all in such desirable colors as : Rose, Cadet, Royal Blue, Garnet, Black, Gray, Green,, Navy Blue, Cardinal, and Nile. Not a waist in the eatire offering worth less than $5.50 and vzlues reach up to $6.75 Sale Price $4_,50 each. Holiday Suggestions Lewin, Mamie McCall, Oscar Murphy, sollie McDermott, Ray Wagner, Edward Smith, Cora Smith, Willlam Pearl, Katie Sherry, Willlam Schooley, Kittie Kerri- gan, Jack Cullen, Mollie Tribly Walde, Clarence Cooper, Alvina Winterlee, George Zweifel, May Morse, Hermann Marion, Edward Bryar, Annle Walth- mann, Walter Walling, Gustay Strum- berg, Emma _Esterberg, Frank Clark, Carl Garden, Pearl Gillett, Maurice Seigel, Oscar Garden, Maud Coggins, Philip Munz, Nellie Phillin, Mr. Wilson, Carl Smith, Tillle Walde, Charles Newquist and Mr. Dempsey. Despite the inclement weather a fair number of members attended the meeting of the Country Club held with Miss Julien at Masonic Home, Decoto, on Tuesday last. Several papers were enjoyed. Miss E. Whipple gave one on “Firémaking and Foodgetting” and Mrs. Liddeke on “Bas- ketry and Pottery.”” Miss Partridge of the Corona Club, San Francisco, added greatly to the interest of the afternoon with a paper on “Heredity.” The music was furnished by Miss Julien, who ren- dered two vocal solos to the delight of many, who were unaware of her musical ability. Battery D, First Battalion Artillery, N. G. C., gave one of its regular monthly hops last Monday evening at the armory, 815 Ellis street. The success of the affair ‘was largely due to the untiring efforts of the members of the Ladles’ Auxiliary, among whom Mrs. Farless, Mrs. Whitney, Mrs. Hiteman, Mrs. Mund, Mrs. Munson and Miss Brown are the most active. A concert will be given this evening in Verein Eintracht Hall, 237 Twelfth street. is composed of C. Wedemyer, A. Wittrock and J. Martin. San Francisco Parlor No. 49, Native Sons of the Golden West, will hold its seven- teenth anniversary ball in_Native Sons’ Hall on Saturday evening, December 14. The California Ceramic Club will hold its annual reception in the Maple Room of the Palace Hotel December 11, from 1 to 10 p. m., and December 12, from 10 a. m. t0 10 p. m.” Lovers of art will have an op- portunity to view much new and beauti- ful work done by the members of the club during the year. Personals. Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Schwabacher and their daughters, Misses Mura and Stella Schwabacher, will entertain their friends at a grand ball to be given at the San Francisco Verein on Thursday even- ing, December 12. Miss Annie Horwitz of New York will be pleased to see her friends at the resi- dence of Mrs. A. L. Leszynski, 1126 Eddy street. Mrs. Cheeh of 1265 Castro street, Oak- land, invites all Oberlin Colege students and friends to an informal social at her ome Monday evening, December 9. Miss Gertie Holland has gone to Los An- geles to meet her sister, Miss Mollie Hol- land, on her return from Europe. After a tour through Southern California they will return to San Francisco. Mrs. D. Mucha has moved from 835 Mc- Allister street to 1208 Golden Gate avenue. Mrs. L. H. Levy (nee Pechner), formerly of Fresno, will be at home to see her friends the last Wednesday of each month at 1257 Clay street. Miss Mary Genevieve Moroney left Sat- urday morning for the East, where she will remain indefinitely. She accompanied the De Young party as far as New York. Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Baruth have depart- ed on a trip through Mexico and the southern part of California. Mrs. H. Hamburger will be at home the first Friday of each month. Mrs. W. Wolfe, 1213 Pacific avenue, Ala- meda, will be at home the second Wed- nesday of each month. Among those seen at the opera lagt Wednesday evening were Miss Susule Ricnards, Miss Lilllan Hanscom and N. M. Hanscom. Miss Richards was robed in pink mousseline de soie over pink taffeta, In her coif- fure was a dainty white aigrette set with diamonds. Miss Hanscom was gowned in a creamy white point d'esprit over blue satin. The corsage was made high necked and elbow sleeves. Madame von Meyerinck entertained Mr. Damrosch and Mr. Bispham at dinner last Monday evening. ADVERTISEMENTS. SUPERFLUOUS HAIR And all other facial blemishes are removed by DR. and MRS. A. W. TRAVERSE, Donohos buliding, 1170 Market street, cor. Taylor, rooms 23-29, with the electric needle without pain or scar; permanency guaranteed: hours1to 4 p.m. ORIENTAL RUGS —AT— AUCTION. ABSOLUTELY WITHOUT RESERVE, LIMIT OR SUBTERFUGE. MONDAY...... .December § AND DAILY AT 2 P. M. Near 33' POSt St- Powell COME, SEE AND HEAR. Then you will know that Rugs are really sell- ing at your own prices. EPECIAL EVENING SALE THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY at 8 0'CLOCK. M. B. MIHRAN, adway’s Pills Purely vegetable, mild and reliable. Causes rlm' digestion, complete absorption and E:Lllh!ul regulari! For the cure of Bowels, X Bmllmo‘ '.h;‘ swh Ir- Lo itien. Blck Headeche, Biliusnest. Cane B e e e by madl, RADWAY & CO, xmr'_*'n‘r'&"l At our store, gift buying becomes easy buying—scores of pretty and useful articles for Christmas Presents are here—If you are in doubt what to buy, pay us 2 visit—On every floor, at every counter, abound helpful hints, that cannot fail to facilitate selection. lannel Waists Ideal Gifts in Decorated Glassware No such wonderful collection has been gathered anywhere ; they are here in all sorts of pretty shapes, beautifully decorated, embracing Vases, Bowls, Perfume Bottles, Wine Sets, Smokers Sets, Writing Sets, etc. Bohemian Glass Ornaments Tiffany Glass Ornaments Lonhuda Glass Ornaments Opal Crystal Ornaments.. Choice Ebony The variety which we have received this sea- son surpasses all former assortments—all are ex- quisitely decorated with Sterling Silver. v.... $1.25 to $2.25 each . 3.00t0 3.50 pair 1.25 to 2.00 each Hair Brushes ... Military Brushes, Cloth Brushes . Hat Brushes Also sets containing Brush, Comb and Mirror. Gloves for Everybody Men, Women, Boys and Girls A profusion of stylish and durable gloves of every sort, possessing every known to the glove trade. Kid Gloves for Ladies $1, $1.25, $1.50, $2 a pair Kid Gloves for Gents $1, $1.50, $1.75, $2 a pair Useful Triplicate In a magnificent assortment—some round, some square—others oval—all handsomely mounted— prices, from $3.75, $4.00, $5.50 to $12.00. Our' Glove Orders— 7-50, 8.30, 3.25, 3.85, .30, .65, Goods Match Boxes . Pocket Knives . .65 to 1.25 each | Pen Holders genuine quality Mirrors accepted at any department in the store. Mail Orders receive prompt attention—Our new illustrated Catalogue free. E Kearny and Sutter Streets Penells .....0cnc. .$2.25, $2.50, $3.25 and up to § 6.00 9.50 and up to 15.00 4.00 andup to 9.25 .9oand upto 2.00 Gun Metal Novelties The display of genuine gun metal goods, comprises every variety of article useful or ornamental, which is made of this handsome metal. $4.25 each 2.15 each 1.95 each .. 1.50 each Also Card Cases, Coin Holders, Cigar Cutters,etc, Feather Boas in Holiday Readiness Of all the beautiful hoiiday goods none make a more useful or desirable gitt—we never had such | a fine collection — all fashionable colors are here, Boas 1}{ yds long $10, $11.75, $13.75, and $15.50 Boas 14 yds long $18.75, $20.75, $23.75 to $60 Fine Values in . Pin Cushions Beautifully painted by hand and prettily trimmed ‘ with lace—come in all kinds of shapes—prices | range 85c, $1.00, $1.25 and up to $5.00. | are an easily purchased gift—You don’t have to know l the size or color of glove when buying an order—The { recipient makes her own selection when she chooses—and if gloves are not desired, the order will be || — NEWS OF STATE LAND AND WATER MILITIA Target Practice for Field and Staff Officers of the Fifth Infantry Regiment. The field and staff officers of the Fifth Regiment of Infantry will have their final pistol shoot for the year at the range of Company G, Alameda, to-day. Major D. A. Smith, Fifth Infantry, will preside at an election for second lieu- tenant in Company B, Fifth Infantry, San Jose, to-morrow. Lieutenant Hunter and Private Mc- Comas of Company I, Livermore, have been ordered to appear before the exam- ination board of the Fifth Infantry as to their qualifications as first and second lieutenant, respectively. An election_will shortly be ordered in Company F. Fifth Infantry, to fill a va- cancy caused by the acceptance of the resignation of Captain Bennett. Lieutenant Commander Louglas White was in New York yesterday as the repre- sentative of Captain Nerney of the Naval Militia at a meeting of militia officers on board the United States ship New Hamp- shire to discuss the suggestion of Presi- dent Roosevelt to organize the naval militia of the several States into a na- tional naval reserve. Captain Nerney has issued orders for January to the effect that all officers of the Naval Militia must perfect themselves in the manual of drills. He has also or- dered the establishment of a school of instruction for the commissioned and the petty officers. During that month there fimcl:,lzl military drill with one-pound otchkiss guns. During Jan there will be several elections in the Naval Militia to succeed officers whose terms of the Marion will be taken by the ship’s-steam launch to Harbor View to-day for tar- get practice. —————————— Lincoln Relief Corps Inspected. Lincoln Rellef Corps No. 3 of the auxil- fary to the Grand Army of the Republic was at its last held meeting inspected by Department Inspector Lou M. p in the large and beautiful hall of Lincoln Post, where the floor work of the corps was exemplified to advantage. The other work of the corps was also well per- formed, especlally that of the treasurer, secretary and color-] rs, that of each officer being almost faultless. There were many visitors from other corps present, and all had a pleasant evening. This — NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. CAUSE.OF FALLING HAIR. Dondruff, Which Is a Germ Disease— Kill the Germ. Falling hair is caused by dandruff, which {s & germ disease. The germ in burrowing into the root of the hair, ‘where it destroys the vitality of the hair, causing the hair to fall out, digs up the cuticle In little scales, called dandruff or scurf. You can’t stop the falling hair without curing the dandruff, and you can’t cure the dandruff without killing the dandruff germ. estroy the cause, you remove the effect.” Newbre's Herpl- cide is the only halir preparation that kills the dandruff germ. Herpicide is also a delightful hair 3 corps has taken an increased interest in the charitable labor in which it is en- gaged, having lately added many to its ranks, who promise to be willing workers in the cause. Under the direction of the new officers, who are soon to be installed, it is expected that the corps will during the next term surpass all previous rec- ords. Mrs. Mary J. Parolini, who for some time has creditably filled the posi- tion of press correspondent for the rarns Made to order, teed. Sealskin Jackefs We call attention to our endless variety of Fox Neckwear, Capes, Collarettes and Scarfs of every description at Popular Prices, will retire from that position at the end of the present term, as her duties will not allow her the time to continue fur- tuer in that position. —_———— Transcontinental Freight Bureau. The Transcontinental Freight Burean will hold an important meeting In this city the ml; part of next month. The spectfic date has not yet been announced. London -Dyed, Elegantly Finished, Fit Guaran- 1500 A Special Offer for the Holidays. H. LIEBES & CO., INCORPORATED, 183-137 Post Street, S. F.