The evening world. Newspaper, September 25, 1902, Page 6

Underwriters, Who _ Know What Good Fire Generalship Means, Are for Him toa Man. SAY CHARGES ARE WEAK. Who fire underwriters of New York fire behind Chief Croker to a man in his defense against the charges ma by Commissioner Sturgis that ho ts Incompetent and dishonest. ‘As individuals many of them have al- ready assured the Chief of their con- fidence in him and the National Board of Fire Underwriters, representing every fire insurance company of prominence Going business in the United States, is ready to take up the cudgels in his behalf. Henry H. Hall, Vice-President of the joard of Underwriters, when seen to- lay by an Evening World reporter, sald: “Tt is a rank injustice to make these obarges against Mr. Croker. I believe Commissioner Sturgis 1s an honest man, but I am sure that he is anxious to proye himself a rabid reformer and is trying to find some pretext for showing his qualifications as such. He 1s cer- tainly treating Chief Croker most un- fustly, for Mr, Croker Is a good and efficient Hire Chief.” © Charles A, Shaw, President of the ‘Hanover Fire Insurance Company, said: *I do not think Chief Croker is either fnoompetent or dishonest. In regard to the Park Avenue Hotel fire, I would say _ that no man {s infallible, and when a fire ehlef is centring his Interest on oxi fire he cannot be held responsible for an unforeseen catastrophe which _ may occur at some distance from the fire which he {s watching.” Francis C. Moore, President of the * Continental Insurance “Ohief Croker is a thoro: man, I know he will clear himself of Vthe charges. He is the man for the Bucs T cannot say with certainty that ae. Sturgis is making these cha ‘a political attack, but I will “Ahey are base! and unwarranted “SODA BOTTLE EXPLODED. Manufacturer Anked for $10,000 by Injured Woman. Mra, Emma Fitz, of Union Hill, N. J., has begun a $10,000 damage suit against Edward Seltz, a dealer in carbonated drinks and mineral waters at West Ho- sustained while opening a bottle of soda cight eye. A separate sult RANCE MEN 'DIED SILENT boken, for injuries alleged to have been | 7 ater, Phe bottle exploded, cutting the woman | ‘79 on the face and causing the loss of her AMONG FRENDS Old Tailor Lay Down on the Floor of Sweat- shopand Expired ina Few Minutes. FRIENDS ARE SUSPICIOUS en, fifty-six years old, was on the fourth Simon Ce found de: floor of atre far elrouen: nm Js being mad The eweatshop was conducted 1 Cohen and Bernard Isaacs. Cohen le the place yesterday to hire more tailor He did not return to the shop and is said to have spent the evening drinking with men in a saloon at No. 8 Orchard street. He also played pinochle in the saloon, but his fellow-players were said to be his friends. Cohen, who is a widower with four children, lived at No. 109 Ludlow street, but it ts eal he did not go there Inst night, Early to-day he entered the tailor shop, and without greeting his partner or any of the other men there went to a room, where he remained ten minutes, ‘Then, again without speak- Ing, he lay down on the floor, In a momont he began to breathe heavily. Isaags, frightened, spoke to him, but got no reply. Patrolman Flogd, of the Eldridge street tation, was called, and mim- moned an ambulance from Gouverneur Hospital, When it arrived, with Dr. Goodridge, Cohen was dead. The doc- tor said the man might have died of heart trouble. Two of Cohen's daughters have been seriously {I and he was greatly worried. Some of his friends think thls caused his death, Prof. Robert Koch Cures Consumption. There te no question that Prof, Robert K 1 jor will moon pana a Yes, It will pase and the sufferer along with It, unless An long aa tho by not prop. dertroys all germs 19 W. 2M st, cor has been instituted by her husband ‘for the loss of her services while in a hos. pital. Fall Sale, now at the height of you a saving of 30 per cent. ! economies are still greater. Pretty 5-plece Parlor Suites, !Ike design, all manslve frames, tn volished mahoxal carved and shaped ask covering, deeply ‘all of $33; sale price. Smith's Axminster Cex pets; vor- ders to match; very fine grade; deep pile; elegant ' pati ‘all Wool; H gale pri yowle Baur (COMP wise, W125" St.Near 7*Ave. Wiee2s. Think What This Sale Saves You! Thirty Cents on Every Dollar, Or $30 on Every Hundred! Without taking into account quite considerable that would not be strictly fair to include in the average, our remarkable this economy, though if we figure in numerous odd pieces and incomplete sets, not of sufficient quality to advertise, the This great inducement, together with the astonishingly large stock we carry—the treatment we accord all, etc.—are the factors that are drawing thousands to this sale. Carpets and Rugs Far Below Regular Prices! ANNe: its popularity, actually offers You are absolutely certain of rettlly dam- 0! pleces, with finish ellent wil & "| SAILOR SUITS, of all Fey REEFER JACK! Five drawer gold- Handsome, solid en oak Chiffoniers, and qaartered like design, 5 ft. Sin, oak, polished fins| high, French bevel {sh Bookcases, 20x12; value like design, & ft. 9p in. bigh, 8 ft, wide;| swell door, brags! | trimmings, value $19.50; sale price, Brass and Ra- Amelled Reda, Stunning iine at very surprising reductions. 2 Enamelied | Tron Cribs, | lixe desizn, F Solid goldon oak or mahogany fin- fsh saddle - seat Rockers, like de- Sign, value $3.50; so $1.95! zale price, $3.49! | FOR BRIDAL OUTEIT Court Sets Aside Amount for Miss Henrietta Bell, Heiress, Who Is Soon to Be Mar- ried. Miss Henrletta Bell t# to have $12,000 for her wedding trousseau, That would 9© an extremely larce sum for most young women, but it tsn't for Miss Bell, who has a fortune held in trust for her she asks {x comparatively modest | At the request of Col, Willlam Jay, Miss Bell's guardian, Justi O'Gorman, in the Supreme Court, hi dan order requiring the New York Insurance and ‘Trust. Company to the mone Bell who Is nddaughter of the whom she inherited F 125th St., West, Children’s Our “Children’s Days” are famous. This week’s offerings have never been effect, plaited skirt, jacket silk line 18 yrS., VAlUC 15.00sesece+eesee CHILDREN’S RUSSIAN BLOUSE DRES! Gibson effect, trimmed with fancy CHILDREN’S COATS, three-quarters length, of FOR THE B reg. 4.00 and 5.00.4. Dol Serge: Tweeds, § to 16 yrs.; reg. 6,00. | THREE PIECE SUITS, of all woo! Mixed Cheviots or Tweeds, YES, TOG. 5.000006 $ BOYS’ SAILOR HATS, of fine all wool c reg. 1.50 CHILDREN’ of plai sth, scalloped collar, trimmed wi or cadet, sizes 1% to 34% yrs.. CHILDREN’S BOX COATS, of Venetian cl edged with hi CHILDREN | CHILDREN’S TAM O' SHANTER HATS, of trimmed with satin ribbon... MISSES’ AND CHILD Styles, reg. 75Cecee-....e0eees CHILDREN’S SCHOOL HATS, of scratched pearl, navy, brown and red, reg. 98c... MISSES' TRIMMED READY-TO-WEAR MISSES’ extension sol f Box Calf, han to 5%4,1.98; i lace or button, tan ¢ eehr Great Things A dollar spent at Hecht’s is ever the ind selling. Taffeta in, black and Record 5 50) with 8 31 va $5.00; Record Selling Fi Walking Skirts, £3" flare, #0) short length, material of outing flannel, fanc bor of solid ‘color: Selling 35¢ | Children’s Reefers, 311, 9.9), with Hior collar and brald trim. ing, alzes 2 to 6, value $1.50; "Selling Friday... 9Uc| Mus} n Gowns, }i's brolder Record 8 Kimonos, ith Jay Women's color heavy nt natural Blac ribbed t Ibe, qualit Women's Hose, ble heels nd tons: Recoru Selling Friday $7.50 Chatelaine This groat. grand Jewelry department o| Here's a genuine unamelied Chat ine ping to maten—colora of blu timekeeper; Record Belling Three Men Attacked Chinese and whose guardian thinks the amount] p: could not do #0 alone she called Charley. OCH & Co. Between Lenox &} Open Saturdays Seventh Avenues. Extra good values have made them so. FOR. THE GIRLS, 210 rie MISSES’ WALKING SUITS, of all wool mixed Cheviot, Norfolk or blouse colors black, blue or brown; 14 to MISSES’ WALKING SKIRTS, of all wool Scotch Tweeds, plaited effects, in a variety of mixtures, lengths 35 to 40 inches, value 7.50.60 aids, sizes 6 to 15 years., value 10.50 Monte Carlo backs, with or without capes, sizes 4 to 15 yrs., value 6.75. DOUBLE-PREASTED SUITS, of all wool plain blue or mixed Cheviots or Cheviots or Fancy Mixtures, all the newest colors and styles; 3 t0 10 yrs., reg. 6.00.ccecesecsseeeeeses » Of all wool Serge Cheviot, cut extra long, 3 to 8 yrs., FOR THE LITTLE TOTS, s-»:no. S BOX COATS, of all wool Cheviot, double stitched capes; also Kk braid, colors tan, red or blue, sizes 124 JATS, of all woo! Bedford Gord, deep capes, elaborately trimmed, with narrow satin ribbon and silk braid, sizes 6 mos. to 2% yrs. CHILDREN’S KNOCK-ABOUT HATS, of red felt, two of the most popular EAVER HATS, first quality napped beaver (not seconds), the pop- ular hat of to-day, black, brown, navy, cardinal, green and natural, reg, 2.98 SHOES FOR BOYS AND GIRLS, secon river. MISSES' BOOTS, lace or button, of extra fine Kidskin, patent leather tips, hand- i Sizes 11 to2, 2,29; CHILDRE ewed welt, extension soles, stylish OUTHS’, of same, 11 to 2... 259-261 6 ‘AVE for Record Selling Friday. Organization tells. Hecht’s resources tell—every article tells— ice tells, Seven mammoth establishments unite in giving vidual the highest qualitied merchandise at underpriced Boys’ Norfolk and tw pair Cuff Buttons, 1 deck Collar Button, value 106. * 1. | O44 Jot of Jet Hurkles, value 2c. 5e..5¢ M-| Columbia and Perfection Watches, $3.95. BROKE HIS SKULL Restaurateur After Refus- ing to Pay for the Meal They Had. Mrs, Charley Lee, the Celestial wife | of a Chinese restarateur, of No. 60 /@) Smith street, Brooklyn, close to Pollc Headquarters, was acting as cashier | early to-day when three men refused to their meals, . Lee, who ts very small, tried to block the door, and when she found she As he came from the rear one of the Strangers hurled a platter at him, Lee dropped to the floor with a fractured skull an he three men escaped, whi Mrs. Lee went to her husband's side Lee was taken to the Brooklyn Hospita! till 9.30 P.M, Friday & Saturday, Days surpassed in this store or any other. 11.95 4.95 7.75 4.90 all-wool imported mixed goods, of all wool Melton, box or OYS, sr 2.85 4.98 srotous 4.79) - 3.79 | loths, stitched brim, all colors, 95c ith braid, and fur heads, tan, red 5.48 fh, double breasted to 3% yrSew 4.69 cream Bengaline silk, prettily 1 79 REN’S HATS, 221 ri. 48c 69c 98c 1.98 'S of same; 8% to 10%], 7 9 1.79 or black Kidskin, flexible sewed Here In Like cASH ELSEWHERE 370S. BET.16° S17, Scheduled one hundred cents well spent. Lack ribbed, double Suits, ih rd, large “Wis! 96 mi #0, value Ge... Vanoling on lark fours is never lacking in su Oa, Waich—anly 6) at this prose wien every one a thorough 3. “Pickwick” Right-Shape Clothing For Men. The Most Perfect-Fitting Clothing in All the World. REGISTERED TRADE- MARK, the various types of builds, and under the “Pickwick” System these groups—th light, as well defined and distinct as are the classifications of the plant world, or More Information About This Wonderful System. Its Revelation. . Second Floor. And now for another little chat as to what the “ Pickwick” System really means, Why this remarkable achievement is the crowning triumph of the garment builders’ craft, and why in its all-embracing scope in the Clothing world it marks the beginning of a new and better era in the development of one of our country’s greatest industries; how the “ Pickwick ” stands for higher things —greater possibilities—cleaner, broader methods than those which have heretofore prevailed trom bench to counter. Technically, THE PICKWICK SYSTEM IS A_ SCIENTIFIC, SYSTEMATIC CLASSIFICATION OF THE HUMAN MALE ADULT AS APPLIED TO HEIGHT, WEIGHT, SIZE AND SHAPE OF THE BODY. In other words—a careful study in detail as to the requirements pertaining to the proper fitting of each individual form with garments designed expressly for the particular type of build represented by the customer and none other, Years of painstaking research have been devoted to the attainment of this remakable result—involving the measuring of thousands upon thousands of ese divisions—of various erecticeed human shapes, stand out as clear as day- any other department in the great workshop of nature, Thus the ‘ Pickwick ” System represents in cold, yeaa form the ideal possibility of fitting properly every known build of man with ready-to-put-on garments, equalled heretofore only much as the cost of a “ Pickwick ”’ garment. The “ Pickwick ” System has out-tailored the tailor. about separately, but for to-day only, a peep at a few. yy the best efforts of the exclusive tailor, whose price is from two -to three times as It embraces twelve general divisions of the male adult, each of which we shall talk First comes the well-proportioned “Medium” type, well-formed and rounded, not too fat or too thin, height or weight average. Branch- ing away we see on one side the “Long Medium” and “Extra Long” divisions; on the other side the interesting group of short fellows, the “Short Medium” and “Short Stout” types. Next a smile with Mr. Pickwick and our big, jolly, fat friends, the “Extra Stout” groups, and near them the types of lesser corpulence, the “Medium Stout” and “Long Stout” divisions, and so on. A word as to price—for the ‘Pickwick’ System stands for economy, ingly—within his means. : Prices for Suits from..... --$15 to $40 | Prices for Overcoats. bears directly upon the purse of every man who aims to dress becom- . cuieleiesieicices sesh) 0100) BOO, The Simpson Crawford Co. Shoe Store. Second Floor. It is the undeviating policy of this establishment to handle only the most worthful merchandise, and each department, of course, lives up to this strict rule. Under no conditions will we sell trashy, job lot or misfit Shoes, such as are so generously advertised in basement shoe stores as bar- gains—at $1.00 or thereabouts. Our beautiful department on the second floor of our new build- ‘ing is handsome, clean, and accessible, Only thoroughly reliable Shoes will be sold there. Our Shoe Store is accordingly stocked with the most meritori- ous Footwear for man, woman and child—shoes made especially for us under expert supervision, Such excellence in the matter of quality (as well as the best possible store service), associated with the fairest of prices, must merit the approval of men and women who are seeking the best re- sults in Shoes and the greatest possible values, As we desire to direct special attention to our line of men’s and women’s $3.50 and $5.00 Shoes we accordingly dwell, as you will observe, upon the lines at these prices: Men’s Shoes—A New Dep:rtment. In this Department we show the very newest models of selected materials, including Vici Kid, Black Russian Cloth, Patent and Enamel Leather, Patent Kid and Chrome and French Calfskin ; all soles are of genuine oak sole leather. MEN’S CUSTOM FINISHED SHOES, which closely resemble the $10.00 and $12.00 Shoes of the leading custom shoemakers, are priced here at..... $5.00 MEN’S ESS SEE ESS SHOES Represent a line possessing all the merits usually found in Shoes selling elsewhere at $5.00, though our price is $3.50 Women’s Shoes, WOMEN’S CUSTOM FINISHED SHOES, made only of the choicest popular materials; of genuine oak sole leather and flexible insoles, The same smart appearance and service to be had of regular $7.00 and $8.00 Shoes will be found in ours at.....seeceeesscesees $5.00) WOMEN’S ESS SEE ESS SHOES. It’s hardly necessary at this time to dwell in detail upon the virtues and merits ot our Women’s Ess See Ess Shoes; suffice it to say that they are thoroughiy serviceable, stylish and absolutely perfect titting and as comfortable as any shoes can be made. ‘These features stamp our Ess See Ess Shoes as the leading Footwear sold to-day at the price of........ $3.50 Widths AAA to E, sat aot ee) i 2 at Sizes 24 to 8; 20 Sues of slippers. Handkerchiefs. Main Floor. Delicucy and simplicity are always the prevailing fashion in Women's Handkerchiefs. Some women lke the plain linen kinds, while others prefer the artistic embroidered and lace trimmed crea- tions. For to-day we offer two splendid lots, which will appeal to all Men's and Women’s tastes: ' 500 dozen plain, pure linen ‘Women’s Handker- chiots, at, each......., Iprmsosesiecdeby cs wane veapegtes 10 and 25 300 dozen Women’s enrbroidered, lace trim- med, woven and printed Handkerchiefs, at, each. We alse offer for men: 500 dozen pure linen Handkerchiefs, at, each.. 12% and 25 12% and 25 200 tozen French and Wnglish Novelty Handker- chiefs, at, each 4 ie 35 and 70 Young Men’s Suits at $10.00 and $12.00 but they are not members of the “* Pickwick” family. Ato sizes 32 to 38—thus men of regular proportions up to and including Si inch chest measurement can be suited and fitted at c these prices, ‘ oe Shirt Waist Opportunities Extraordinary. Second Floor, There's a remarkable collection of Waists of all materials for women and misses at this store—one, we believe, that stands without an equal. Superiority and betterness are matters we strongly consider when making purchases, and the feature of right price is second in importance only to those of style and correctness. Corroboration of this statement will be seen in the following offerings, the values of which would be tempting even at the wane of the season, Women’s White Cotton Women’s Black Waists of im- Waists, of figured damask, fleece ported Brilliantine, 8 side platts, lined, double breasted, two tailor stitched, fastened at side, ious of pearl eas 95 new sleeve with double plaits, s ’ oe os . making a very full flare cuff; cuffs Women's Flannel ~—-Waists, | solidly tailor stitched; ; made with four side plaits in 1.95 : good value at $3.50..... ° ‘ront, piped with white, finish- ed with fancy crocheted but- Of all-wool Flannel, _ tallor tons, Duchess front, tailor stitched plaits, velvet buttons, ele- stitched, two side plaits in | gantly tailored; ages 12 to 18 years; red, royal, light blue, green and black.. $ 1.95 Women's Velveteen Waists, in cardinal, green, tan, royal and black; made with the circular yoke; bias fold two inches wide around yoke and down front; piped with black and white plaid; bodice of waist with white stitch- ing, fancy crocheted buttons, stitched belt; a waist that cannot be dupli- $2 95 . back. piped Spee couas and cuffs also piped, in all colorings, for. ath S195 Women's Fla Waists, in royal, cardinal, light blue, white, green and black, double box plaited shoulder effect, mak- ing a very full blouse, Duchess front, piped with plaid silk and plaid silk covered buttons, ep- aulets on shoulder, piped with plaid silk, collar and cuffs also piped with the same material. 4 $1595 cated for. 5 Another Offering of Women’s fy. Tailored Hats. to-Wear These are very stylish Toques, in a combination of velvet and scratch felt, in prevailing colors and. contrasts. Real value $4.50, for Friday only ..,++0.secevcecccce ccsesessvece $2.95 Imported Feather Hats at Sacrifice Prices. The entire stock of one of our prominent importers, whose os rs | 50 per cent. under regular prices. Each day brings additional pogsible nee or occasion. tion is well in keeping with it. shipments of the above goods were delayed in transit. try to describe these Feather Hats, but will simply say that they are $2.75 and $4.95. Women’s Fall Gloves, Main Floor. \ stock for Fall and Winter comprises every possible style for every We have set up a high standard in this store, and the Glove Sec- i As a ljeater for lriday we offer: 2-clasp German Lamb Giace, perfect fitting, embroidered Glovi in black, white and the season’s ied at, mins... i We will not deliveries of Gloves, until now our oR | Prompt Attention Assured All [ail Orders. Sixth Ave. 19th to 20th St.