The evening world. Newspaper, January 5, 1909, Page 10

NOBODY HEARD BROWN “POP” 10 ENA WALE Bankrupt Broker Tells Lawyer Only Two Were in Group at Betrothal. PROBING AUTO GIFT. Creditors Trying to Fix Time When Actress Got It and Hour of Suspension, | o” “Was any one else present when you Became engaged to Miss Hopper?” was @me of the questions asked of A. O. Brown, of the defunct brokerage house bearing his name, by Lawyer Daniel ¥, Hays, for some creditors, in the Mearing before John J. Townsend, ref- @ee in bankruptcy, at No. 45 Cedar areet, to-day. Then the lawyer stammered, blushed, Dit his lips and murmured, “I assume, wedody,” and Mr. Brown smilingly nod- ded assent. ‘The attorney for the creditors was wring to bring out some additional fasts concerning the broker's gift of an automobile to his fiancee, and the ques- tien was only preliminary to others con- cerning that famous gift. Mn Hays had been questioning Mr. Brown and Edward F, Buchanan con- @urning the exact time of the assign- ment and suspension of the firm on | and after thone events. At Her Home, of Course. | "Do you remember where thla en | gage—ahem - this—conversation took | place?” he asked next And Mr. Brown asked: “What con- |versation do you mean, Mr. Haya? 2 |didn't mention any conversation.” “Well, this engagement, then; do you member where it took place?” ‘Yes, naturally, at her home,” re- plied the witness. | “Now, was any one present when you |querted; “that ts, any one but you and Miss Hopper?” | Mr, Brown answered emphatically, | "No, sir.” 1 | ‘What was the substance of your conversation with her after you be- came engaged?” asked Mr. Hays, and then quickly corrected his question with, ‘That 1s, I mean, with regard to your gift of the automobile?” | | The witness explained that he had | | simply wanted to give her @ present at that time, and had told her he would | | lke to give her tho machine, and she || had accepted, , | Then the lawyer wanted to know how | | Wanted the “Spoon” Talk. ell, it was the same day,” an- DOCTOR'S PRESCRIPTION matic Pains, Also Syn Hullder, | Go to any good prescription druggist and get the following: | One ounce compound syrup of Sarsapa- || Hilla and one ounce Toris compound. Add | these to a half pint of first class whiskey and use a tablespoonful before cach meal and at bedtime. The bottle must be well || shaken each time. || Although this 1s seemingly a common- lace formula, yet it {8 the most effective Known for. the ‘eradication of acid polsons | from the blood, absolutely curing all kinds | of rheumatism, and at the same time re- storing the whole system to @ vigorous, | healthy condition, The enfeebled body and nerves will feel | | {ts remarkable restoring effects after the first few doses, but it should be continued | | until health {s fully recovered, The prompt use of this excellent mixture | will be found to save many a dollar In doc- | tor bills and much suffering. Quickly Car e Dress Silks Very Much Below " Soft Finish Satin Directoire, 36 inches wide, in a large variet new evening and street shades, Semi-Rough All Silk Pongee, 26 inches wide, in natural, - white and all the new colors, Lustrous Finish Crepe de Chine, 23 inches wide, in evening shades, also white, ivory and cream, Also for the remainder of the weet, Continuation Sale of Housekeeping Linens incly Damask Table Cloths, Napkins, to match, Hemstitched Linen Sheets, Hemst'd Linen Pillow Cas es, Scalloped Linen Pillow Cases, qj Huck Hemmed, Hemstitched, Towels Scalloped, Bed Spreads, Irish«Damask Table’ Linens, ——SqeE{ES6=—a]_a_]{aq_ie_———__—=——===_ | | To-morrow, Wednesday, a Special Purchase of Embroideries Bainsook,Cambric and Swiss Edgings and Insertions, | 20° and 25° Yard | a 8, 12°, 16°, Swiss, Nainsook and Cambric 27 inch Flouncings, a 37°, 45°, 53¢ Wilton Rugs /alue $37.50, Size 9 x 42 ft, = in Oriental designs, V Stern Brothers will make to-morrow an important offering of very desirable and Satins Prevailing Prices Yate sss va, $1.10 Value 75¢ Yd, at DOS Value 95¢ Yd, at 63¢ ding from $1.65 to 6.50 |. Doz 1.75 «4.75 | Pair 3.48 “ 6.75 || f a 88c «1.25 | 1.50 “ 2.95 Doz, $1.90 to 2.75 tt 2.85 « 5.40 « 2.85 “6.75 || from 75c to 2.60 73¢ to 1.15 Yard ’ 60¢ and 75° Yard x $29.50 HIGH GRADE WILTON, SAXONY, BRUSSELS AND SMYRNA RUGS IN A , WIDE RANGE OF SIZES AND DESIRABLE COLORINGS, MODERATE: LY PRICED. Portieres & Upholstery Fabrics For Furniture Coverings and Draperies At Special Reductions, PORTIERES WITH VELOUR BORDER, Formerly DOUBLE FACE ARMURES AND TAPE FoSmerly $2.25 TWO-TONED AND FANCY F TAPESTRY SQUARES FOR CHAIR at 35c, 65c, West Twenty-third Street $6.75 $9.50 Pair STRIES, nd 3.25 Yard $1.75, 1,95 A at ‘ and 4.50 Yard $2.75, 3,50 SEATS AND CUSHION TOPS, 75c¢ and 95c Aug. %, and their actions just before swered the witne tion fixed the day ax March 2 after you became engaged it that you gave the lawyer wanted to know “Well, really, Mr. lays,’ replied, pleasantly, "I you how long it was that same several hours, hour afterward when I gave her the | plied car, or It might have been more. Mr. Hays gave up and didn’t try any gave her the automobile?” Mr. Hays) ~~ long after the engagement it was. | ] Now, Mr. Brown. vw long er was | tr time er the automobile? | name Mr. Brown | ouldn't just tell! pe it was during It might have been an been This Sale of Isa New York's discerning shoppers soon discovered the distinguishing features of this remarkable sale, P Tices—such as you never expected to see on such splendid qualities. Assortments—about 75 beautiful models, all new 1909 styles. Qualities—such as you usually pay half as much more for. The _waist_department_overflows into neighboring sections with special counters loaded with waists—every available main floor section 1s pressed into use and filled with the snow-white heaps. And what lively selling it is! Many women have bought their whole seaton's waist supply at once and they certainly could not do better, for every style is new and January sale prices are veritable surprises. New lots are opened to-day ready for Wednesday's. selling 3 New Styles at $1.00-Mi« of batiste, embroidery and Val. laces—one a sheer batiste, another a Madras Shirt. waist, and a third of Linene—both hand laundered collars. 3 Chic Effects at $1.50-AM sre of sheer —————— _bittiste, tucked and effectively trimmed with Val Lace and Filet and Irish insertions. The newest spring models. conversation, but that lasted | initials were el hers?” ed to know why the THE EVENING WORLD, TUESDAY, JANUARY 65, 1909, ted it a long time L but e wald ah Ato know ri : ala on the ar i Hla nN tried to show th ary) caus ne the er giving the ear te Mise Hopp SEL Mr. Brown had acted a ( cok after the uae (owner, but the witness checked him on of the firm, wasn't it, Mr. /saying that he had never used it after "asked the lawyer, “when the /siving It to Miss Hopper except on her anged from yours to invitatton Adjournment was taken until next And when the witness had re in the affirmative Mr. HL - | Thursday, Geo Whitney had not who was e firm in (several big deais, will be examined. concerned change made sooner January Clearing Sales Extraordinary clearing sale bargains in every section. Our imperative rule forbids carrying goods from one season over into another=a rigid policy that forces prices right down to the quick-selling point. The lots that are too small to advertise furnish the greatest values. Lingerie Waists Distinct Selling Triumph A Score ot New Models, at $1.95 One of which is illustrated on the right This 1s the largest and most wonderful lot of all. The waist sllustrated is of scheer batiste, tucked, beaded and em- broidered; others are elaborated with Irish Yokes, Val, laces, embroidered medallious, etc, A Dozen Smart Styles, at $2.95 One of which is illustrated on the left This handsome Waist, as illustrated, is of Crepon Cloth, combined with Irish insertions, and is one of the most favored spring styles, Two others are of batiste, tucked and elaborated with Irish in- sertions, embroidered medallions and rufflings of Val, 4 Dainty Waists at $2.50— A! of sheer batiste, tucked and effectively combined with English Eyelet Em- broiceries, German Vals. and Irish insertions 5 Stunning Styles at $3.95-OF | batiste over and effectively trimmed with ruffiings of Val. stitched straps and embroidered roses; yoke and cuffs are of Val. Laces. Several other models in this lot ; i Of batiste, finely tucked and cleverly combined with Vals. 4 Beautiful Dressy Waists at $5.00- Poy netvions and motts several’ more models in this group make it a most interesting one, Second Floor—Greenhut and Company All of batiste, some hand embroidered. These only begin to tell the good things—a shopping tour will be a revelation to you. Those Sample Strip Embroideries On Monday we sold more than twice as many embroideries as on any previous occasion. How did we do it? If you were here you would know. If you did not come on Monday, come to-morrow and you will see the reason for it—em- broideries so beautiful, so various and priced so low that a new record for value giving as well as busy selling has been reached. They come direct from the manufacturer in Europe and include many beautiful effects that have never before been shown outside the large and exclusive shops of European Cities, 5c for_the_10¢ 10c for the 19 15c for the 29¢ 25¢ forthe 45c 17 in. Flouncings and Corset Coverings. 29c for _49c values. 39¢ for 65c values 49c for 75¢ values, 27 in. Flouncings. 39c for_59c values, 49c for 75. values 76c for $1.25 values. Embroideries. Embroider es, Embroider «6. Embroideries. 98c tor $1.75 values. Main Floor—Greenhut and Company 39c for_the_75¢_Embroideries. 59c for the $1.10 Embroideries 12%c for the 25¢ Embroideries. 19¢ for_the_35¢_Embroideries. 45 in, Flouncings. 49c¢ for _85c_values, 75c tor $1.25 values, 98e for $1.75 values, $1.25 for $2 values. 29c forthe _S5c_Embroideres AQ¢ forthe $1.00 Embrorderies 75¢ tor the $1.50 Embroideries Q8c forthe $1.75 Embroideries Waist_Frontings. 25c for 49c values 49c for 98c values. 75c for $1.25 values, 98c for $1.50 values. $1.25 for $2.00 values. $1.50 tor $250 values. Allovers, 49c for_75c_values, 59c for $1.00 values. 75c for $1.25 values. 98c for $1.75 values. The January Undermuslin Sale: Notable for Values and Volume You must not think that low prices alone have achieved the remarkable success of this Muslin Underwear event. If that were all there would be smail satis- faction for us or for you. It is value that saves money—not merely small prices, beauty and daintiness, the merits in the merchandise itself that wetake the greatest pride in. Sizes are cut correctly, widths and lengths are And it is ' generous, workmanship is of the best, assortments are very wide, Small wonder that New York's discrim.nating underwear buyers find Greenhut’s such a satistactory shopping place. Two-piece Combinations Aeature of ese popular garments. manship allexceptionally high Value $1.85, to $2, at ‘ Corset Covers, 0! fine crossbar cr nainsook, COTSERCOLELS, fandsomely trix broidery, lace medallions besding and ribbon; H value 50c to 75c, at 39c and , . P nainsook, lace, embroidery and Saeco igimed, value $1.35 to $7.50, at 98c, $1.54, $2, $3 and $5.00 Chemise, %, in: ribbon tri Night Gowns, ° t t y of fine cambric or nainsooke A varety PTAWESS oF swy'es, handsomely. ttimmedi va ue 50c to 75c at 39eand . ’ Se:ond Fioc —Greenhut & Co, Sixth Avenue mms 151h io 19th St, The ur usua. low price is not the most attractive You will find tre quality of material, the trimmings and work- nainsook, crossbar cambris, muslin or long cloth; 65° styles, beautifully trimmed, value $125 and $150, Da Else Greenhut and Company (eee at $1.45 White Petticoats at 98c—Y wll pra. | founce every skirt a $1.50 value as soon as you see them. Some have 3 rows of dainty hemstitched tucks on a deep flounce of shrer lawn, others are effectively trimmed with lace or embroj ‘ery, A Splendid lotat . . 98c $1.45 Drawers, © ‘ne nainsook or cambric, lace and embroidery trimmed; vali $l and $1.80,0175cnd =... 98C White Petticoats, ith dep tucked flounces, embroidery or $2 00 lace trimmed; val. $210 $2 75, at $1.45 and med with em- 50c White Petticoats, fine cambric tops, elabor- ately trimmed with choce $6.50 French _Hand-Embioidered Night $1.95 embroidery or lace insertion and mbbon, Value $6.50 to $950, at $5 and. 50c OWNS, hemise and Petticoats beauti- ———— fully embroid:sed; val. $3, at Store formerly occupi d by &. Altman & Co, before, AT LESS THAN COST NHEIM| SHOGEMAKERS’ CLEARING HOUSE Southwest Corner 6th Ave. and (8th St., New York u | JANUARY CLEARING SALE OF Manufacturers SurplusStocks Women’s CLEARANCE SALE OF|CLEARANCE SALE OF|CLEARANCE SALE OF Men’s Rubbers A lot of good any shoe and s Women’s Women’s Bedroom Slippers Rubbers Jersey Knitted, | warm and COM} some of the leading makes, and all good fortable, Worth 50c, a pair, at All sizes in the lot. la All #19 | Beem! 390 January Clearing Sale of Women’s + $1.50, $1.75 and $2.00 Shoes, at . . . les to fit almost While they qualities. ‘irs in dull and bright leath- , With solid extension soles; all sizes January Ciearing Sale of Girls’ and Children’s Shoes t leather tips; sizes Girls’ and\iy Boys’ { eg no? \ A wear; § i 4th Floor rm Boots | For Men: Clearing Sale of Ste For Boys: | Fer Girls: Made of B Storm Calfskin | Latest Winter fast Md f with double tops fitted laces and w Great values. rd Sizes 814 to 11, 11% to2 Sizes 9 to 134 and 4 to $'a compiete Girls’ Frazin & ' : 7 Shoe + Frazin & Dept. in Oppenheim Oppenheim New York ‘ BY ARRANGEIENT WITH JEROME 1 REHUCK ‘So Did The World !' | | During 1908 The World | printed 1,200,873 | separate advertisements —168,894 MORE than the Herald or any other newspaper in this or any other country. | To Keep on the Winning; == Side Use or Read World’ IT MAKES LITTLE DIFFERENCE WHAT YOU NEED— | Adverti | Advertisements Eve l A SUNDAY WOKLD “WANT” WILL GO AND GET IT, | ry Day. “4