The evening world. Newspaper, June 5, 1913, Page 11

Comitee of Skul Inkry Finds Glew 0 you expeckt us childrun to be " TEEEHERS INGLSH \, RITTEN AND SPELD condemns. THE BVEoinG WOR RadaY, 3 RH. Meay & Co.'s Attractions Are Thole Low Prices, R.H. Masy & Co.’o Girls’ COATS «nd DR Worth While SAVINGS _ Macy's Department of girls’ wear is delightfully replete witht | dainty costumes of every kind in the newest styles and fabrics) | ‘The committee learned that the ex- amination of prospective teachers was conducted in many cases by teachers aiready in the service and that it was for a clever teacher to Women’s Mousquetaire GLOVES the examination and then to be on hand Broadway, 34th te 36S. TS CRETONNE and Linen SUITS In Clever NEW MODELS printed chintz and cretonne—are defs of Bernard and Paul Poiret—and are displayed in many quairitly charming Styles. rniea riesr, Mirendway. IK Double finger tipe. Two clasps at wrist. Excellent finishing details. It is thin system that Professor Bittott | “For reading and rating of anower papers of the written examinations,” he wrote to the committee, “it is the prac- ties of the Board of Examiners to em- Embroidered backs. Main Picer—Breadway.: Turribul Brakes in Leters | Pur" st” principale ana’ tecchere tn” sere | si jeces™ to Offishuls, tary wader the conditions, trust be re ‘ ‘Wee fa the mater with are teechers? Jearged how to reed, rite and spel when | “it” the schoo! system.” Gre ‘Reechers is unabel to spel them- @etve—not the word “themselve” but they, the teechers, can't spel simpel ger arising from the eyetem of Ingtioh, wo meene. that this “f Te te orful to contemplait. Hear we , , SPR atuddying are heds orf, tryng to Beseme proffishent reeders and spelers Especially pretty ai E “summery” are the Lingerie Frocks of softy 9°) silky batiste or lawn, fetchingly lace trimmed, which may be @” Flowered Voile Frocks, $3.96 Illustrated is a dainty straight-line . crochet and tucks. Low belt of wide black velvet, buttoned with crochet buttons. Two-piece flowered Dimity Dress, elab- orately trimmed with Valenciennes lace $15.00 OSTRICH Plume HATS, special at $9.89 Macy’s Regular Week End Special These Hats are mos{ remarkable as to value and most alifactive as to siyle. The shapes are of real Milan in black or colors; Tagal hemp garded as Introducing numerous efe- ments of unreliability; and stepe should be taken for the reading of these papers by persona not immediately connected Tailored Linen Suits in Newest Models Striped Linen Suits in black and white fine stripes, the blouse coat with tent leather belt and patch he skirt slightly slashed med, Two-toned Linen Crash Suits—Smart cutaway model with contrasting and rows of buttons trimming the strictly tailored coat and slashed skirt. Professor Elliott emphasizes the dan- ming and coaching for examinations that has grown up In the city. He maintains tion fa frequently conducted by individu. longing to the active supervisory jeaching staff whose skill and adrolt- Ness serve to vitlate the purpose of the Under teechers wat canot rite ordinery | examination.” the @ored of Estimet has just Sum repports showing how are teechers apel when they rite leters to master adowt there cheks, If we nad ritten them leters we wuld half to stay fm @ffter skool and correckt them. ite fault-finding campaign and that the REBO THEEZ SAMPEL LETERG| Misspelled words quoted in the report teechers: “I whent to the schoo! to dy to find my Check was sent back to the pay master’s office,” wrote one of the dis- contented. “I was told to write to you) an@ you would send me a recipt to sign whith I beleive I have to return before you wil send check. Trusting this will “French” Linen Suits—The Russian and insertion, with low belt of material, letemm- to the City Paymaster withowt | L makiging al kinds of brakes in them, UrRtinvennerrt MAKWEL DEFENDS TEACHERS. ‘The Comittee on Skool Enquiry of e Pay- blouse coat trimmed with peari and silver buttons, the back with pearl buck! White corduroy collar and Skirt with pin tucks and pleats foot. the fashionable colors and white, Japanese Chintz is $5.94, Sizes 4 to 14 years. a Fire Lawns” $10.74 girlish and dainty is this low rock of finest French Lawn with posed of Valenciennes lace and Very effectively trimmed with Ostrich Feather garnitures fumes. en owt| Superintendent Maxwell to-day issued &@ atatement in which he condemned the report of the Committee of Gehoo! Inquiry of the Board of Estimate, stat- hat it Was simply an example of --nealounness of the committee In ming, with a broad French plume poised at the fashion. able angle at the back. were really not misspelled at f daertiel vpsatial cont by) M™PlY Reatity written in a form ples of illiteracy. amples of bad English on tl certain school teachers," eays Clusters of tiny French roses idery, belted with soft satin girdle. add a pretty finish. jaborately lace trimmed skirt i finished with tiple row of Valenciennes lace. Sizes 6 to 14 years. Bloomer Dresses of $1.59, $1.89, $2.74 Dresses of pretty Fantastic little Japanese designs printed in soft but vid colors on a collar and cuffs of old blue eponge and a kid belt girdles the waist. The skirt in any one of —chintz, white epon, three-tier or plain tailored effect. ‘‘French’’ Cretonne Tailored Suits gave the hypercritical committee an op- want in style, is trimmed portunity for adducing them as exam- with three becutiful drooping ostrich plumes, each 15 inches gth and 6 inches in width, and moire ribbon. Small block or all white. In block with white, Sase bles or gold Inwhite with black er colered “The publication of these alleged ex- Special at $9.74 serie collar and cuffs, lace trimmed. | or corduro y—in well, “is in accord with the policy so far| Dursued by the inquiry committee to em- phasise the defects and to pass over in Silence whatever good exists and whet- meet with your apporuval and I will re| ever progress has been made cetve a prompt reply, I remain, sin- corty.” “Mindy sent me my June and July Yivles with detachable elf i Lined throughout with fine Venetian © In navy or taupe with mat or soft silk. Sizes 8 to 14 years, “I can confidently claim that the A soft creamy tan cretonne patterned with wreaths of roses body of teachers employed tn the pub- in dull soft pinks and grey-green is em@loyed for the pretty suit Millinery Galen, Gecond Vicor, Broadway, He schools of this city (illustrated)—smartly trimmed with large pearl buttons and rose check,” wrote another. women of culture and schol: “I Dave notified the Board of Educa- tien that you could find no check for me or supplementary pay-rool there was @ @heck of over $99 for (name) which “The check should be for $19.50 as I served for 6% days at $3.00 4 wee ene 4zample of composition. Another teacher asi for money due on the February “payrole.” “Dear Gir: am returning herewith re- csipts for my lectures fees,” one of the letters ran. “I have been surprised— Jeara of disguided corrispondence, but I ‘beg to inform you that I did notified the whefe am leaving since four years. Also ni Se of some help,” &c. “Cly Paymaster,” one writes; “I was HAIR GAME OUT Board of pga ke my one of Out. Tortured Great! n since Baotmber, wioaicy tea] A Sleep. Thin Cru Fiber to telephone with director color velvet collar and revers. WOMEN’S SKIRTS In Smart NEW STYLES The separate Skirt, this season so fashionable, is shown in the Macy assortment in many clever draped and strictly tailored At $17.74 there are draped Skirts of black brocaded Bengaline, ity and of beautiful pattern. Taupe moire draped and button trimmed. of Imported Ratine, Of fine closely woven “T shall not permit to pass unchal- longed the attempt of this investiga- tion to give the public the idea that exceptional cases of ignorance repre- sent the habitual practices of the pub- @he fecieved,” said another complainant. | lic school teachers.” BOYS’ $7 to $9 SUITS, $5.69 example of the eppertunitios for econemy that abound Fash rb sange phndbew Department, new on the Sth EXQUISITE NEGLIGEES At Less Than 4 Price Were $5.94 to $53.50 Now $1.98 to $28.50 A collection of 65 beautiful garments,—radically re-" duced for quick disposal to make room for new gi on Intheillustration ——_—_——— IN HANDFULS With Eczema of Scalp. Sores Broke Embraced in the assortment are: Elaborate Tea Gowns Fetching Matinee Suits Lounging and Boudoir Robe. rel generally,—in the most charming ‘oatee and Japanese models, of English Mohair, A In white or black imported mohair in pure white. ‘These Skirts have a] of heavy durable quality and lustrous el of tiny tucks down the back, | fini i inished at the ‘waist, with erochet]| {Watton teipmecd titres bread pleats 1» Impossl- st Itched and Negligee A and Burned. Cuticura Soap.and fashioned of soft, rich sil is button trimmed. Three broad and clinging C Hoping these information wi} Olntment Cured in 2 Weeks. transfered to (number of school), and are from the 1 Nov, to the 5 Nov. to me as I did not get will (name of janitor) my Jantor in (school number) have to send after it will I have to send please let me know as I come down to (sekoo! number) on the 6 and I have frem the 1 Nov 1918 to the 5 coming to me yet from the other school. Rept." (ignature.) These and other letters were shown Uby- the committee to Prof, Kaward C, Eillott ‘of the University of Wisconsin, | in whe me an expert has been analysing the ratings of teachers by the district te and principals. “Tore are to-day hundreds of teachers dm the elementary achools of the city ‘w’ 180 services would not be approved fn amy progreasive school system,” he ealé. “In the light of the foregol: instances of incredible ignorance a care- ful taspection of the present examina- tien @ystem is indeed urgent.’ ‘The fact that a large proportion of ‘the Qublic schoo! teachers of New -ork are Unproficient in English came as @ tremendous biow to the heads of the Board of Education. The exposure of the lax method employed in examining for positions has started a frivestigation within the school and some method of combatting the evil and getting rid of the incompe- Brand Wh Rs. TokmDawiall Beatwon. , Rensthens buckles and stitched belt. Slight draped at the sidé and trimmed wit Tailored Skirts of Washable Corduroy, $6.49 A wide-wale fine quality of cream corduroy is used for this straight line | mohair of fine weave and light weight. Skirt, fastening at the side with huge | Semi-pleated model with broad pleats pearl buttons. The correct skirt to] at seams, giving ample fulness; but- wear with the gay colored sport coats. | ton trimmed. 92 MISSES’ and Juniors’ Tailored SUITS, $14.49 Were $23.74 to $36.75 Suit i p trimmed, strictly tailored or demi-tailored, in Russian Blouse, Balkan Blouse, Cutaway, Norfolk and Mannish Coat models.. at back make this an ideal sk Chines, these Negligees are effectively trimmed wi! walking or travelling. 708 Grand Bt., Brooklyn, N. Y.—" Some Fabintl and the heavier laces and many are hand em- Only one of a style in any, one size. A number, having been used for dis- poses, are slightly igees in pink, blue, , heliotrope, cream, yellow, rose color and white —and in sizes ranging from 4 The materials are all-wool mixtures that are all-wool, and Coats are Alpaca-lined. There are all sizes for boys of from 6 Boys’ $4.00 Washable Norfolk Suits, $2.89 the models are illustrated on the right and in the centre. its launder well, in particular because all seams are carefully turned in, so that there shall be no ragged edges. The materials are white duck, plain linen, cloth and linen crash. There are all sizes for PL pote pay ey ag wn i oe diva teas tees a ee CLEARANCE SALE OF IMPORTED & sxxz- DOMESTIC BELTS 10} Per Botta that ware 38,4, 58, @. 38e| Fer Bete tht wore te, Se, 0. 49. \steeiet that were $8c, $1.49, $1.74, osisasee were $1.49, $1.74, $1.98, \Fer Bolts that wore $1.74, $2.49, In black, navy and gray domestic ‘Third Fleer, 35th St, LENGTHS of SILKS REDUCTIONS of ¥% to % End of the season's clearance of all cut lengths of Dress Included in the assortment are the most desirable and fashionable weaves, colors and patterns. Silks, plain and fancy— staples and novelties. Fancy Volles, Rediems, Boagalineo, Suits, plain or prettil in all fashionable colors, including Copentiagen blue, old Poclerds, Messalines, Talletes, Bulgerian Silks, Brocades, Crope de Chines, Crepe Meteors Lengths range from one yard to full dress patterns of single or double width. 29c gel 49 69e| 39C! fect wae 6 49c| fs oe 09. | 29! Charmeuse, Satin, “AMERICAN BEAUTY” 15¢ All sizes from 13 to 17 years inclusive are in the assort- ment, with many excellent models in every size. Third Fleer, Broadway. Dainty SUMMER DRESSES For MISSES and JUNIORS Simple, graceful lines, delicate fabrics and exquisite color Frocks a girlish charm that is ‘Third Floor—B5th Street. SHADOW LACE OVER A FLESH. pink foundation forms the bodice and A delicious Macy frozen delicacy of blended Ameri- can and French creams, combined with dainty ices, fresh strav berries andmar- aschino cherries. Tempt- Ingly mounted with rich Dicotared oo boy 3 on combinations give to the new — : most attractive. APRINTED SILK CREPE GOWN in a delicate maize shade with shadowy in midnight blue or rose Great reductions have been made in Milli- nefy, Suits, Waists, and all very desirable and seasonable goods. y Midsummer Hats lace frills and a broad girdle of velvet ribbon with sash ends. othe i. and clinging—forms the skirt is cleverly draped. Priced $28.75. he pointed panel | he pointed pane 59¢| tat wereSL.19 99¢ Manufacturers’ Samples he | draped skirt; and t finished with tassel e1 ie Dresses of Oe ae Voile, A Collection of 65 SILVER Plated WARE At MACY SAVINGS Showing a varied collection of the very latest in fdeas and materials, suitable for all occasions. An ex- cellent opportunity to find a chic, becoming hat, for $4.00, $5.00 and $6.00, formerly priced at $8.00, $10.00 and $12.00. Summer Waists (Splendid Vatues) Hai Dresses that were $19.74 to $2: Elaborate frocks suitable for Evening Attracti woll adapted fer the of the Py etd gs grey ediretrparmbylie Vy opee han elsewhere. Suggestions enly of a comprehensive steck Macy’s Silverware Department, Main $9.50 Vegetable Of Fine NECKWEAR Exquisitely dainty are these very new samples of imported and domestic Neckwear Novelties, showing the trend of fashion, to more elaborate Neck Pieces in the quaint long lace Fichus, elaborate Shawl Collar and larger Collars of all kinds, all hand- graduation—dainty dresses for sum- mer afternoon—are all included in the ‘Dresses of Plain and Novelty Voiles, 1,500 remarkably attractive Waists will be 1 50 placed on sale Friday and Saturday at, each... Former Values to $2.98. Made of Marauiatts: Lingerie and Voile, plain and flower effects; 50 different styles to select from. Don't Miss This Waist Opportunity. ; Women’s Silk Gloves Embroidered Batistes and Plain Batiste | made of filmy Nets and Laces. There are only one or two of a —many effectively embroidered,others | kind, but a wide assortment of delightful styles, at prices one- half less than similar qualities at the specialty stores. As illustrated, and fitted with a patent fock handle which is readily able, and allows the cover to be ree trimmed with fine laces, Cluny, Filet, Irish crochet, macrame and Valen- ciennes—girdles of velvet and satin | Net andLace Fichus atHalf Price fibbon or draped messaline. The Gown illustrated—a Russian blouse model of heavily embroidered Batiste Flouncing—originally $22.74, now $14.74. versed and used as an extra dish, Very heowily pleled on copper and In oldetime Sheffield grape or thread Rose Design Spoons and Forks Heavily plated and in a new and extremely artistic rose design, fini Guimpes, Stocks, Jabots Filmy little Guimpes, with or with- out sleeves, are made of finest shadow laces, silk Shetland and Novelty Nets, At$3.96 isa daint phage, lace, the wide ends gracefully in French gray and with a polished centre for the engraving of At $649 15 the quaintest of Net 16B. Emb'd Silk Gloves, in black and 1.50 white; double finger tipped; special value at.. 16-B. Silk Gloves, double tipped fi ; ony i nebieienammiet eee hin Silk Hose (For Women & Children) Women’s Guaranteed Silk Hose, black, sign cannot be obtained elsewhere. Tea Spoons! des.,62c | TableSpeons,}¢ des.,$1.24 | Forks}; des. $1.24. $20.00 to $22.00 Sewing Trays, $14.89 Sizes from 20 inches to 22 inches. Ns stres beautifully chased by hand. tiiy large savings on a “Sheffield” plate, in repreductions Fichus trimmed with delicate laces md pin tucks, the long ends falling to e Knees. Styles in Bru; lage, Net and Sha- Shaw! Collars at Half Price Collars of Shadow or heavier Laces, In exquisite patterns. Dutch Colla: ranging in price from 97¢ to $3.49, Stocks and Jabots are in a host of delightful styles, with high-boned stocks and fluffy Jabots of Shadow Lace, Novelty Nets and Silk Laces, from 47¢ to $4.96. rns] Flat Collars and Jabets in new, One-piece Dresses of Linen and Ratine, An assortment of 50 Juniors' and Misses’ Dresses that were $12.74 and $14.74 Plain and brocaded ratine, French and Ramie Linen Frocks and fine imported novelty fabrics in newest and smartest of the ears inclusive, Colors include beautiful reproductions. first antique Sheffie thread, some sith i wonderfully of antique designs, season's models. white and colors, with all-cilk reinforced tops and 90 . soles or cotion tops and soles; value $1.25 pr., at Children’s Silk Hose, black and white ribbed; = 50c. pair; 3 paiva for $1.00, or, per pair... « ba teat ‘ white, tan, leather, pink and bfue, with several pretty styles in | 2. mA tity Sn Pah Oe dl eta adh each size and color, and trimmed, are from 47¢ to $. 35 ant i a A Juasctiatianingnecalac ce SS