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Oakland Tribune from Oakland, California • Page 6

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Oakland Tribunei
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Oakland, California
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a FRIDAY EVENING DaklanD NOVEMBER 22, 1929 hens from the William Kose ramf south of Geyserville. While the Sheriff Seeking II Ur. family was absent thieves Engineering Skill Provides 'Island' for Lake Tree tn hat, harked a truck ISLE IE tfANTA KOSA Nov. 22 The chicken and snerirr oince is louuy jne poultry nouse. ine ciucjvcua ing the theft of 276 Khoda Island were valued at 1 apiece.

TO 1 TO Here's an artist's sketch of the Christmas tree, soon to shin forth in Lake Merritt. and a diagram of the "floating island" which wiH hold it up. The plan for the "island," worked out by C. L. Dalzell.

provide for a float in the form of a cross, as shown, supported by empty oil drums and anchored to the lake bottom. The float will be covered with dirt, pass, and shrubbery to give the appearance of a natural riot of land. LAKE THEE III NETS PLEfl Gerwin TRUNK OF TREE TO SET INTO CENTER. OF FLOAT lj 6 WASHINGTON STBEXTS HOUiday 6100 Ensineer Devises Base for Young Seeks Aid of "Advisory 40FTSB- Christmas Symbol Aid Ii AskerL Pardon Commission in Study of Case. When Lake Merritt reflects the light from the new municipal Christmas tree oon to be erected, SACRAMENTO, Nov.

22. UP) Admittedly blocked by the unwillingness of witnesses to give information and claiming that he has not been able to form an opinion It wilt have a new Island, the like 0v-yr FLOAT TO BE OF 2 ii! Ml Tm1 Na.ie Ft si I 4t.a after months of study, Oovernor C. C. Youns; announced yesterday he of which baa never been seen be fore. was asking the advisory pardon board to Investigate and recom For the giant tree will rise SO feet into- the air from a veritable mend action In the pardon appeal of Thomas J.

Mooney, convicted of the 1H1 6 preparedness day bomb-Ins In San Francisco. IOO GAL OIL DRUMS TOP OF THE OTHER. Whilo the state supreme court Quilted Robes $595 Lovely to the minutest detail-are these soft, warm robes with wool interlining. Applique trims, stitching, silk cords, deep pockets, shawl and tailored collars add comfort and attractiveness. Negligees $12.95 $14.50 jChine negligees in delicate boudoir shades and black.

Trimmed with imported laces; -others embroidered and finished with deep fringe. First Floor considers the case of Warren K. Hillings, convicted with Mooney for the bomb blast that resulted in "floating constructed by the Ingenuity of engineers) to support the Christmas symbol and screened by artists to resemble a natural plot of ground. This novel scheme for supporting the tree was worked out by C. Dalzell, 3431 Market street, secretary-treasurer of the Thomas lagging company of San Francisco, death to ten persons and injury to more than 4u others, the pardon board, constating of Attorney-General IT.

S. We loj, Liouteuant'Uov- (1 ernor II. Carnahan, James Johnson, director of the depart ana has been enthusiastically ment of penology, and Wardens adopted by the American Legion Court Smith of i'ultorn prison and KIks-Junlor Chamber of Commerce committee In charge, according to James ilolohan of Han Wuenlin prison, will be studying the Mooney William P. St. Sure, general chair man.

hW'SSfSBr PSVlpairTT SJiBBBBBSSjSBrBSBSnBBBBrBBSi case. VI CASKS In addition Dalzell has provided isniinga has asked the supreme heavy timbering necessary for the construction of the Island. AH that court lor permission to appeal to ine governor lor a pardon. Thus be remains to make this part of the project complete Is the securing of FT placed in the hands of seven judges tne transcript and other documen II empty loo-gallon drums and er tary evidence -of his case. sufficient funds to pay for the ac tual labor of building the float.

Governor Young has expressed satisfaction In the turn of affairs In the latter connection Ht. Sure brought about by BHUnes' move. today voiced a plea for financial Jlo ha felt that the Billings and contributions from all who believe jnooney cases were parallel and. the tree would be a joy to East bay In fact, he has studied together Imported Kid Gloves Novelty cuffed and slip-on glace gloves with smart embroidered or tailored backs. Every attractive shade very Pair First Floor citizens and an asset to the com the transcripts of the cases.

Kach munlty. Me has asked The TRIB dovetails with the other in many UNE to act as a temporary depos Instances, he says. itory for such contributions. One bo today he exercised his pre gift, a check for $100, has already rogative and enlisted the aid of ine aavisory pardon board in a nyrxosi study uf thu liooney case, to gain such, evidence he has been unable to get and advise him whether to been received from an anonymous donor, "While practically all of the material will probably be given us free of charge, we cannot avoid a certain. cash outlay," St.

Sure pointed out. "This means that those who favor the plan must come to our aid If the tree la to become a grant or deny the pardon appeal. UtlMl.MKS. The governor said that the su preme court and pardon board to the bottom of the lake, will be would be able to make headway where he hud, failed, because these phases of the project. Among those tb bo jprexent was George A.

Hlll-bnck, father of rtobert lilllback, 10, now dead, whosa dream for the lake Christmas treo was first nd. bodies could issue subnenas and The space between the beams will be filled In with light lumbm covered with dirt, grass, palm trees, and other greenery to give tlin appearance of a real Onco unchored, the float will not move, other than to rise and fall with the tides, and sway slightly with the wind. Dalzell declares. The general coirimittco was to hold a report meeting at tho Klks" club at noon today, at which time sub-committees were to tell whut progress has been made on various reality" DalzeU'i plan calls for the construction of a float In the shape of a cross, supported by seven empty drums In each of Its four points. The cross, which Is to be anchored constructed of two layers of 1 2-Inch pine beams, 40 fnet long, with the tree In the center.

The anchors, to be hooked from each point to the lake bottom, will be regular (00-pound ships' ompel the attendance of witnesses Felt and Metallic Hats nd the production of documontH. vanned In the father's recent letter Meanwhile, he will continue, his to TI1H THIHUNE, own studies and investigations, con suiting further with witnesses and Oiners connected with the trials. The studies by the suureme court. pardon board and himself will take some time, the governor stated, biit mmm. -k win time wen spent." "We shall have a careful and Featuring the fashions! Buy for the entire t'eaton! "Gift quality" 'tpphrelt Buy now at Uuuret conscientious study by tho ablest and best trained minds in the' state in the persons of our tu BROADWAY cf 15I-" OAKLAND prame court," he said.

"We shall have an entirely separate consid eration by an exceedingly compe tent advisory pardon bourd. Here are all theleading Winter, fashions at sale prices (hat will amaze you! JUST VtVllUICTC f)RKSEEN. feel that a final verdict reached through the Independent $4-98 and Countless new models in clever, close-fitting, face framing styles. Felts may be had in smart Fall shades. Metallics in gorgeous silvers and golds all inspired for those women who appreciate charm that it most appealing.

Second Floor activities 01 these three constitu tlonal and statutory agencies court, board and himself) will not only ne Jiwt and to all con cerned but also will result In the Immeasurable puhlia service of commanding the confidence of every ono. In consideration of the canes two points will be kept In mind, the Girls' Tweed Coats governor sum. inese are: "First, entirely irrespective of Thi year the late season and cnangerj fashions make it more important tlian ever I finnrt and di-eu models of imported all- MarVind our entn vear on RrnarJwav tTiis great annual sftling event SACLCE wool tweed. Fur-trimmed and tailored serRe lined. A real value from HO vifnvnnint nf rmalitv and Drice.

Third Floor whatever other crimes may be charged against Mooney and Billings crimes for which Mooney waa tried and Billings actually convicted If these men were not guilty of this particular crime, to kesp them In prison would be an Ineffacable blot upon the good name of the state. The fact that we may abhor their Tolltica principles or aocl.il theories, or even the fact that wo might believe theni actually capable of committing tiietHCR TYPE MILLINCP Including Exact Copies of New Paris Originals NEW DKICED Afternoon, Dinner and Formal Types! Modes for later Fall and Winter, in the very new long-line silhouettes. Crimea of exactly this nature, would not for a moment Justify their continued Imprisonment If they did not commit the specific crime of which they were extraordinarily lovely designs in Sale groups WIVES. MELBOURNE. Australlfln of 37 '27 11 Six ficials want the world to know that 5 alt white women who come to Aus tralia are certain to find husbands, Phoenix Hose The Gift Deilrsdl $1.50 $1.95 pair Women's full-fashioned stockings in sheer chiffon and semi-service weight; also service weight with lisle welt and soles.

Wide choice of heels and a range of colors sponsored by eminent stylists. All sizes are here. First Floor enrry. rrqutarly to $8.50 regularly to regularly to Swan Gerwin 13th and Washington Sti. These are just the fashions that every woman wants right now, to hring her wardrobe down-to-the-minute! Definitely new in every detail, yet not extreme exquisitely designed, and developed in finest materials, they offer unparalleled savings! WINTER CCATS Decidedly New and Different this Year! New, high priced stocks impressively red cedt Materials drape softly to frame the face feutre glaeie, French frit and vis-a-vis are smartest.

Many one-of-a-kind models are dis tinctly original and striking. Men's Ravon Hose 5H ANZOR" high grade Hosiery 1000 pairs. Smart new hose in figures, stripes, checks; plain colors with novelty clocks. Reinforced at heel and top; lisle tops. Sizes 10 to.

WVi. .3 pair At Sporlal Ire('hrlmaH Savlagu All 'lire till. ull full lushionrtt nil first qunlilt First Floor tw fttvrti pricti. Unutual vultifil I'lirr titk ivruct ci till mi'ii nnr- Toyland Santa Claiu will be Here to greet you and he hai a present for each child. Mothers 1 Bring the children in to see him.

Extraordinary Value fot Saturday "GEM" Baby Dolls Regularly $3.00 They are 17, Inches tall, have sleeping eye, pretty dimpled facea and aay "mama" In short, they are Irresistible. Head are made of very strong composition that (a unbreakable. Daintily tressed In organdy, lace frilled bonnets and knitted bootees. Pink, blue and white. .20 79 11 r.jyijMi'i: quality nil iilk thiJon.

to in 1 cry 11 nj, and fi uturing 11 lull nhmltn tell An 'oiu liilk hip. A 11 liinm inlir. Keg- Keg. 1.95 They follow the graceful lines of the Fall -dresses, some onlylightIv flared, others fitted closely and bellfcd high. Black, new greens and browns, all fur trimmed.

ENSEMBLES Winter Most Important Fanhlon For lletter Wear. Very Special Ihee Sliioes Enna Jetticlc Shoes Wool crtpc, jersey, new crttiei and silks for school and best, with that extra originality and chic that the school a ears to cin Size 2 to" 14. tweeds and woolens jome richly furred, und rp riced ow" J5 $6 Pair 9 9 4 GIIQLS NEW. COATS At Speelal I're-C'hrliitmaM Snvlnt We offer a selection of attractive styles that link comfort, fit and smartness with economical prices. You'll enjoy thorough all-dav comfort in Fnn TottirIr.

Ma Velocipedes $3-50 Vtually $5.00 Strongly bunt and finished in bright enamels. Rubber tires. Boys will fairly whii along on these. Very special. Come early! Toyland Basement Evcan Gerwii um cAua uarrow; wide and extra wide in all sizes.

Jpecisl'y fured is the trret oxford pictured, in brown kid or uede, nd in blsck dull kid or limd clf Meny Nhr frtor complete vidfly ariei Imported fabrics, superb furs, blouses with the new elegance of fabric and design! Jackets are short for casual street and sportswear, longer for nwre formal needs. Sports tweeds and drcsMei woolens, many trimmed uith fur. Some have little flares, charmingly in accordance with older Sires 2 to Swan 4 Gerwin Veztanlne '''I We Give ZC Stamp with Cash Purchase.

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