Oakland Tribune from Oakland, California • Page 9

THURSDAY EVENING SDaklanD Crlliuhe DECEMBER 22, 1927 10 II E' 0 DIMS FOR When Diablo Pioneers athered to Revel in Past Dame, and Tad Jones of Yale, as the best pivot player in America. The committee in charge of arrangements for the reception tonight is composed of Manual G. Bernardo, Frank Madruga, Fred F. Dusterberry and Sidney Snow. Appearing on the program in vocal and instrumental numbers will be Miss Antonette Botelho, Miss Sybil Botelho, Miss Eva Costa, Morris Sllva and Eugene Silva.

who were among the region's pioneers were: Albert Young, Jimmy Walker, Henry Jones, Bingham, Galloway and Elisha Harlan. BETTENCOUBT I 1 Walnut -Lions, club recently held a luncheon for settlers of the district. Amusing reminiscences were indulged in by the for the benefit of a newer generation. Among those who attended and IT CHEEK Orinda Hearing on Telephones Is Set MARTINEZ, Dec' 22. Hearing of an application by Orinda residents for establishment of a' telephone exchange at Orinda Park has been set by the railroad commission for December 29 at the Orinda school.

The hearing will open at 10 m. The district is now receiving toil service over lines of the Pacific Telephone Tele-' graph Tit EE PARTY TONIGHT. MARTINEZ, Dec. 22. Martinez Lndea No.

1164, Loyal Order of READY TONIGHT C. Of ELECTED JUDGMENT ASKED. MARTINEZ, Dec. 2 2. Asking judgment of $509, Johnson today instituted proceedings against the Richmond-Martinez Abstract claim? ing that the company retained that Reception and Dance at Ceib terville to B6 Tribute to Grid Star.

Memhors Vote to Join Contra Costa Associated Outline Aims. Moose, will hold its annual tree partytonlght at 8 o'clock in I. O. O. F.

hall. Children of lodge members will receive pres- entSi entertainment are amount after receiving $1000 from V. Heinrich which should hsVe been turned over to her in connection with the purchase of Franklin Canyon Inn. CENTERVILLE. Dec.

22. Larry Bettencourt, Ail-American center of the St. Mary's football squad will be welcomed home tonight when the CONSTIPATION CAUSES HEADACHES Get sure; prompt relief with Kellogg's ALL-BRAN home folks tender him a reception and dance and present hiift with a gift which was purchased through the sale of souvenir pictures of the star sold throughout the Washing ton township. The reception, which will be held in the auditorium of the high school When you're dizzv in the morn ing look out for constipation. WALNUT CREEK, Dec 22 Pp'i-ncrr," Milton Vamler-slice.

R. R. Clark. Jesse Near and Eugene Anderson were elected to serve as directors of the Walnut Creek chamber of commerce at the annual election held la.t night nt the town hall. These five, with Frank A.

Marshall. Harry Spencer. Harry. Stow, T. .1.

Wigot, J. Morgan Jones and Fred Fi-eitas. hold-over directors, will meet January 10 and appoint a president and secretary-treasurer. The chamber went on record as approving of the proposed bylaws of the Contra Costa Incorporated, formerly the County Associated Chamber of Comnierce. and a vote was taken to join the newly formed organization.

Objects of the associated chambers was outljncd as follows: To promote and encourage the business, agricultural, industrial and civic development of Contra Costa county and the State of California; to prepare and disseminate information concerning Contra Costa county to those seeking homes, businesses or industrial locations in the county: to estab This terrible scourtre is the direct cause of many a throbbine head Eat two tablespoonfuls of ALL-BEAN daily inw chronic cases, with every meal. with milk or cream and add fruits or honey. Use in cooking, mixed with other cereals, in soups. Ready to eat. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek.

Sold and served everywhere. Hecipes on package. win re attended by Coach f'SHp" Madlgan, members of the St. Mary's team, several officials of the school and friends of the star from all sections of southern Alameda county. The dance will be held in Parish hall following the reception.

There is to be no admission charge. Bettencourt, a resident of Decoto, olayed his first football with the Washington union high school team. He was powerful enough to shatter the line but "was regarded and in the end may lead to more than forty serious diseases. Bad breath, bad complexions, listless- ness, are iust a few symptoms of what may be worse Guard against constipation. as being too awkward to gain much Kellogg's ALL-BRAN is euar- anteed to relieve constipation if -r- -T fame on the-gridiron.

This, however, was worked out of him by "Slip" Madlgan, and this fall he 40 iT ALL-BRAN eaten regularly. Doctors recommend Kellogg's because it is 100 bran 100 effective. was picked by Glenn Warner of Stanford, Knute Rockne of Notre GIFTS ARRIVE Diablo Settlers Gather To Revel in History fl I WALNUT CREEK, Dec. 22. Tales of Walnut Creek in the mak Presbyterians Will Hold Three Fetes CENTERVILLE, Dec.

22. Thfr first of a series of Christmas tree entertainments to be given by the Presbyterian churches of AVashing-fon was held here last night. Children of the Sunday school participated in a brief program which preceded the distribution of presents from the tree. The Community church, of Irving-ton, will present its program tonight. The Decoto church will give its entertainment Friday hight.

TheAlvarado church is arranging a program for Sunday night. ing flowed freely here when, the Lions club recently entertained the lish and maintain an unselfish and intelligent interest in the development and support of good highways, good streets, good schools, public parks and other enterprises directing and effecting the general good of Contra Costa county or any of its cities and towns; to act harmoniously for the moral and civic integrity of Contra 'Costa county. Open discussion as to why. interest in the local chamber had waned was next entered into and members agreed that prompt payment of dues and a fund for publicity are the two things necessary to keep any organization alive. pioneers of the community at a WW Slips Silk back baronet slips make most welcome Xmas gifts.

Pastel shades; all sizes. Reg. $1.95. Special, each, $1.49 noonday luncheon. There were men who were-in the district when the Scarfs Art linen dresser scarfs with fancy embrol dery scalloped edge.

,62 inches long. Special, each, 49c (Second Floor) arlginal holders of the Spanish grants, including the Moraga family, had their family feuds over their herds. Jimmy Walker: born Washington, S. E. Corner 11th Street LIVERMORE, Dec.

22. A truck load of presents purchased through the Christmas cheer fund is expected to arrive at the U. S. Veterans' Bureau hospital today for distribution among the patients of the institution. A number of presents arrived early this wek for patients who were unable to purchase gifts for their relatives.

These were mailed as soon as cards were placed upon them by the patients. A Christmas tree has been erected in' the shadow of Mt. Diahloj toldl among the Mt. Diablo foothills and bring them into Oakland to sell A trip to Oakland in those days, he pointed out, was not less than a two-day affair, and in those days it wag-Impossible to drive over the hills into Oakland without a great number of cracked eggs being the result. Charles Shuey, Oakland dairyman' and' eon of one of the first men" to 'settle in the district, listened with amusement to stories of the doing of his as told by the old-timer present.

Charles himself, had. been a Walnut Creek schoolboy-until the growth of business called him. Elisha Harlan, claimed to be the oldest native son in Contra Costa county, with 78 years to his credit, having lived on one grant 76 consecutive years, claimed. None of those present disputed him, and how he had hunted and fished over Oakland Autoist Is Last-Minute Fined as Speeder (Second Floor) GIFT SUGGESTIONS WALNUT CREEK, Dec. 22.

Francis Woods, 4335 Montgomery street, Oakland, paid a $10 fine for speeding within the city limits, and H. H. Shuler, 1315 10th street, Modesto, and C. L. Enlass, 3435 Broderlck street, San Franqisco, were arrested on the same charge the very ground where thi noonday luncheon was being held.

Henry former, county assessor, but now of Sacramento, was an attendant and told how the Walnut Creek district had grown since he first "assessed It. "Uncle" Albert Young, early educator who had taught 37 years in the county spoke on the changes. Bingham Galloway, who had spent his younger days as a dealer, in produce, told of anecdotes when he used to buy butter and eggs In each ward and the gifts 'will be distributed during a program to be presented Saturday "night. The For those who are shopping for last minute gifts, here are numerous suggestions of articles that are worthy of Christmas giving. Read every item, specials for both Friday and Saturday, while they last.

If in doubt, give a merchandise order. Store will be open evenings until Christmas. Oakland Emporium. and cited to appear for sentence he will claim the title, he an until disputed by suffi' cient eVidence. huge living Christmas Jfee presented to the institution by the University of California farm at Davis has been festooned with colored, electric lights and the Christmas decorations.

The tree was so placed that it is visible from every ward in the hospital. SMART COATS Pleasanton Church Program Tonight PLEASANTON, Dec. 22. Members- of the. Sunday school of the Pleasanton Presbyterian church will a Christmas program at the chufch tonight under direction of Rev.

R. C. Cross. The nativity story will be told in tableaux and. the older girls of the Sunday school will sing the Christmas Gifts for the children will be distributed from a large tree 'following the program.

V'. JAPANESE FETED. ALAMO, Dec. 22. Following an annual Mrs.

Mary Hart entertained at a Christmas dinner yesterday the Japanese colony numbering more than a score. The 1 Orientals were given an American Christmas with a lighted tree, holiday-dinner and goodies for the children. TOYS, TOYS AT CLEANING-UP PRICES Engineering Feat in Bridge Construction NILES, Dec. 22. Something new early next month.

Tramps Blamed for Ranch Cottage Fire SAN JOSE, Dec. 22. Tramps who sought refuge from the cold night air. are believed to have caused fire which destroyed a cottage on the ranch of Joe Gurg-lio on Berryessa road near here early yesterday morning. The house had not been occupied for several months.

Loss' is estimated at $906 in bridge engineering is being at-l 25 A marvelous selection of coats for every occasion, greatly reduced. Youthful styles In tan and black; materials of finest quality. Tuxedo fur collars trim the entire length of the coat. All sizes. Reg.

values $29.50 and up. Special, The Christmas- week program is in charge if a general committee from the. American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Red Cross, Elks and American Legion Auxiliary. J. W.

Garthwaite of Oakland is chairman of the committee. Concord Autoist Is Jailed as Reckless MARTINEZ, Dec. 22. E. 'J.

Casey of Concord was booked at the county Jail today by Constable John Ott on a charge of reckless driving, after he is alleged to have forced the Martinez-Concord stage, driven by McAllen, off the road to avoid a Accord-in to Ott, Casey had a bottle of whisky in his pocket. 1 tempted by the road department A Toys aplenty wheel goods at a saving. Deeply reduced in price, some only a few of a kind. Every article at off 'the price mark. Doll buggies, Scooters, Coasters, kiddie Kars, of Alameda county, which is rebuilding the crooked wooden bridge over Alameda creek in Niles canyon without interfering with traffic.

Only three more days! Better read Classified "Christmas Suggestions" now. New girders have been placed un der the bridge, the supports ail at Other toys priced proportionately low. Gift Sweaters Warm sweaters that are comfortable fitting come in pretty tones of honeydew, orchid, blue, tan, henna, grey, etc. -A gift, that will give year 'round serv strengthened and. a new floor is VITAL STATISTICS Silk Frocks New silk dresses in spring colors are nice enough to hang on the Christmas tree.

Vdor-alble styles, light pastel shades, or deeper tones of red and black. Doll SAN JOSE, Dec. 22. The fol being laid. Another crew from the road department speeding construction of a -'Stone retaining Little mama dolls or lowing vital statistics, Mechanical Toys Popular toys that amuse both children and grownups.

Fill up their stockings with these. Reg. BOe value. ice. Modestly priced in this city today: Marriage License Applications, baby dolls in baskets.

Basket are cov $5,85 $7 85 Gustafe Norris, 40, and Lady ered with blanket. Coffee, 27, both of Helena, Mont. Special, through "The which will hold, an earth fill that will widen the road at this dangerous to, nearly 30 feet. The crew is trying to complete the job before winter rains raise the creek to a point "where the water will Special Of- and All sizes. Special at $10,00 50c Daniel Barcus, 24, and Anita Hi $9.45 JJC each.

each guera, 17, both of San Jose. "Christmas Greetings! I FromSGebrge" (Third Floor) Milton Emery, 21f and Mabel Pa- raraf, 20, both of Pacific Grove. Gift Hosiery stop removal of stone from the Bernard Unrun 36, and Maude Silk Lingerie Fine quality crepe de Chine chemises in all sizes. All garments daintily Vanity Compacts i A lovely and lasting gift, these silver-plated vanity-compacts. Tuey are small and dainty, and are fitted creek.

Livermore Lions Meyers, .37, both of San Jose. Phil Rossi, 22, San Jose, and Ma rie Thomas, 22, San Francisco. Here are beautiful pure silk hose with narrow garter hems that are -so much desired for gifts. Nice, lovely hosiery shades from which to select. Every pair trimmed with lace.

May be had In William Wyant, 22, Los Gatos, Have 'Cafeteria' Tree a .5 $195 all wanted shades and many styles. Special. ana i reaa uarnett, 18, Saratoga. Died. -DIQNUM In San Jose, Dec.

20 full fashioned. $1.65 I LIVERMORE, Dec. 22. A cafe teria style Christmas tree was in Rayon Spreads troduced here today by the Liver- value. Pair Raymond Dignum, son of JUr.

and Mrs. Arthur Dignum, brother of more Lions' club 'at its weekly William and Alfred Dignum; a na luncheon Groces cafe. Each tive of California, aged 1 year and lu months. meraoer tne ciud brought a preterit and placed it upon the tree. After, a brief business ses 4 Flowers are a Christmas gift a man can send his sweet- 1 4 heart, mother, sister, or friend! 4 2.

I WE TELEGRAPH A She ll appreciate their coming flowers and plants to 4 5' UM 1 gmtm I all parts of the S. A from NaVlet S. -ml I and deliver to points 5 ji mtm about the bay, and in- K- San Jose and A CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. presided over by M. J.

Clark, MARTINEZ, Dec. 22. The following marriage license applica Fast color rayon spreads in blue, rose gold, lavender or green. Either solid colors or with "harmonizing stripes. Newest patterns, one of these surely adds a pleasing note of cheer to the bedroom.

Specially priced $2.95 to $9.85 Ladies' Robes These blanket robes are made of the well known Swansdown robing. Collar, cuffs and pockets are finished with silk cord. Charming patterns rich, subdued colorings. Sizes for the. president, each member selected, a present from the tree, tions were on file here today: James M.

Bruce, and Florence Members vyvere required to open their presents immediately Jot the Jmertclcr 27. both of Fairfield. amusement of -the club. Frank M. Wright, 29, and Evelyn 33.

both of Crockett. 5 i as mail boxes' of 4 Peddler Fined for Elmer L. Osborn, 30, and Alice French, 20, both of San Francisco. with mirror, powder rouge and lipstick. Price! at $L95 nd $2.95 Pouch Bags If you wish to please her, select one of these pouch bags with top handles.

Cho.oso from our large line of silks, suedes, calf skins and also imitation alligator. Are priced at 4c.9o id up to Boudoir Lamps This splendid special comes at the right time to help the late shoppers. Of fine cut China, and efech one complete with coa-d and socket. Reg. $1.25,1 PA' Special, DUC Others at $2.95.

$3.45 and $3.95 Misses' Hose Rayon plaited full length hose in desirable ycolors. Also some silk and rayon three-quarter length box. Splendid value. Per DUC (Main Floor) Disturbing Peace 7 WW "I VHt fornia points. fornia and $6.95 women and misses.

Special at. CROCKETT MARTINEZ. Dec. 22. Arrested Pure Silk Hose No woman has too many stockings.

These pure silk ones with plain or pointed heel would be welcome. All wanted new winter shades. Sizes 8 to 10. d1 Aft Special, pair Or 2 prs. for $1.85 Kiddies' Sox Large assortment of children's rayon sox, plain colors with striped tops or all over plaid patterns.

Sizes to 7. QC Special, pair. ODC Or 3 prs. for $1.00 Toilet Sets Comb, brush and mirror sets in pearl or delicate shades of blue, maize or pink, each piece gracefully shaped. Any woman will be overjoyed to receive such a set.

Specially priced at $1.00 t0 $35.00 (Main Flooj) Others at sz.5 ana up. on Underwear Rayc CROCKETT, Dec. 22. Mr. and Mrs, John Muller of Oakland were English Holly sprigs and W.

'jCnmhinnfinn hnshpfs nf p.rn Jgv i $ff. oT't a by Traffic Officer L. M.Barbee on complaint of Irene McCulley of M. Maik, ai peddler was fined $20 todaby Justice of the Peace Robert Wallace at Brent We are offering for the last minute week-end guests at the Wilbur shoppers a complete line of rayon un-J Smith home. wood for disturbing the peace.

Mrs. 'rrMV. McCulley summoned Barbee after ana noting I QMS Mr. and Mrs. M.

R. had as their guest Monday Maik is said to have made per derwear of the best quality, -ine nationally advertised "Ipswich" brand. Lovely underthings for Milady to wear beneath her favorite gowns. All desired colors. All sizes- evening, Monsguler A.

Ribera Christmas rosebuds. mst If J4 Fra8rart carnations. S'il 1 1 A sJrls a sonal remarks to her. and the officer pursued' the peddler to Brentwood, where he was apprehended. pastor of "The Church of the Five' wounds" at San Jose.

Bloomers, a per pair Pl.7u BAY POINT. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fraga of Corgeous chrysanthemums. i 1 cM-A 5 i -Flowering cyclamen plants 4 TA i $100 Vests, each (Second Floor) Oakland and daughter, Miss Hazel Fraga, accompanied by Hdgar BAY POINT.

Dec. 22. Con onea, also or uaKland. were enter A -and poinsetlia plants. JXS cord chapter, O.

E. entertained last night' with the annual Christ tained this week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Avellar.

Gifts from Emporium's Store for Men mas party. Gifts of silverware and china were made by members to furnish the new Miss Gladys Drew was the re Silk Shirts Bathrobes Slip-on Sweaters cipient of a surprise birthday party given by her sisters. Miss The Bay Point Vasa enjoyed a Christmas dance and social at Odd Fellows hall last evening. azalea, A Vf Heavy, pure wool, V-neck slip-' over sweaters. For the student or athlete this makes a most acceptable gift.

white or Tomorrow night the Swedish Pure radium silk shirts that are carefully made and finished. Just the gift for Him. Both; neckband arid collar attached styles. Specially OC priced at. Jean Drew and Mrs.

Eli Vaughn, at the latter's home. Following were the guests: Mrs. Sarah Drew, Mr. and Mrs. E.

Vaughn, the Kfisses Jean Drew, Gladys Drew, Eazel Rumbe, Dorothy Home, Frances Mortozabf Tormey. Caroline and waoiei nam uraers entitle wfl vj Lutheran church will entertain with a program presented by the red. All sizes, each $4.95 young people of the church. "Beacon" blanket robes in color combinations that are sure to please. We have them in all sizes.

Packedjn holiday box if desired. Reg. d4 Qf $5.50. Gift Neckwear Heavy silk Ties in novelty and conventional patterns. Full range of popular colors.

Priced at Rosamond Brusatory of Port Costa; f. our store to the full facet Cf'tf 4 Wooden toys are on exhibit at a Boys' sizes, up to .36, at $3.95. William Value. Usable at any ffe! i Kenzie, Walter Cooper, James local shop which were made by the boys of the manual training class Smith, Monte McDowell. Bernard at the Bay Point grammar school.

McKeown. Edward Welch. Tom- BroadcIothtShirts Silk striped broadcloth shirts give the utmost in wear arid are very good-looking. Complete Principal Ro yLee directed the mie and Max Drew and Beryl Vaughn. work.

Sport Socks Attractive up-to-the-minute patterns in men' rayon sport sox. All size from 92 to 1 1 Y2. Reg. 50c. Special d1 AA 3 pairs for.

1 Uxl Dolls dressfid by the clever CLYDE fingers' of the Argi-pan camp fire girls are on display at the Bay $2.95 49c $1.45 size assortment. Special, each. (Main Floor) CLYDE, Dec. 22. The Clyde Community club entertained mem- Point Light and power company.

Twenty-two guests will assemble Useful Gifts for Sister and Brother oers ai a unristmas party. Mrs. Henry Neufeld and Mrs. R. E.

Girls' Dresses at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Johnson for Christmas dinner, December 25. Among guests will be Mr. and Mrs.

Wesley Perkins of Fresno. Boys' Blouses II i uese are nice enough- to wear on Xmas Day. Fine materials, CHTJRCH TABLEAUX. NILES, Dec. 22.

The story, of Good wood were the hostesses or the afternoon. A special meeting of the parents and Teachers was held at the home of Mrs. Fred C. Cross. Mrs.

E. -W. Bernard resigned as president he-pause she has moved to Concord and she will be unable to continue the Work Mrs. Robert W. Church, vice-president, will take the office for the remainder of the year.

1 some nave silk stripes, colors. Sizes 6 to 14. Special, each "im MillllliMWsMiMaiMiiiiliiilfc 1 75c Babies' Sweaters Dainty white sweaters, with pink or blue trimming, button front style. Also some in plain blue or tan. Priced low.

QQ Each 07C Boys' Suits A 'suit of clothes would make a handsome gift. These are 4-pc. styles and are in grey and Open Evenings of Thurs day, Friday and Saturday Lovely flat crepe dresses for the young miss of 7 to 14. In popular colors and clever styles, trimmed with novelty embroidered braids. Reg.

$6.95 to $7,501 Special Carriage Covers Fancy rayon carriage covers, every one carefully lined. Has a big ribbon bow trimmine. the birth of Christ wilrbe told tableaux by members of the Sunday school of the Congregational church Friday night. The program is under the direction Mrs. J.

C. Shinn and Mrs. J. E. Tow t-send is arranging details for a Christmas tree that will follow.

I. CHAS NAVLET CO. INC. spendlng Miss Ruth Halsted is several day in Oakland. Boys' Caps Did he ask.

Santa to bring ham a new cap? We have a large assortment, all good, new patterns. All wanted sizes. Very 4- I other mixtures, bizes 7 to 12. Pillow case to f1 ti MUNICIPAL TREE. -PLEASANTON, Dec.

22. A municipal Christmas tree has been placed on the lawn in front of the city hall by Councilman Bruce Pickard. The tree was decorated by a committee composed of Mrs. William F. Sylvia.

Mrs.Lee Wells Special, suit J. $5.95 A Florists Seedsmen Nurserymen 518 Twelfth Near Washington Phone Oakland 8074 A Stores, too, in San Francisco and San Jose CLYDE SERVICES. CLYDE, Dec. 22. Sunday morning the Clyde Sunday school will hold Christmas services at the Community clubhouse.

Mrs. Harry M. Leonard of Clayton valley will tell the story of the "First Christ specially priced, at $1.00 match. (Third Floor) mas." and Ernest W. Schwe.n..