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I THE ATLANTA GEORGIAN AND NEWS. LETTERS HELP HIT HAPPY MEDIUM IN CHRISTMASGIVING By MARY LEA DAVIS. When I mad< the offer the other day to present a cold coin to the hu§. band and the wife who should tell what was the best irlft for either to send the other. I expected there would bo a hunch of answers, hut I was not prepared for the avalanche of letters which has come to my desk a! The Georgian office. 1 had hoped that someone would suggest simple things—gifts whl'-h could be made at home and the re ceipt of which would carry a world of sentiment. Most of the replies have been concerning very elaborate pres ents. the sort that cost money and which must be sought out with greut (•are Well, everybody Isn’t rich, but *71 wish to give our wives and hus bands nice presents at Christmas. How to strike the happy medium ift the object of the contest which I have started. I wish to help the married folk In their work of solving the vex ing problem of gift selection. The Ideas of others, I feel sure, will be th»- ▼ery thing Here’s the Offer. Let me repeat the offer: To the wife who write* the b*st short letter telling what in the, wont useful gift for a husband, one $10 gold piece. Three award* of $5 each icill be given the wives whose letters are adjudged the next bent. Also, l will award the name price* to husbands icho write brief letters outlining the most appro priate gift for a husband to give hin wife. For the husband's letter that is adjudged the best the writer will receive a $10 gold piece. Husbands who write the three next best letters will receive, each, a $5 gold piece for their thoroughness. Send your letters addressed to MARY LEA DAY IS. Editorial Department, The At lanta Georgian. Here are some letters just re ceived : FARM FOR HIS WIFE. Mips Mary Lea Davis: High teen years ago I married * a farmer’s daughter and brought her to the city to live. She has never liked the city. Ho this Christmas I am going to give her a deed to a 165-acre farm which I purchased In September. We will move there. I will have it stocked with the chickens, ducks, etc, that she dearly loves I hope to see the roses come back to her cheeks and 1 know th% will. H. N. M Atlanta. Ga HANDKERCHIEFS FOR HIM. Miss Mary He a Davie: I find that handkerchiefs are the most useful present that a wife can give her husband. Every Christmas 1 try to make my hus band a dozen linen handkerchiefs JJe appreciate** them. MRS W. M G. New' Augustine, Fla. A REAL LIVE DOLL. Miss Mary I*ea Davis: The best present for s good husband is a real live doll, and that is what T Khali give mine MRS. A. I* B Atlanta. Ga. A SAVINGS ACCOUNT. Miss Mary Lea Davis: 1 shall give my husband a Bible and a lounging robe 1 have saved a few dollars each week lately from my “household ex pense money,” which I shall de posit In a bank in his name, thereby starting a savings ae ro.mt. HRS »' B Atlanta, Ga. RECEIPTED BILLS. Miss Mary Lea Davis: 1 believe a batch of receipted bills, paid for out of money saved during the year, will gladden most heads of families. Men, I know, appreciate useful gifts, but sentiment plays a small part in the lives of most men. MRS. S. E. B Atlanta, Ga. A SUBSCRIPTION Miss Mary Lea Davis: I give my husband the things that will do him the most good and I am sure a subscription to The Georgian would be very much appreciated by him MRS. O W. Atlanta, Oa. PLENTY OF THINGS Miss Mary J>«a Davis: In my mind the most highly appreciated Christmas presents for my wife will be two or three good books, comfortable bed room sllppf?rs, nice heavy robe, toilet articles, such as perfumes, face powder, tooth paste, tooth brush,face colorings, cold creams, toilet water, toilet soaps, sham poo lotion, hair tonic, glycerine, mas sage cream, etc, also manicure set box of candy, pot plants in bloom, box of stationery, foun tain pen, visiting cards, blotter and Inkstand. A C. M. Concord, Ga. KIND WORDS. Miss Mary Lea Davis 1 suggest as the most appro priate CbfiitmM gif’ tot a hua band or a wife would be kind w ords and a happv home MRS. V\ B. R Atlanta, Ga. A DAILY PAPER. Miss Mary Ixsa Davis Give him a year's subscription to The Georgian. Then his Christmas present will last all the year. MRS. M. C. Atlanta, Ga. HOME COMFORT. Miss Mary Lea Davis: If a man la a lover of home, give him something t,o promote bis comfort while there. If he loves his secret orders, give him a ring, cuff links or a pin with em blems engraved or inlaid. At any rate, give him something that will be with him every day of the year. MRS. A. T. G. Atlanta, Ga. PAIR OF EYEGLASSES Miss Mary Lea Davis: As my husband is an engineer, I think a pair of eyeglasses, a pair of nice thick gloves and a nice Brotherhood pin or watch charm would be fine as a Christmas pres ent for him. MRS. J. E. D. Thomasvllle, Ga. A MAN’S TIME. Miss Mary Lea Davis: I think the very best Christmas gift a husband can give his wife is his time. Generally a man spends very little time with his wife, and If he w’ill take Chriat- mast day, devote hi« entire time to his wife, she will appreciate It more than anything he could possibly buy. G. H. M Tlfton, Ga. WATCH OR KNIFE. Mias Mary l^ea Davis: \fy opinion of a Christmas gift from a wife to her husband ia something practical, something useful. First of all, I think a watch the most appropriate Christmas gift from a wife to her husband, if he has no watch. Then the next most useful thing is a good pocketknlf . MRS. S. T M. Summit, Ga. COLLAR BUTTON BOX. Miss Mary Lea Davis: No man ever ha enough collar buttons or can find what he has. Take a small cardboard box, any size deslre<J, and paint It his fa vorite color, using some pretty Christmas scene for lid. Under neath use the words: “Here is your button.” The lid is attached by ribbons to match and the lin ing of satin must match ribbons. Then put a dozen or more but tons In It for his convenience. MRS. T..S. Doe Run, Ga. MONEY TO SPEND Miss Mary Lea Davis. I think money about the most appropriate gift a man can give his wife, as she can then get what she wants. My wife appreciates the cash more than anything I give her. She can beat me- shop ping. W. A. P. Barnesvllle. (ia. NEEDED ARTICLES. Miss Mary Lea Davis: I have been married twenty years and have no difficulty in picking out appropriate gifts for my husband. I give him hand kerchiefs, ties or a muffler when he needs them. I gave him a shaving mug with cake of soap, also shaving mirror. MRS. A. M. E. Atlanta, Ga. A YEAR’S SUBSCRIPTION. Miss Mary Lea Davis: T think the most useful pres ent and one that would be the most appreciated gift for a wife to give a husband would be a year’s subscription to^The Geor gian and Sunday American, be cause you can find what you want In them and 1t is something that she can use from one Christmas to the other. JOHN G. B. Atlanta, Ga. BOOK OR MAGAZtNE. Miss Mary Lea Davis: Nothing pleases my wife more than a book or magazine, and I usually make selections with regard to her tastes in literature. P T. Bartow, Ga. COMFORTABLE CHAIR. Miss Mary J*ea Davis: I think the most appropriate gift for a wife to give her husband is a nice, easy, comfortable chair. It should be reserved especially for him, too. MRS. T. Bartow, Ga. HALF DOZEN SHIRTS. Miss Mary I.ea Davis: I think a wife should give her hus band something useful, so if she knows liis size and the style he likes what would be nicer than half a dozen shirts? He can’t possibly do without them. Dr. better still, give him money she had saved to let him get just what he wants, or, if he chooses, start a bank account with it. MRS. T. H. C Atlanta. Ga. PHOTO OF HERSELF. Miss Mary Lea Davis: A dainty photograph of herself for his office, set in a frame in keeping with her own individual finances, would, to me, be the most appreciated and tenderly sentimental gift a wife could be stow upon her husband—useful, too, because in moments of dis couragement and perhaps temp tation it would be a spur to bet ter effort and a constant reminder of her love and trust. MRS. G. A. S. Jacksonville, Fla. A DIAMOND RING. Miss Mary Lea Davis: The first thing Christmas morning I shall awaken my wife with a kiss and shout “Merry Christmas.” Under her break fast plate I will put a diamond ring of the value she knows I am able to afford, then the rest of the day I shall devote my entire time to her. C. C. S. Hagan, Ga. HIS FAVORITE PAPER. Miss Mary Lea Davis: I shall give my husband a year’s subscription to his favorite news paper, The Georgian. MRS. G. W. W. Forsyth, Ga. A USEFUL GARMENT. Miss Mary Lea Davis: A very nice present is a shirt with a hand-embroidered initial on the sleeve. It is very pretty, made of silk and certainly is use ful. Can be made also of cotton. Atlanta, Ga. MRS. O. J. A. RENEWS SUBSCRIPTION. Miss Mary Lea Davis: I’ve been giving my wife all kinds of presents, but the one she liked best was last Christmas when I subscribed to The Geor gian for a year. I’ll renew' it this Christmas. . P. D. M Rome, Ga. A SAFETY RAZOR. Miss Mary Lea Davis: Nearly every husband would appreciate a good safety razor, which is always useful. Atlanta, Ga. MRS. S. L. A. A PAIR OF SHOES. Miss Mary Lea Davis: I am going to give my husband a pair of shoes this Christmas. 1 know of nothing he needs more. I liave saved up my dimes for tilts gift. MRS. F. V. W. I^anett, Ala. Ireland to Forbid Importing of Arms Special Cable to The Atlanta Georgian. DUBLIN, Dec. 5.—A conference held here between Augustine Birrell, Chief Secretary for Ireland, and the Earl of Aberdeen, the Lord Lieuten ant of Ireland, will shortly result in a proclamation forbidding the im portation of arms into Ireland, ac cording to the local press. Labor trou bles and the threatened revolt of Clster against home rule are causes for the embargo on war munitions. Rembrandt Sells for $8,800; Is Low Record Special Cable to The Atlanta Georgian. LuNDOa, Dec. G.—The cheapest Rembrandt acquired at a public sale In many years was sold at the Aynard auction when the dealer, Ferral, bought “Ecce Homo’’ for $8,800. The painting had been valued at $14,- m. , Saloonist Ordered To Answer Charge AUGUSTA, Dec, 5,—Judge Hammond has signed an order in Superior Court, directing Sol Barron, proprietor of the Metropole saloon, to show cause before him on next Monday why hts place should not be closed as a nuisance. Barron’s place was raided several days ago and several bottles of whisky, beer and wine were seized. Will Provides for Monument to Horse Boxer’s Brother Is Given Year for Theft CHICAGO, Dec. 6.—Jack Johnson's brother, Charlie, to-day began serving a year in the Bridewell for the theft of an overcoat. Judge Wade iix«j his punishment at one month whe„ Johnson was convicted, but when pugilist's brother struck a court bailiff the judge added eleven mon;u. to the sentence. GET JAILED DAY AFTER PARDON. MEMPHIS, Dee, 5.—Fifteen min utes after Phillips Banks stepped from an Arkansas train he was ar rested and sent to the city Jail, charged with drunkenness. He was pardoned Thursday by the Governor of Arkansas after serving fifteen years for murder. MIDDLETOWN, N. Y., Dec. 6.— The will of Mrs. Isaac Van Luvan Goshen provides that her horse be chloroformed and burled beneath a tombstone. She bequeatned her home to the Goshen Hospital provided it is named the Morris Memorial Hospital, other wise it goes to the First Presbyterian Church. Items For Christmas Shopping Watches—that give a lifetime service. Filled Cases $10.00 to $35.00 Solid Gold Cases $25.00 to $100.00 Rings—suitable for everyone... $1.00 and up Diamonds—white and brilliant. .$15.00 and up Jewelry—send for our catalogue, or better still, come in and see the goods. Every article guaranteed. Divided Payments accepted from responsible parties. Open evenings until Xmas. BANTA-COLE JEWELRY COMPANY 5 South Broad Street Atlanta. Georgia AUTOMOBILE for your boy or girl. This No. 8 for child 2y 2 to 7 years, $5.50 Rubber tires, simple running gear. Lamps 85c each. Horn 50c Extra. SEND FOR ONE TO DAY. BRADLEY’S Four Floors of Toys. 29 S. Broad St. Have you visited the Doll Store in the Downstairs Sec tion? Davison-Paxon-Stokes Company Our Mail Order Department brings every advantage of this store direct to you. Cynics Say the Christmas Spirit Is Dying Out. This Busy, Joyous Store Refutes the Claim Thousands of Christmas Men s Combination Gift Boxes Marabou and Ostrich Ruffs and Everything Reflects the Happiness of the Season * Even the wearing apparel seems to have taken on 1 lie glow of this Christmas spirit—though perhaps it is the reflection from the thousand and one bright things intended especially for gifts. But one does not have to be in the least imag inative to see that this is a really, truly bright and most convenient Christmas Store. Join the Jolly Throng To morrow. 3 Misses' Coat Suits, up to $45, Are Priced at $20 for To-morrow Very tine, smart Suits for girls—13 to 16-year sizes—they fit small women—the very best styles of thejseason; beautiful materials, and fashionable color tones. Only eighteen Suits in the collection. They will be quickly chosen at the price we have put upon them for this disposal— $20, for Suits up to $45. Handkerchiefs The Handkerchief Store extends greeting,s and announces its readiness to meet all the demands of the early holiday shoppers. Thousands of now, beautiful Handkerchiefs and many special values. To-morrow will he a day of extraordinary activity in the Handkerchief Store. By Reason of These— SIX FOR $1.00—Women’s beautiful, embroidered Sham rock Handkerchiefs, very sheer, or another style, all linen, with dainty embroidered corners; six for $1.00 to-morrow. At 15c Each—a choice collection of Handkerchiefs in a va riety of styles. Some all-linen, some sheer Shamrock; there are embroidered comers, many with lace trimmings. Special ly good at 15c each. At 25c—Provided^especially for gift seekers, these beauti ful lace-trimmed Handkerchiefs; one of our most popular numbers. There are at least a hundred patterns to select from. Women’s sheer, all-linen Handkerchiefs with narrow hem stitched hems; 10c each. /children's Handkerchiefs—three in box—choose either white, all-linen, or with dainty colored border and colored ini tial ; several attractive styles at 25c box. Fancy Handkerchiefs—for making dust caps, aprons, pillow covers, kimonos, bags, etc. A most pleasing assortment to select from at 10c each. 25c for Mens Ties in Christmas Boxes Silk four-in-hand Ties—an assortment of colors to select from. One Tie in gift box—25c each. Specials in the Women’s $7.50 black Imitation Caracul.Coats at $3.50. They are full length, roll collar of same; well lined throughout. Almost Every Woman Wants a Gregn Silk Petti coat Here are pretty new ones at $1.08— they are made of good, softTnessaline; the correct shade—emerald gretHi. A few in black at the same price—$1.08. Downstairs Section for Saturday Did You Get This Offer? Women's 50c Vests and Pants, 3 Garments for $1 49c Js the Price Saturday for Women's new outing flannel Night Gowns. They are well made, of good, heavy outing, in pink or blue checked and striped effects. Sale of Sheets at 30c Each 72x90-inch bleached Sheets, with seam in center; priced for to-morrow at 30c each. Good knitted Vests and Pants for women—bleached, fleece lined; they are 50c garments, but are slightly imperfect in weave and are priced extremely low— 3 garments for $1.00. New 10c Percales at 8 1 2c yard; light colors. 10c Pajama checks at 7 1 2c yard; short lengths—1 to 6 yard pieces. Special Pricing of Women’s Shoes $1.95 pair for women’s button Shoes—good vici kid, patent tips; medium heel; all sizes. $1.75 for Old Ladies’ Comforts —very soft kid, laced shoe, plain, broad toe; low heel. For a short time only we are offering a Wizard Triangle Polish Mop and a quart can of Wizard Polish—all for $1.50. Regular combination price $2.50. You save $1 by acting NOW. The Wizard Triangle Polish Mop "The Mop That Gets-in-the-Corners” is the mop with the truly scientific principle, its triangle shape makes the cleaning of cor ners just as easy and effective as the clean ing of the center of the floor. The Wizard Polish with which MOP is treated adds a luster and richness to your floors without leaving them oily or slippery. Handle reaches everywhere. No stooping, kneeling or backache. Wizard Polish is more than a furni ture polish. Restores the beauty to finest finishes as you dust with it. Cheap enough to use on floors. No shaking. No sediment to mar. Geta in the comer* , 54 nch j Handle 69c Each—for boxes containing one Tie and one pair Half Hose; assorted colors. At $1.00 each—Boxes containing one Tie, one pair Half Hose and one Handkerchief; all in matching color. Scarfs and Luncheon Sets for Gift Seekers $1.25 Scarfs at 95c—Scalloped bureau Scarfs with eyelet embroidery designs; 18x54-inch size. Libratv Table Scarfs of brown linen crash; scal loped edges, and prettily embroidered in white, green or brown. They are decidedly pretty. 20x45-inch size, $1.25 each. 20x54-ineli size, $1.50 each. Thirteen-Piece Luncheon Sets at $1.25 They are being chosen for gifts, and are ideal for bunga lows. Nicely boxed and just ready to be sent. There are— Six 6-inch pieces. Six 9-inch pieces. One 24-inch piece. Each piece is finished with pretty embroidered scallop edge. Do You Need Fresh Guimpes? These have just arrived. Very dainty net guimpes—or chemi settes—plain or with ruffled front; high collars; white, cream and ecru; 25c and 50c each. New Pladings Are Here Also Chiffon and crepe do chine. Plaitings; with" plain, tucked or hemstitched finish; white, tan, cream and black; 25c to $1.00 yard. New and Dainty Neckwear in Holiday Gift Boxes Many women have been delightfully surprised this season at the size and comprehensiveness of new neckwear stocks here. Let this he hint and invitation to come and share these pretty Gift Goods to-morrow. Gift Boxes Containing One Piece of Neck- ivear—25c and 50c Box Prettily gotten up—and every one highly appropriate for a holiday gift. You may choose either a stock, a jabot and stock combined, a Medici-collar, a coat set, or other dainty novelties for the neck. The stock is new and unbroken now—we can not promise as much a week lienee. Cape Collars These fleecy, light and warm neckfixings can be worn becom ingly with the new fashions. There are chic collarettes of marabou, or ostrich and mara bou, or all ostrich; natural color, black-and-white, or blue-and- black. Prices range from $1.50 to $8.50. Here Are Gift Slippers for Women and Men That Will Shorten Many Christmas Lists In the great Holiday Stocks of Footwear here are all kinds, from Madam’s dainty little Boudoirs to her husband’s sturdy Slippers for the fireside. Some suggestions: Women’s Boudoir Slippers of soft kid in blue, pink, red, tan or black, with silk pompon on toe; very low heel; $1.25 pair. Felt ‘.‘Comfys” for women—all colors; $1.50 pair. Women’s Bedroom Slippers of felt, with fur top; choice of these colors: Red, blue, gray, brown or black; all sizes; $1.00 pair. Foot Warmers—to sleep in—they are prettily made of Eider down in plain or fancy colors; 25c and 50c pair. For Men Men’s felt or leather House Slippers, black or tan; priced at $1.50 to $2.50 pair. These Beautiful Robes Make Ideal Christmas Gifts Boxed, ready to send, are lovely Bath Robes and Slippers to match; soft, beautiful color tones, such as pink-and-gray, blue- and-gray, lavender-and-gray—and so on; they are of superb quality and finish; price $10 set. Had You Thought About Victor Records for Gifts? No doubt you have friends who own a Victrola or a Grafonola. Nothing would give them greater pleasure at Christmas and afterward than new Records for their machine. Let us take your order now for Rec ords to be delivered at Christmas time. Victrola Store—Second Floor, Over Shoe Store.