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"QUANTITY" One of the most serious problems tho merchant of today has to face is not how much he has to pay for merchandise but how can he secure enough to meet the demands of his patrons. The question of "supply" is an all-absorbing one. Many manufacturers are unable to fill orders because of the lack of raw materials. Even the most casual reader of the market reports can realize, in a measure, the seriousness of the situation. ' Fortunately we are protected by contracts made months ago and are in a more favorable condition than many of our fellow merchants to , supply your needs. The completeness of our stocks will be apparent 10 an wno mvfiiiKuiu our iuii unciin*s. We invite your critical inspection. ART NEEDLEWORt The materials cost only a ?but when the work o! hands is annlicd to them, voi i i ? things of beauty and of a and cents value far above small original outlay. We are showing a large a: usual variety of designs for sort of use?together with tl terials for working them, run the whole gamut, so that where you will find the not accords with your own strings. Splendid Knit Underwe Before cold weather comes derwear needs tilled?then v )>lasts blow. Before they blow is the be stocks are most complete?e\ or separate garments as you fort without undue weight, a . pose. Note these tempting p 15c to $ A TVTT A * x\u v a - m Broach and < Here T ^^FvlBf iioiis i dg$*WKc quires 3?Vspecial ft $ contair Yx^" P of necc '? THE LANCA8T ancaster The I Always^Have' One I ( jjWaist Too Many it; ' . * You never know wlien you are going to need just one waist more than you've got. s \ And now,while our assortinent of waists is so uuus- W ually large and attractively / price is the time of times J to get one of these 44extra" i / ones listed below. Cotton Voile Waist $1.00, $1.50, $1.95 Sizes 36 to 53. j* Crepe de Chine Waist $2.95 to $4.50 Georgette Crepe Waist $3.95 to $7.50 Sizes 36 to 53. ; MAKES A HOME COZY i trifle f your [? NCE SHOWING OF EXQUISITE HOLIDAY JEWELRY. es, Bar Pins, Beauty Pins, Purses, L?tc., priced 25c to $3.50 ilet Articles for Beauty's Need. we have a fine selection of the va\>ilet Articles that every woman rcfor her modern toilet table. It is a / ly chosen assortment, and therefore is a particularly desirable collection ;ssary articles. Prices are moderate. ? ar For Women and Children s is the time to get your heavier unrou'll he ready when the tirst cold ;st time to choose because NOW our rery size, every weight, in union suits wish. All knitted to lit; to give corrind of yarns best fitted for their purtrices. 1.00 a Garment EH NEWS FRIDAY, NOV. 9, Departm test Place To Shop After i )0K YE HERE, MAIL IRESSES, COATS AND SUIT DURING THE FESTI m ur = X % % ELECT YOURSELF BEST DRESSED I In your neighborhood by clioosi our attarctive suits ancl overcoat during the hard months of wintc At the moderate prices quot you will find it hard to believe tin fine, full-bodied handsome cloth urge you to dispel your doubts sonal visit to our store. We should like to show you sr new "wrinkles" that make our 1;.... ..r ... v. i. 4-1.:.. - ii " 4 uiic "i men ^ t'lutiiiug reaiiy (iisr SPLENDID OVERCOATS STYLIS1 $vJ.0o bo $z5.00. $8.50 to $ MENj^ND ' [ L Quality at a Price in Men' "Quality at a price," is the (lis assortments of furnishings for n counts for a lot. Where is the man or boy who d< like to add a new shirt, a tie, or sr robe? Here his fancies may find all priced within keeping to the li 1917. ent Stor ill. )S and MATRONS! S GALORE FOR WEAR [VAL SEASON goodly array they are, ladies, ;e smart new models adaptais of styles from over the seas, lines and the materials that French capital has approved here in a beautiful collection, they have been moulded t<> characteristic taste of Ameriwomanhood, and have been set h at prices that her present -purse can easily compass, 'e list with pleasure some of representative garments in showing: Poplin Dresses $6.50 Quality Serge Dresses $12.50 ts, in velour, pom pom, fancy ixtures, poplins and Gabarines . . . $9.50 to $35.00 rial $15.00 Gabardine Suits $12.50 lation colors in either wool, or splendid mixtures of the TERS FOR MEN 55c to $5.00. SWEATERS FOR BOYS 50c to $2.50 s and Boys's Furnishings tinguishing feature of our large nen and boys. This year, that >es not at this season of the year >me new underwear to his wardmany things he will want, and mits of his purse. >ur. i-sroaclclotli and French ergo Suits. . . .$16.50 to $45.00 THE MAN s for wear sr. ;ed below I \t they are J es?so we M by a per me of the 1917-1918 , -A III imniishod H SUITS / i S 2?. 60 ZjL? S' SWEATERS Good Kind Here in These New Displays. biggest and best stock of weaters we have ever shown 11 or boy, and no matter he weather is you can find a one of these sweaters, sure TIipv nro in rtlnin nml 3J 55SS^i~ j ======^^ Attractive Hosiery That Lasts ' The trimmest ankles in town this winter are going to be those clad in hosiery bought at this store. There are fine-looking, fine-feeling real silks, and fibre-silks and tight woven cottons?for every member of the family. Also a wide choice of pure wool and mixed wool, and cotton hose that speaks good fit and good wear in every yarn. 15c to $2.00 Pair. [ I ?"?' u t=^ MEN'S StX'KS UNUSUALLY PINE. Men who need Socks now; men who think they will need Socks six months from now; every man who ever will wear Socks can ilnd in this offering something of more than ordinary importance. Seo these fine values. 1.V, 20c, 25c, 35c, SOc 5.V. and 00c Pair.