G iXEEIGHT THE MiCii(IAN DAiLY r inAY, TF C ii1, 1 4 Students Bearing Gifts Are Cagey Characters Gifts for Folks at Home Are 'Must'for Student Christmas Presents May Be Carried Home Without Arousing Parental Suspicion Next to Greeks bearing gifts, there is probably nothing which people are inclined to distrust more than stu- dents bearing gifts. It is common knowledge that around report card time, a student bearing gifts is about the most cagey character that a par- ent could let into the house. Now, however, with Christmas just around the proverbial corner, we can take presents home to the "folks" without any ulterior motives. And, in the face of this, a brief survey of the field might be helpful. While the "here - is - your - pipe- where - can-I-findI-your-slippers-Fa- ther" era seems to have died a slow and natural death, a Christmas pres- ent for Father is, nevertheless, some- thing to think about, especially since it will probably be his money that pays for it in the end. "Father, dear Father, come home to me now"- Here is a leather wallet to hold your diminishing income-Here is a book to take your mind off "the coin we blew at dear old Michigan," Here is a pipe to bite, a cigar to smoke, a pen with which to write out checks. Indeed, while Father is probably well-bowed down under the weight of a daughter in college, there are still many things which will bring back the old light to his face. Natur- ally, the source of such light must differ with the personality of the individual father, but rumor hath it that most of them are basically alike. Make it a wallet;, then-or a book- or anything along the good old de- pendable line. Anything but ties! Don't Forget Mother1 Mother is, of course, another prob- lem. If she is the "leave-me-alone- with-my-kitchen.-and-I'll-be-happy" type, then, by all means, bring her an elaborate cook book, leave her alone with her kitchen, and she'll be happy. If, on the other hand, she leans toward the other extreme, the type that passes through the house every morning and evening, or her way to and from the Red Cross, something practical, like a pocket- book or a ratiopi book will probably do the trick. Nylons are nice, too. Now we come to a species of Amer- ican Mother that is practically ex- tinct-i.e. the happy medium or "I- divide-my-time-equally-betwieen-they home-and-the-war" type. For this kind of mother there is, in this town, a veritable hotbed of welcome gifts, perfume, handkerchiefs, gloves, com- pacts, and so forth. Thy Shining Gace Mothers, in general, are very easily satisfied when it comes to gifts, and the average student may go home, this Christmas, fairly confident that even the sight of his or her shining face, is, to his or her mother, a gift of beauty "and a joy forever." From the mother who harbors this atti- tude, any gift she receives brings forth a "you-shouldn't-have-done-it- but-it's-lovely" reaction which is a reward in itself. Go to it, then. Buy out, if you like, the local book stores and department stores and drug stores. But never let it be said that a Michigan student returned to his home at holiday time -giftless and fundless. Ohe or the other, but never both. Gifts for the Servicewo man By JOAN LIST If you have a friend in the WACs, WAVEs, SPARs or Marines, you may be wondering just what kind of gift can be welcome and useful to a woman who must dress and live ac- cording to strict government decrees. Fortunately, a recent poll of ser- vicewomen, here and overseas, re- veals what they really want to find in their G.I. lisle stockings. On the- "dream list" come portable radios,. cameras with extra film and alarm clocks, (try and get any of 'em) but the women in uniform can be made very happy by items which civilians can still find in the shops. The WAVEs and SPARs want reg- ulation gloves in black or white, ray- on hosiery for dress wear, stationery and shoeshine kits. An officer would bless you for engraved calling cards with her rank on them. All branches request regulation shirts and hand- bags. The WACs want pajamas and all the corps want tailored slips and other lingerie, emphatically the kind that needs no ironing. A cheering touch of feminine luxury would be enthusiastically received in the form of beauty kits, compacts, cologne, bathpowder and hand lotion. A fit- ted toilet case with mirror is sure of appreciation. The only jewelry ser- vicewomen can wear are identifica- tion bracelets and wristwatches. Incidentally, hardly a woman questioned didn't mention on her list that she wanted war bonds and stamps, a pocket Bible and mail, mail, MAIL from home. Roommate Will Cherish P.J.s, By JUDITH RADO When the good old Yuletide Season roles around, one person who really deserves a carefully chosen gift is' that swell gal-your room-mate. After all, wh. shouldn't she? Just look at all she's put up with (and vice versa). Well, anyway here's the lowdown on some gifts she'll treasure and really love you for. In the first place, you can't go wrong with a stuffed animal and Ann Arbor is a college girl's paradise in that respect. There are types for every girl as well as for every purse which is an important thing to con- sider this year. One of the cutest ones seen around lately is a darling' fuzzy deer with cream-colored spots. The coldest part of winter is just ahead, so if you don't want to hear "roomie's" teeth chattering as the breezes blow, get her something warm. Cozy flannel pajamas are A-1 with any girl, and what Michigan gal would turn her nose up at a wool' sweater or a hand-knit pair of socks? If the dear one who sleeps in the+ upper birth (or lower, whichever the case may be) is the fastidious type, get her a "heavenly scent" gift. Per-; fume is always a morale booster and seems to be especially thrilling around Christmas time. Just a word about wrapping thisF carefully chosen item. Do it up with gay plaid ribbon, pine cones, ever- green sprays, or small tingling bells. Make the wrapping original and clever and she'll enjoy the gift twice as much. War Brides Want Gifts With Future Is she Lovely? It she Engaged? Is she married already and waiting for the' warrior's return? Then, what does she want especially for Christ- mas? Since you can't present her with immediate Total Allied Victory, wrapped up with a sprig of holly, you might remind her of a hopeful future with gifts for the home she is thinking about. Much silver and more kitchen gadgets have marched to war but you can give her handsome glass cooking utensils, practical, well-nigh indestructable, and reasonably priced, in sets or impressive single pieces. Good-looking American and Mexican pottery and china dishes will liven up a future table for two and table linens, from this country or from Good Neighbors can add personality to the smallest apartment breakfast nook. Soft all-wool blankets are again on the market. Prints or maps to hang on a wall are fine, if you are sure of her taste in art. If the wedding date is still remote, "sometime after the duration," con- sider trousseau lingerie, efficient beauty kits, or the romantic new per- fume named after that "something blue" a bride carries. Sweethearts and wives whose men are overseas need lots of V-Mail pa- per and you can purchase quantities of it in attractive boxes. Good sta- tionery is a requirement for those women whose favorite correspond- ents are still in this country. For complete practicality and good taste in a present to a wartime bride or fiancee, there could be nothing better than a war bond or stamps which wil help speed the way to do- mestic happiness Tardy Folk Make Poor By MARY CHERNUS of blue, wine, and canary? Of course, C"' Flash! Unofficial but reiable sour- there are always striped shirts. S l C"" ces have it rumored that civilian men Something new has been added to on campus WILL NOT be ignored by the ever-welcomed sweater. Stores 'Procrastirgation is the thief of General Santa Claus on his travels today have a limited stock of those time' some philosopher once said and during the holiday season, neat sweater and hose sets of wool how right he was. And so I fondly In fact, that grand ole gent has and camel's hair, and you've a choice been dreaming up all sorts of nice between crew or V neck pullovers and dedicate the following to those who gifts for Michigan's almost "forgot- cardigans. But if you're not fortun- every year wait until the 23rd of ten men" this Christmas. A state- ate enough to get one of these sets, December to do their Christmas shop- ment from his winter quarters in- select a sweater for him anyway. Be ping. There is in all of us some trait forms us that "the" gift for men this it a sleeveless slipover in a novelty of human nature which revolts Yuletide will be clothes, wearing ap- knit with a V neck or be it a coat agains uyngCristm g sin parel, and more clothes. sweater with a plaid cloth front and agaist buyNmg Christmas giftsri Does the man whose gift you're plain knit back and sleeves, it will be October or November. Such spirit, worried about like to feel that eyes appreciated. such atmosphere exists on the 23rd. follow him as he walks hither and Flannel Robe Appreciated The crowds, the pushing, the wonder yon? Then, get him one of those su- "Stormy Weather, when my man U e o. o o iper "plaid" shirts that are a tempta- . ." -when your man will be safe Uncle Hugo is first on your list, tion to a he-man's love of warmth- from the blowing snow and howling usually a very easy person to buy for they come in all shades of the color winds outside, for he'll be studying in -socks will do. After being trampled spectrum and guaranteed to attract his room wrapped in a smartly tail- to death you finally reach the coun- attention. ored flannel robe you gave him for ter, only to find the saleslady com- If you've decided to pamper him Christmas. If you've inherited a pletely oblivious to your shouts of, this Christmas select a pair of those thousand dollars or so this past year h attrst nerasetionp wese h-comfy, soft slippers-the kind that and have decided to splurge for him To attract her attention two meth- will let his whole body relax when he this year, take a look at those ultra ods are prescribed, scream and fait slips his feet into them. Have you robes, fully lined with fur and hand- (at which point she will dash to your seen those lined with sheepskin, or somely tailored with silky satin side to see what the commotion is those pliable kid ones with the shawl and belt. Luxury Plus! all about) or if you prefer to be more smooth leather soles? However, if you don't know what subtle about it, find an accomplice,siehwaranyodn'kowf station him in a far corner of the Try Colored Shirts size he wears and you don't know if store and at the appointed time have Well, you've thought about giving he'd like this or that, stop worrying, him shout, "Quick, they have nylons." him a shirt or two this year. But be- just give him a gift certificate from Naturally this will start many a fem- fore you buy, think. Yes, white shirts your favorite clothing store, and let inine heart aflutter and the bewil- are infinitely better looking, but re- him do the deciding. dered saleslady will soon be quite member that they soil more easily alone to give you her undivided at- and there's a laundry situation. Try ADVICE TO SHOPPERS tention. buying him colored shirts this year. Don't want till you get home to Size ten and a half socks you ask Why not one of those beautiful Jac- do your shopping this year as for only to find that the preceding quard shirts tailored in the finest stores in the big cities are rapidly customer just bought the very last shirtmaker manner in pastel shades running low on stocks. Dark Clouds Lift for Civilian Man As Santa Claus Remembers Him War Creates Hosiery Styles Stockings "ain't what they used to be," Heaven knows, but women must wear them, at least in winter, and any and every female on your Christ- mas list wants hose of smooth fit and siren sheerness, in short, something a little reminiscent of those gone- but-not-forgotten nylons. Stocking manufacturers have made tremendous advances since the be- ginning of the war in the spinning and knitting of rayon and cotton yarns. Celanese stockings are parti- cularly successful since they dry in eight hours, resist knee and ankle sagging bravely and come in quite delicious textures. A new fashion in stockings, creat- ed in large part by the war, is that of cotton or rayon mesh, woven in qualities to suit almost any occasion. Mesh stockings are particularly smart and British gentlewomanly when worn with suits but, also in mesh, and quite on the other end of the scale in effect, comes a wicked Gay Paree stocking in a lacy black weave which might bring out the inlcipient can- can dancer in anybody. , Stores Save Labor Because of the shortage of help, stores have invented many labor- saving devices for this year's holiday season. The customers see samples of gifts and after they have decided up- on their selections, are given pre- wrapped packages of their choice. pair, and would size twelve do for this particular party. You realize, of course, that they are much too large, but the insistent saleslady is certain they will shrink and you have just bought Uncle Hugo's Christmas pres- ent. Next you need something for your maiden aunt, a sweet young thing of about forty-eight. You decide on perfume, a brand to suit her person- ality and type. Naturally your better senses tell you to buy some sweet floral perfume, but without saying a word of protest you find yourself walking off with a very large bottle of "Sinful Soul." By this time your feet hurt, you're hungry, so you decide to call it quits and go home. Are you worried, of course not, you have another entire day to finish your shopping. For Pets' Pleasure Purchase Presents When you are purchasing that present for your roommate, parents, or friends, think of the faithful one at home, patiently waiting for vaca- tion to arrive so that he may see you again. Is it fair not to include him in your .Christmas list? He would be satis- fied with so little, yet he seldom gets it. So this year why not include your family pet among the Yuletide gifts? Be he (or she) a canary, dog, cat, monkey, or parrot, some little gift would make him, (or hbr), so happy and brighten his Christmas day. For canaries, bird-seed, of the im- ported variety is the best gift. This can usually be found in a dime store. Another welcome gift is a piece of cuttlebone, on which to sharpen his beak. For dogs, a rubber bone or ball is very popular (refer to your private Black Market for these items). Some, scented with either beef, lamb, or chocolate flavors, offer a greater in- centive to the animal. Hint, beef is way in the lead as far as canine tastes are concerned. .... ......... a They Sti I ...I .( "Say It With Flowers" r Potted Plants . . . Center Pieces Bouquets ..Corsages The Traditional Gifts for Christmas from Chelsea Flower Sho 203 E. Liberty 2-5616 ]i 'f',tii- i {{tK'#iK' f.' I lTL F $Lc: i {. 7IGirJ{Tt~c f F /. '3{ " T T~tlk1 'S. i .. 'x ;I; P Give Her A DIAMOND. 8 'VA~ ~for Christmas Li QR No other gift will make her eyes sparkle like a beautiful diamond ring will! Choose it with care, she'll cherish it for all the years to come. Ivest c in the traditional quality for which we have long 0 been famous. 3. B.WEIBIER, fewe&P6 Since 1904 . .. Now at 308 South State p 5e THIS CHRISTIMRS OBe Smart! L BUY ONLY THE BEST This year is a war year! Most of us have brothers and sweet- hearts fighting in the armed services of the country. We want to do our all to keep up their morale-we can only do this by keeping our wardrobe up to date' This Christmas our gifts must be practical-what can better fill the bill than well-made tailored clothes? These will be gifts that will be more than appreciated.. . SUITS . . . BLOUSES .. . SWEATERS . . . SCARFS AND GLOVES ... COS- TUME JEWELRYv xLo WITH Bri Big Ha Fine quality white LINEN HANKIESwith or without monograms for Dad, Mother, and the children. SHOP EARLY LUN For Better Selection mak tive every pany V( ;; .% More Miles Per Foot I LOTS OF WEAR dge Sets 9 Bath Towels ndkerchiefs ugerie Cases Ia 9y 7 / :7 / *77; .7 COTTON MESH $1.29 to $1.50 FINE RAYON MESH $1.16 to $1.23 LACE LISLE KANT-RUN $1.50 %% 7' '7 ,z ICH SETS that help e such an attrac- table! Pretty for j -y day-and "com- .t SPUN RAYON Softer than lisle Stronger than , either $1.33 OTHER CHR ROm R RISTMAS SUGGESTIONS r l n t """r A rnr SIPS SWEVIATERSN 111