The Daily Alaska empire Newspaper, February 24, 1940, Page 4

lc Daily Alaska Empire ening exce inday by the SMPIRE PPINTING COMPANY s and Main Streets, Juneau, Alasks. LEN TROY BENDER - President L. BERNARD csident ana Business Manager Entered in the Post Office in Juncau as Secord Class Matter. (RECRIPTION RATE! cerier tn Suneau and D for §1.25 per month. By mail. postage paid, at the 2 rates so year. in advance, $12.00; six months, in advance, $6.00 ene moath, in advance, $1.25 & s will cou'er a favor if they will promptly notify sc the Business Office of any faflure Or irregularity in the de- itvery of their pepers Teiephones: News Office, 602; Business Office, 374 MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS. The Associnted Press is exclusively entitled to the use for republication. of all news dispatches credited to it or otherwise credited in this paper and also the local published herein ALASKA CIR "UL THAN ~4 GEORGE D. JLOSE. Inc, National Newspaper Representa dves, With of'iccs In_San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, Chicazu. New York and Boston news TION GUARANTEED TQ BE LARGER OF ANY OTHER PUBLICATION RESENTATIVE—<ilibert A. Wellington, 1011 SEATTLE R Amersean Bank B AND MEN GET TOGETHER and iderable Kodiak naval credit for their workmen in available airbase pr present ef Jjobs! Last week Robert and Personr n having made a Camp Superintendent rviewed 110 job-seekers here, from Sitka for the pur- hired at once and pose. A dozen Jur were went to S n and. The others will be called y needed. Later, when the pres- will make another Shortly a con- t from Kodiak to ent waiting list is trip here to inter tractors’ representative will be Anchorage for the same purp This system saves resident ship of going from their homes all the way to Sitka or Kodiak on the off-chance of obtaining work, a procedure that resulted in actual suffering in some cases as d of unemployed cc ed on the beach at the two which already crowded to the limit and in which 1sing was unobtainable even if the jobless men had been able to pay for it Ancthe em good news from airbase front is+therannounoement’.thet”the: second dormi- tory has been completed at Kodiak, making it pos- sible for all workmen there to reside on the base instead of having to commute over a difficult road from the town. If we were formerly the first to blame the con- tractors, we wish now to be the first to congratulate them. orkmen .the hard- cities, of the IERICAN TRADE BOOMING The increase in Am an export trade with Latin America, looked for a result of the war, has not been slow in developir In the four months following the outbr our exports to these southern neighbors ex; rapidly, until in De- cember they were nea P ater than a year previous. It is by no m , however, that such gains can be long United States increases its pu countries. A recent bulletin of the Institute of Interna- tional Finance of New York University attempts to appraise the outlook in Latin Ar a. The present situation differs m that of ‘id War, in maint nless the rom these “hases, YEUR EVERY PRINTING DEXPERTLY FILLED THE DAILY ALASKA EMPIRE, SATURDAY, FEB. 24,1940, the first place, because there is less prospect for a shortage of the major commodities, such as sent orices upward in the last struggle and thus greatly increased Latin-American income. Commodity pur- chases are expected to be confined far more to Brit- ish and French possessions, while the Allied: regula- tion of prices will tend to keep prices down even in countries outside Allied jurisdiction. Altogether, the increase in Latin-American income and purchas- ing power is unlikely to be on the same scale at 25 years ago. Among the commodities of which Latin America s an important producer many are either in direct competition with United States products or enjoy a demand here that is not susceptible of great in- T The prices of certain other articles, such as tin, wool and cocoa, are virtually controlled by the British Government and are therefore unlikely to rise as much as would be the case if the markets free. Various minor products might be the United States in larger amounts. Furthermore, neutral countries, accustomed to obtain certain products from the British and French em- may be forced to look elsewhere, and by pur- from Latin America increase that region's ability to buy from the United States. On the . however, it is probable that, while our trade th Latin America should benefit from the war, ) repetition of the spectacular 1915-18 expansion is to be looked for { | Mistaken Zeal (Cincinnati Enquirer) By an exceedingly narrow margin, the House of Representatives rejected a proposal to cut off the ry our Ambassador to the Soviet Union. And by a larger majority it headed off a scheme to with- hold funds needed for maintenance of our Embassy It is fortunate that these gestures of erstandable indignation were defeated. This eds all the information its Ambassador in and his staff can supply. oximately 99 out of every 100 Americans (judging by a recent Gallup poll) share the feel- ings which inspired these legislative attempts to cut diplomatic relations with Russia. It is a natur- 1 response to the despicable aggression against Fin- But that is not a sound reason for depriving ate Department of its eyes and ears in Russia. When our relations with a foreign state are bad, we have especial need for diplomatic representation there. We ought to have an Ambassador in Berlin now, although the Charge d’Affaires is a very com- petent man. The diplomatic service has many func- tions, but probably the most important of them is reporting to the State Department. This is peculiarly true in our relations with the dictatorships. Having the use of diplomatic pouches, our Ambassadors and Ministgrs can send back to Washington anything they choose, free from censor- ship. Normally, the State Department thus has at its' disposal all the information gathered by the press, and in addition the uncensored dispatches from dip- lomatic officers - abroad. These uncensored dis- patches may come by mail in sealed pouches or by ble in secret cipher codes. It is preposterous to deprive the government of such a valuable source of information, when the only object is to give expression to the American people’s disapproval of Soviet policy. If the mem- rs of Congress who shouted and gesticulated so earnestly for severance of relations with Russia are genuinely opposed to aggression, there are many things they could do. They could vote quickly for real assistance to the Finns, not halfhearted ges- tures. They could demand an embargo on ship- ment of arms and strategic raw materials to Japan, Russia, and Germany, three generally recognized AgEressors. There are other possibilities. But it would be foolish in the extreme to deprive the State Depart- ase pire; sing St ment of its eyes and ears in a country so important as as the Soviet Union, particularly when getting ac- curate information out of Russia is so difficult with- out the resources of diplomacy. Mindful of the fact that the Russians observed Stalin’s birthday by bombing Finnish hospitals, we imagine the Soviet high command had quite a time ¢ deciding upon some appropriate action for Valentine Day, such as machine-gunning Cupid. Mohandas K. Gandhj, the Hindu Nationalist, was married when he was 13 years old. No wonder John Bull has found him a toughy to deal with! “If” may not be a very long word but it's the most powerful one in the language wherever Demo- crats gather to discuss this year's candidate for President. N old printer A once said: Our duty is to make the printed word speak great truths more clearly!” This is our ideal. We have built our business on hon- est, efficient crafts- manship which makes ne comprom with half truths. J1orosco pe “The stars incline but do mot compel’ SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Benefic aspects rule today which is favorable for churches and phil- anthropies, The clergy is subject to stimulating planetary influences, but warning is given that sectar- ian jealousies may lead to mis- judgment of well meant humani- tarian efforts, Constructive peace movements are well-directed by the stars. i Heart and Home: The eveming is favorable to courtship and fo do- mestic harmony. Under this ¢on figuration fathers may be inclined to dictate to young members of the family. It is fortunate for as sociation with employers o per- sons who have power over:human destiny. Attention should fixed upon religion or at least spls i val e Business Alfairs: Businesé should pe good through the coming week. but this is not a lucky . for any sort of planning fof HEMu- ture. Under this planetary .govern- | ment the wise will live @ day | fully and rely upon faijth lfi the great plan behind world events. As iigures re- of persons on | 1 T « employment of | € vern t become generally lown dissatisfaction will be wide- | xpressed by taxpayers. The| hological effect of reliance apon public funds for support wnl‘ be stressed by reformers. Power represented by the army of gov- Nationa ling ues: YEARS AGO' Prom THE EMPIRE 2 FEBRUARY 24, 1920 Juneau members of the Ameri- can Legion, the organization of ex-service men, were to watch with interest, the Legion's efforts to get laws through Congress which would aid the war veterans to colonize ands in the Middle West and Western states. According to an article published n a Tacoma newspaper, William :. Rust, Tacoma -capitalist, and ne of the owners of the famous Chichagof mine, near Juneau, was one of the members of the board »f directors of the Sigesbee-Humph- y Pacific Company. which was put a fleet of ships plying be- ween Tacoma and the Orient. Harley J. Turner relurned here n the Princess Mary after a h ed tyip to San Francisco. He urned to his duties at the B. M. Behrends, Inc., Company. Miss M. Fletcher arrived on e Princess Mary (rom Vancou- ver, B. C,, and was to remain here visiting her daughter, Mrs, F. H. Partridge. Miss Mabel Peterson, an experi- iccd milliner, arrived here on the ity of Seattle from Seattle to ave charge of the millinary de- partment of Goldstein’s Emporium. Dr. L. S. Sloane, City and Ter- itorial Health Commissioner, re- rted that five new cases of in- uenza had been reported. ernment employees is to be meas- | ured by vowrs who will be im-| nune to party principles which aie | onservative. | International Atfairs: Volunteers | who enlist for service with = the Finnish army and navy will be so | numerous that embarrassing inci- | dents will multiply under netitral- ' ity policies. All the Scandinavian | countries will cement ties of friend- | hip by amazing acts of generosi',yi nd helpfulness. Stalin is warned | by the seers that blood purges of | defeated army officers will assure| the materialization of evil portents | in which revolution is indicated. Persons whose birthdate it is| have the augury of a year ofihap-| piness and prosperity, Both ~men 2nd women should pursue every cpportunity for advancement. Children born on this day may be exceedingly independent for these subjects of Pisces are strong-willed, even though kind, gentle, and sym- | pathetic. | L | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26 | After the early morning hours his should be a fortunate day to| those who dwell on land, but there is an evil portent for ships. The planets most potent in their in-| fluence upon women seem to pres- age anxieiy regarding members of their families. There are benefic ects governing the relations of capital and labor. For the busi- ness world the configuration is promising. Heart and Home: This should be| first rate shopping day. Adver-| ing is under a sway that promis-| to attract buyers. Changes in; he summer fashions will require gencrous expenditures by thuse who like to be modish. Conservative in- luences will eliminate carelessness dress, although slacks and shorts will be worn as uniforms among women. Business Affairs: Financiers will now waich the European war with evenn more tense interest than previously, as vast sums of money are wasted in the human conflici destroying many historic cities. The seers have long warned that inter- ational banking will be put to supreme tests, and they declare that all nations will be impover- ished if the war continues througn 1941 This is read as the test year for civilization. National Issues: The Middle West will take a special interest 11 pushing candidates for nomina- | don for President. Indiana comes under a portent that seems to promise success for a Democratic wvorite sou, bu the will encounter bitter Opposition which may en in success, Financial problems will be @f foremost interest in the minds of the people who will re- gard the national debt with ex- eme fear sharpened by published propaganda. International Affairs: As peace pleas muluply under the comoined elforts of many nations supported by the head o fa great church or- zanization human welfare is weighed against mass murder, and the world begins to realize the peril w all civilized peoples. There is a sign read as presaging the death of a man who wields tremendous ior evil. Supporters of a warring dictator are to be elimins d, thus weakeing e forees power Paul Peterson, master mechanic he Alaska Juneau Gold Min- ng Company, left on the Admi Watson for Seattle. highest 39, lowest 35, Weather: clear. - DEAN RICE RECEIVES WORD THIS MORNING OF BROTHER'S DEATH Dean C. . nae of Trinity Ca- thedral, received word this morning of the sudden death of a brother, George W. Rice, in Seattle. Mr. Rice was 72 years of age and had been a resident of the Queen City for 47 years. He was unmar- | ried. Leaving tomorrow on the Canad- ian Pacific steamer Princess Louise Dean Rice will go to Seattle to at- tend to funeral arrangements. | R state, has the longest coast- line of any state in the un- ion, more than 3,000 miles. The Atlantic ccast line is 1,773 nau- tical miles. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS SEALED BIDS, in TRIPLICATE, will be received in the Office cf the Commlissioner of Education, Terri- tory of Alaska, at Juneau, Alaska, at 10:00 AM., MARCH 19, 1940, and then publicly opened for the furnishing of all labor and ma- terials for the CONSTRUCTION of a SCHOOL BUILDING with ! Teacher’'s Quarters at UNGA, Al- aska. Plans may be obtained from An- thony E. Karnes, Commissioner of Education, Territory of Alaska at Juneau, Alaska or N. Lester Troast & Associates, Architects & En- gineers, Juneau and Anchorage, | Alaska. A deposit of $10.00 will be re- mired for each set of Plans and Specifications. A Bid Bond of 5% of the ‘bid will be required to ac- company the proposal. The successful bidder will be re- quired to furnish a Performance Bond of 100% of the Contract price and also furnish sufficient Com- pensation and Fire Insurance to protect the Territory. The Territory reserves the right eject any or all bids and to vaive all informalities. ANTHONY E. KARNES, Commissioner of Education. First publication, Feb. 10, 1940. Last publication, March 2, 1940. OUR MODERN PRINTING PLANT IS EFFICIENT! FHappy | i Birthday t: ( : | The Empire extends congratula-, | tions and best wishes today, their| | birthday anniversary, to the fol-| lowing: | | il | FEBRUARY 24 Harry Sperling Laurel C. McKechnie Jackie Harrington 1 | Dorothy Brown | Mrs. R. D. Peterman | Mrs. John Natterstad ) FEBRUARY 25 Mrs. Carl Floridan 1 Jirdes Winther | Mrs. B. H. Manery Sigurd Wallstedt George T. Matheson Fay Evanson Stella Rundquist Ethel Mason T MODERN ETIQUETTE = | By Roberta Lee SRR e Q Didn't Sir Walter Scott write something abont the importance of etiquette? A. Yes. He said, “A man may with more impunity be guilty of an actual breach, either of real good breeding or good morals, than appear ignorant of the most minute points of fashionable etiquette.” Q. Should a girl offer her hand oung mgn when he is intro- duced to her? A. It is her privilege to do so, though customarily she does not. The young man should never offer | his hand first. Q. How long before the stated hour should guests arrive for a luncheon? i A. From five to ten minutes be- fore the stated hour. DAILY LESSONS IN ENGLISH * By W. L. Gorden Words Often Misused: When two or more personal pronouns are ccnnected by and, the second per- son precedes the third and first, | the third precedes the first. “You and he and I are going.” Often Mispronounced: Enroute. Pronounce an-root, a as in ah, co as in too, accent last syllable. Often Misspelled: Separation; ar, not. er. Synonyms: Beautify, adorn, dec- orate, ornament, embellish. Word Study: “Use a word three times and it is yours.” Let us in- crease our vocabulary by master- ing one word each day. Today's word: Impotent; wanting power, strength, or vigor, whether physi- cal, intellectual, or ‘moral. (Accent first syllable). “O most lame and mpotent conclusion.”—Shakespeare. LOOK and LEARN * By A. C. Gordon 1. What are the three most im- portant crops in America? 2. Who said, “I am not a Vir- ginian, but an American”? ). What is meant by “the Holy Scroll"? 4. How is the date for Easter Sunday determined? 5. Which extends farther north, Mexico or Florida? ANSWERS 1. Corn, wheat, and cotton. 2. Patrick Henry. 5. The Ten Commanments. | 4. It is the first Sunday afte: | the first full moon on or follow- | ing March 21. 5. Mexico. | [:I'he Charles W. Carter| The Empire Job Plant contains all " Drs. Kaser and || = P. O. ELKS meet every Wednesday at 8§ P. m. Visiting brothers Freeburger ! welcome. H. C. RED- | MAN, Exalted Ruvler; M DENTISTS | H. SIDES, Secretary. Blomgren Building PHONE 56 ¥ 63 MOUNT JUNEAU LODGE NO. 141 Secona and fourth Monday of each month e in Scottish Rite Temple A beginning at 7:30 p.n RALPH B. MARTIN Master; JAMES W Secretary, Dr. A. W. Stewart DENTIST Hours 9 am. to 6 pm. SEWARD BUILDING Office Phone 469 Worshipful LEIVERS. 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