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- : : Daily Alaska Empire Published every evening except Sunday by the EMPIRE P ING COMPANY Second and Main Streets, Juneau, Alaska. HWELEN TROY B! R L BERNARD Prestdent Vice-President and Business Manager Entered in the Post Office in Juneau as Second Class Matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATE: Delivered by carrier in Juneau and Douglas for $1.25 per month, By mail, postage paid. at the following rates One vear, in advance, $12.00; six months, in advance, $6.00; one month. in advance, $1.25. Bubscribers will confer a favor if they will promptly notity | the Busine.. Office of any faflure or irregularity in the de- Uvery of their papers. ‘Telephones: News Office, 602; Business Office, 374. MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS The Assoctated Press is exclusively entitled to the use for republication of all news dispatches credited to it or not other- wise credited in this paper and also the local news published herein ALASKA CIRCULATION GUARANTEED TO BE LARGER THAN THAT OF ANY OTHER PUBLICATION. GEORGE D. CLOSE, Inc., Natlonal Newspaper Representa- Mves, with offices In _San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Beatile. Chicago, New York and Boston SEATTLE REPNGSENTATIVE — Frank J. Dunaing, 1011 Amerioan Bank Building. | LET'S NOT FORGET CHINA It is one of the most important struggles in history The Soviet Government has officially assured | Chinese Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek that the new Russian-Japanese alliance will not result in cur- tailment of aid to China in its war with Japan. | In any other age this would be an outstanding| example of cynicism and the worthlessness of treaties. | Within a week after signing a solemn accord with | Japan the Russians tell Japan's enemies that they | will continue to help them thwart Japan. But in| these days, when treaties are literally scraps of paper, the Soviet statement can be regarded as nor-| mal “hedging.” In fact, the assurance to China is probably worth no more than the Japanese alliance| which it contradicts. Even before the pact there were signs that Mos- cow was swinging away from its policy of helping China. The Chinese Red Army became fractious and went to the very brink of active revolt against v,hm Chungking Government. This must be particularly bitter to Chiang Kai-shek, who was forced to fight| Japan in the first place because of Communist in- sistence. The real basis of the Russian-Japanese pact may be a secret understanding between the two countries to force peace in China. Of the terms of such a possible peace, nothing can be said, except that in all probability China would be the victim. A settle-| ment of the Chinese war would release the Japan-, ese Army for other adventures. The military clique in Japan is known to be eager to redeem its prestige after the Chinese disaster.- They apparently despair of any real victory over Chungking. Japan, released | from the morass of the Chinese war, would be of immeasurably greater value to the Axis. It would be free to harass the outposts of the British Empire and thus divert troops and ships needed in Europe. Thus as the struggle of the Japanese to hold China drags on without apparent military change, the prospects of a break in the stalemate are becom- ing more important to the Western democracies. This is so not merely because of natural sympathy for a people seeking to defend itself against an in- vader, but also because Japan has been increasingly identified with the Axis Powers, and her program more and more but one facet of the larger struggle. Basic in the situation is not so much the present balance of forces as the factors working toward a shift In that balance. First there is Japan's depen- derice on imported raw materials and her growing vulnerability on this score as a result of the shutting off by the war of an increasing share of her foreign sources of supply. In China,the forces working against the maintenance of the stalemate seem even more significant. Free China has greater iron and coal resources (even if largely undeveloped) than Invaded China, and important supplies of other minerals. However backward existing Chinese tech- nology may be, the ferment of Western ideas and technique has permeated deeply. Free China, more- over, is underpopulated, and the 40 to 60 million refugees from Invaded China are helping not only to break down outlived traditions but to develop the | be of little aid to the Nazi war machine. opportunities latent in the region. The ‘consequence is that Free China can hope to increase its industrial plant even under conditions of military stalemate, and thus in time change one of the basic elements in the stalemate itself. It is in the interest of the United States and the democracies that we shall do all we can to upset the stalemate by tipping the balance in China’s favor. With Russian aid apparently no longer to be relied this country must take up the slack. The war in the Orient isn't a mere sideshow. on, —and one of the few of today that the cause of freedom appears to be winning. A New God on Olympus (Cleveland Plain Dealer) The gods who dwelt on Mount Olympus in days of old blessed the arms of Hellas and inspired its people in their mission of civilizing the Mediter- ranean, Now that sacred hill is in the possession of an enemy whose leader considers himself a god, the deity of a philosophy far more pagan, far more brutal than that of the ancients. His armed hordes are sweeping over the hills and down into the Thes- salian plains, driving before them the modern de- fenders of the age-old civilization founded by the THE DAILY ALASKA EM PIRE, THURSDAY, MAY | 6|7 8 1314|185 20(21|22 31 27|28|2936 HAPPY BIRTHDAY | o - e e P MAY 1 | Dr. G. F. Freeburger Robert J. Sommers Z. M. Bradford Mrs, George Bavard Mrs. Miles Godkins Mae Hansen ‘Wayne A. Young Bobbie Pasquan E. C. Shellworth Harold De Roux Hellenes. Defeat in the Balkans, however, must not be viewed as a mortal blow to the Allied cause or to the hopes of the small nations in that section of Europe. There is no denying that it is a major re- verse, and the failure of the Allies to reinforce the front, knowing full well what they had to face in Nazi panzer divisions, remains to be explained. But with conditions as they are, an effort to maintain the second front in Greece might entail the loss of Egypt and Suez. There would be danger that defeat. would confront the Allies in both thea- ters. As it is there is still hope of saving the more important front in defense of Suez. Hitler has gained little more than a strategic position in the Balkans. Its material resources will Not until he reaches Iraq, or Baku, will he obtain the oil he is seeking and both goals are far off militarily and politically. By no means will this conquest be all in his favor. He has taken two more discontented coun- tries under his “protection,” countries which are not | likely to accept it passively. He has further enslaved 'Il.aly which is now indebted to Germany more than ever for what gains have been made for it. Benito Africanus is now the serf of Zeus Adolphus. Hitler’s immediate success has in it the promise of future trouble. This new pagan deity is unloved both by his willing allies and those he has enslaved. The Weather Man Vindicated (Cincinnati Enquirer) That frequently maligned public servant, the weather man, has finally received an official word of commendation. The Commerce Department has announced that records prove the weather man right nine times out of ten. The report conceded, how- ever, that many people won't belipve this. The technical reason why people are misled into concluding the official meteorologist is inaccurate |is that his forecasts frequently are fulfilled in only a part of a given area. Another reason is that people do not understand the precise meaning of the terms he uses. ¢ When the observer forecasts “mostly fair today,” it still may shower on Aunt Gussie’s picnic, which makes Aunt Gussie quite indignant, but which does not invalidate the forecast. There are other per- sons who illogically associate the misfortunes which the weather visits upon them with the poor weather man himself, as though he not only should predict the weather, but actually should be held responsible for it. The Weather Bureau saves the nation hundreds “{of millions of dollars a year through data.provided to agriculture, industry, and commerce. As tech- niques improve, the savings will become even greater. But the weather man probably will not get a decent break from his exacting public until he's 100 per- cent right. The prize design’ for a mural in the new War Department Building depicts the horrors of war at each end of the painting with the virtues of peace in the central portion. It would be a more cheerful lesson if the artist made war an interval between periods of peace instead of the other way about. During the 19 months that the United States was in the World War, 50,510 American soldiers were killed. During the past 19 months, a .total of 50,010 persons were killed in automobile accidents in the United States. Ah, the safety of peace! “The time is past,” says a Nazi Foreign Office organ, “when unauthorized powers can concern them- selves in regions foreign to them.” Yes, yes, but has Adolf been told? Wathinglon Vienna anschluss. ‘Mlmster Edgar Prochnik after lhel Relations between landlord and Istearmnn amounts to 400 pounds] per 2,700-pound ship. Other types use considerably larger proportions Merry- Go-Round (Oondnued from Page Oue) fon would act speedily in authoriz- ing an increase in coal prices. This, of course, would permit the coal operators to pass the wage boost on to the public. Roosevelt was| friendly—but made no promises. He told Lewis he was sure the Bituminous Coal Division would act expeditiously, and referred him to Secretary Ickes, boss of the coal bureau. Then Lewis telephoned Ickes, who was equally p())il.e and equally unresponsive. Next day, Defense Price Reguhu tor Leon Henderson, after confer- ring with Ickes, issued an order freezing coal prices until the Di- vision had time to make a careful survey of the situation. And Ickes, several days later, announced that preliminary statistics indicated that improved mining methods had re- duced the average cost of produc- ing coal 18 cents a ton. This would hardly justify a price raise. DANISH MINISTER'S RENT In defying Hitler by signing the treaty placing Greenland under the United States, ter added insult to injury by agree ing to the plan while living on German territory. For the Danish Legatfon in Washington is located in the b\lflllld formerly occupied by the Ausstrian legation, and turned over to the Germans by the Danish Minis-| | tenant have been anything but cordial for some time. Danish Min- ister de Kauffmann has even broken off diplomatic relations with the German Embassy to the {extent of refusing to pay his rent direct to the Nazi representatives. | Instead he turns it over to the real estate firm which negotiated the needed most. lease for the property. | NOTE—Due to the acute short- Just what action will be taken'age in aluminum, the OPM Priori- | following the latest overt act 1s ties Division has sharply cut the not clear. The Germans may order amount usable by cash register de Kauffmann to move out of the manufacturers—which may mean house, as they did his next-door less profits for the duration. On neighbor, Czech Minister Vladimir the other hand, typewriter makers Hurban. Hurban refused to :om))ly‘were given a preferred status. and has been sustained by the State Department, but what assis- tance they may be able to render de Kauffmann, whose legation isac- sculptor, once did what he de- tual German property, remains to scribed as a “colossal bust of be seen. | John D. Rockefeller,” which adorns of aluminum. The ultimate goal of the plan is to eliminate aluminum in secon- dary and advanced trainers, as well as basic and primary. This would allow all available supplies of the metal to be channeled into actual combat planes, where it is PAN-AMERICAN BUSTS Jo Davidson, famous American HOROSCOPE “The stars incline but do not compel” || — % FRIDAY, MAY 2 Benefic aspects rule strongly to- day, which may be marked by im-| portant conferences and decisions. 1t is fortunate for those who con-| centrate on an imperative line of action. Heart and Home: Women today are subject to influences of rave| good fortune. They should be clear | ‘of vision and definite in purpose.| The horoscope seems ‘%o promise much to those who contribute to| the artistic enjoyments of life.| Actresses and musicians should | benefit. Women who work come under a promising guidance which presages promotion and develop-| ment of efficiency. There is a sign| indicating the wearing of uniforms in service of the nation. Romance is under a sway that foreshadows many love affairs. Girls should cul-‘ tivate constancy. | Business Affairs: Although there will be prophecies of economic wm~ fare waged by the Axis powers, | prosperity will continue for many months in the United States, the| seers forecast. Trade with the South | American republics will increase, despite fifth column efforts. Today | the stars are read as presaging co- | operation between capital and la- bor and better conditions among the unions. Jealousy among lead- ers of opposing organizations will increase. A former unien official in a Government position will be-| come unpopular. National Issues: Bitter crmclsm\ of the foreign policies of the Unit-| ed States will assume serious phas- es. Members of the xnt.eulgem.sin} involuntarily will become allies of misrepresent the Administration st Washington with the most unex- the thwarting of certain Govern- ment plans for quick relief of Great Britain. This month is to. bring su- preme problems for world democ- racies and even temporary revers- es, it is foretold. International Affairs: in 1940 and that of February 15, 1941, were of utmost significance since they carried indication of the ending of war. Astrojogers fore- tell extension of the world conflict, however, for many months. The war, read as Plutonian—which means world evolution along new lines—is to make 1941 a year of terrible tragedy. The rise of Rus- sia to further power in Europe is new Russia will have evolved. This prophecy includes the death of Stalin and other great changes in the Soviet government. | Persons whose birthdate it is| have the augury of a year of ad-| vancement and good fortune, but they should avoid extravagance. There may be a tendency toward impulsive action which will be un- lucky. Children born on this day may tremely talented. They should be wisely and carefully educated. (Copyright, 1941) leaving this week, but he will not stop first at Venezuela, as planned. Elections in Venezuela are held this month, and as of today Davidson wouldn't know what man to sculp. MERRY-GO-ROUND The State Department is investi- gating complaints that !States, Inc.” is sending funds di- o | the Standard Oil Buflding in New WOODEN TRAINERS | York. Today, John D.'s grandson, The OPM may claim that since Nelson Rockefeller, has conceived aluminum was put on the priority the idea of sending Jo Davidson list the supply problem in this vnalf around the hemisphere to do busts metal is well in hand, but Army of all the Latin American presi- Air Corps heads are taking mno dents. | chances. They are quietly consid-| He has already done a bust of ering a plan to change the specifi- | the President of the United States cations for basic and primary train-| —not to mention General John J. ing planes from aluminum towood Pershing, Robert M. LaFollette, and and fabric. Benito Mussolini—but his new com- The use of wood and fabric in| mission means he will do 20 presi- construction of planes is as old s dents before he gets home again. aviation itself, and still is com- Two copies will be made, one to mon in private plane manu!acw‘remnln in the Latin American ture., If the plan is put into ef- country, the other to be brought fect, it will mean a big saving in to \the: Pah’ American Union in|mi aluminum. The minimum amount!Washington. ** rect to the Italian Government. Ac- cording to its last report to the State Department, is collected $82,- 236, of which $69,045 was “spent for [relief in Italy” . .. Newsmen cov- |ering the Treasury presented Sec- retary Henry Morgenthau with a new 25-cent piece on his 25th (sil- ver) wedding anniversary . . Rapid has been the rise of Jo‘m | McClintock in the field of Latin American relations. He is now right - hand - man to Coordinator Nelson Rockefeller . Yugoslav Minister Constantin Fotitch had a Paris restaurant name one of its hm dishes after him: . . . The 0st penmanlike signature in the used in a light trainer built by| NOI'E —«.Bculptor‘ Davyidson is | Cabinét is” that. of- Frank XKnox, Secxeury of Navy, fifth columnists. Propaganda will] pected results. Statesmen of vision | will suffer disappointment through | The two| conjunctions of Jupiter and Saturn | | foretold for 1942 and 143 when a, be highstrung and nervous, but ex-| “Italian| World War Veterans in the United | 20 YEARS AGO 7% emeire MAY 1, 1821 Herbert Hoover, Chairman of the Eurcpean Relief Council, wrote a | letter to Gov. Thomas Riggs thanking him for his fine work with the Chldren’s Relief Fund. Gov. Riggs was Chairman for Alaska. ' by, Inaugurating the opening of the active producing season, the Juneau Lumber Mills started the planers at the plant and plans were made to start the big head saw, according to Roy Rutherford, local manager. Returning on the Princess Mary from a business trip to the States, Charles Goldstein, proprietor of Goldstein’s Emporium, stated that Alaska looked better to him than anything in the States. Mrs. R. C. Tenney of Thane was a passenger for the south on the Princess Alice. Mrs. A. T. Russell, accompanied by her little daughter, left on the Princess Alice for a visit with relatives at Victoria. Mrs. R. H. Beistline was a passenger on the Princess Alice enroute to Ironwood, Michigan, to visit relatives. H. L. Simonds, Superintendent of the Hoonah Packing Company, left on the Princess Alice for the south, having been on an inspection trip to the company’s canneries in this section. Capt. C. S. Ward, Disbursing Officer of the Alaska Road Commission, left on the Princess Alice on a business trip to Seattle. F. A. Rapp and John G. Brady, employed by the Alaska Pulp and Paper Company at Speel River, were in the city on a visit. Weather: Highest, 56; lowest, 47; cloudy. Daily Lessons in English %/ 1. corbon s ———— WORDS OFTEN MISUSED: Do not say, “If it is agreeable with you.” Say, “If it is agreeable TO you.” OFTEN MISPRONOUNCED: Consume. Pronounce the U as in CUBE, not as OO in ROOM, accent last syllable. OFTEN MISSPELLED:Mammoth; three M'’s. SYNONYMS: Revelation, apocalypse, disclosure, manifestation. WORD STUDY: “Use a word three times and it is yours’ Let us increase our vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Today’s word: INVETERATE; deep-rooted. “The hatred of those who are most nearly | connected is the most inveterate.”—Tacitus. | MODERN ETIQUETTE *” popgrra e i e - - - - 0 -0 i Q. If a friend calls on the telephone while you are eating dinner, is it rude to tell this friend that you are having dinner? A. No. B Q. What fee should be given to the clergyman who officiates at a christening? A. The fee for a christening, whether at home or neither obligatory nor is there any specific amount Q. What are the usual hours for a morning musicale to begin, and an afternoon musicale? A. 11 A. M. and 4 P. M. might be called the customary hours. lOOK and I.EARNA C. GORDON e - S < e s e On what day of the week was Abraham Lincoln nssa.sslnated? What animal runs the fastest? In what famous novel is Sidney Carton a character? What is the capital of Alabama? at church, is unasked advice? ANSWERS: On Good Friday, April 14, 1865, The cheetah, or hunting leopard, of India. “A Tale of Two Cities,” by Dickens. Montgomery. Kibitzer. DAIRYMEN BEAT NOTICE The Martha Society will meet | tomorrow in the parlors of the | Northern Light Presbyterian i 1: Church. At 30 pm. a dessert BERLIN, May 1—Germans can | ynch will pe served. A good at- have whipped cream again but not | tendance is desired. as there" is quite the pre-war kind. business to be discussed. An ersatz product has been put | 4 __.._,.’_._. on the market almost equal in tastg | |to the real thing. Made in the| WHY SUFFER with your feet? Netherlands, its ingredients do not | Phone 648. Chiropodist Dr. Steves. fall under war-time rationing laws. | (adv.) British Envoy Addresses DAR | What is one called who takes no part in a card game and gives 3 Directory Professional Fraternal Societies Gastineau Channel Drs. Kaser and Freeburger Dr. A. W. Stewart DENTIST 20TH CENTURY BUILDING Glfice Phone 469 MOUNT JUNEAU LODGE NO. 147 Second and fourth Monday of each month in Scottish Rite Temple beginning at 7:30 p. m. ‘ VERGNE L. HOKE, Worshipful Master; JAMES W. LEIVERS, Secretary. Juneau’s Own Store | Dr. Judson Whittier CHIROPRACTUR Drugless Office h:m;r! 10-12; 1-5, 7-9 Rooms 2-3-4, le 'l'fluu Bldg. Dr. John H. Geyer Room PHONE 163 " Hours: 8 am. to 6 pm. . ROBERT SIMPSON, OPT. D. Graduate Los Angeles Coll~ge of Optometry and Glasses Pitted Lenses Ground L — Helene W. Albrecht PHYSICAL THERAPEUTICS Phone 773 Valentine Building—Room 7 The Charles W. 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