The Daily Alaska empire Newspaper, November 24, 1945, Page 8

PAGE EIGHT PIONEER FUND DRIVE STARTS New Foolihg |For Juneau Lobbyists henceforti be right pleasant; at least NEXT MONDAY Dave GTOSS WI" Begin SO' Innkeeper Clarence Wise is having liciting Christmas Cheer | instetied an entirely for Oldtimers at Home phalt tile is Vic Power, setting squares Dave Gross is going to begin his ing. annual Solicitation for the Pioneer Christmas fund next Monday and he expects to call on every merchant citizen: general, . ’ Alcoholism Study The Christmas Cl itiated by Gross ye: been growing in the size MONTGOMERY ‘Ala The butions annually. state of Alabama has embarked up- ss says the reason for his on a scientific study of alcoholism’s drive is “to give the boys at the causes and possible cures. ; The 1945 legislature appropriated $5,000 for the study, which will in- Pioneers’ Home in Sitka a little spending money of their very own. clude an educational campaign to acquaint the public with “the fact It is true the boys are housed, fed and given excellent care, but a little 3 that an alcoholic is a sick person.” The board consists of seven mem- of their own in their pac- them personal pride and bers,” two appointed by the govern- or and five ex-officials. The ex-offi- cushiony a Contractor in the who was hard at work of tile this morn- int fund was in- ago and has of contri- Keeping ones feet on the floor will' alled an entirely new floor :op-‘ )v)b’ 'TOM STEWART IS T0 LEAD SKIERS FOR NEW SEASON 'Ski Club Eleds thcers an Votes Purchase of Bigger Ski Tow Tom Stewart, ex-Ski Trooper, took {over last night as president of the Juneau Ski Club for the coming sea- son following unanimous election by | ia very representative attendance of| old club members and new skiers at the City Hall meeting l Stewart’s name was the only one| |cubmitted by the nominiating cnm- mittee for the prexy post, a was that of Bill Hixson—last year's president —for the vice-president’s chair. Naming of a secretary-treasurer and committees was left up to the new president. Retiring treasurer Joe Werner reported a cash balance of $387 to turn over to the club for the new season. Following his slection, Stewart outlined prospects for the club this { ,ence of several | whom | Fluck, Arthur Br THE DAILY ALASKA l;MPIRE—JUNEAU ALASKA Banlmld explained the club’s con- stitution and by-laws and declaxvd he weakness could be overcome establishing a upon older members for work and by voting the retiring president each year in as prcsidem for the new year. Evidence of considerable skiing mtcresl was remarked in the pres- of them, most their intention to New skiers at last included: Mildred ndel, Jane Brant, Claribel Rakestraw, Idalaine Bo- back, Helen Lynch, Alvin Lynch, Phyllis Grant and Betty Harvard - HOSPITAL NOTES St committee of expressed jein the club. night's session Admitted to yesterday were: Ann’s Hospital Theodore Smith, Carl B. Jones, Jack Bell and Mis Daisy Johnson. Mrs. Hazel Kruse was discharged during the day. - - - HOONAH VISITOR Clarence J. Campbell, resident, is a guest at | Juneau. Hoonah the Hotel - CARD OF THANKS vice- | ’MAJOR WILLEY 1S practice of (‘amnu ‘ GIVEN MEDAL;WILL RETURNTO JUNEAU ARMY HEADQUARTERS, MID- PAC, FT. SHAFTER, T. H. — A favorite son of the Northwest has recently been the recipient of Army honors for his contribution to the service Major George L. Willey, of Ju- neau, Alaska, was awarded the Bronze Star Medal by Lt. Gen. Robert C. Richardson, Jr., com- manding Army forces, Middle Pa- cific, for his work as officer in charge of the Unit Correspondent’s Branch, Public Relations office, MIDPAC. Major Willey's citation read in part: “Major Willey ably directed the writing, rewriting and distribu- tion of tens of thousands of news articles which appeared in home town newspapers throughout the United States and its territories. Through his efficient and expedi- tious manner in processing this tremendous volume of news, he dis- ment Headguarters at Fort Rich- ardson. Still wearing the gold wheel of the Transportation Corps, he went to Bostcn, Mass., as Zone Opera- tions Officer at the Boston Port of Embarkation Overseas duty brought him to Hawaii, where he served as Opera- tions Officer at Army Port and Service Command Headquarters at Sand Island, Oahu. In New Position Then, like a few other lucky ones in the Army, he returned in October, 1944, to the equivalent of his civilian job at the Public Rela- tions Office, Headquarters, Army Forces, Middle Pacific. Here he was placed in charge of the Unit Correspondents’ Branch, where his outstanding work earned him the Bronze Star Medal. Major Willey, as Mr. George L. Willey, civilian, worked on news- papers throughout the Pacific Northwest for several years, and in particular was he associated with the Daily Alaska Empire, in Ju- neau, Alaska, as advertising man- ager. Boxing Career He will also be well remembered for his extensive boxing experience SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1945 Army becomes an acwmplmhed fact, he will spend some time in! Seattle with his sister, Mrs. R. M. | Bialkowsky, 5413 55th Ave. South, and with his mother, Mrs. Bertha M. Willey, in White Salmon, Wash., before returning to Juneau. - HERE FROM STATES Among arrivals from the States registered at the Baranof are: Merrill C. Swenson, Naples, Minn.; !D. D. Neilson and L. D. Louder- bach, Seattle; Mrs. Lenora Graves, Manhattan, Kas.; Mr. and Mrs. John Davids, Denver, Colo, and Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Desmarais, Wayzota, Minn. B EASTERN STARS Regular meeting Tuesday, Nov. 27, 1945. Balloting and initiation. By order of the W. M. HELEN WEBSTER, (10,124-t2) Secretary - DRINK KING boLACK LABEL! 15T LT, LOREN DEMERS T0 BE DISCHARGED ON DEC. 15; HAS MEDAL First Lt. Loren A. Demers of Ju- neau, son of Mr. A. J. Demers, was recently placed in the inactive status at the Camp Beale, Calif., separation center after three years in active service, according to advices receiv- ed by The Empire. First Lieut. Demers went overseas on Sept. 16, 1944 and was attached to the 43d Bomb Group, and the 380th Bomb Group as a pilot of a B-24. He was awarded the Air Medal with two clusters. His discharge will be effective on Dec..15, with a total of 102 points. e SON OF NORWAY Regular meeting tonight at eight ” in the Odd Fellows Hall. Nomina- tion of Officers. (10,124-t1 year and gave a brief talk on his ki-trooper experiences. President In behalf of our friend and Stewart, one of the few certified ski associate, Lloyd V. Winter, and his instructors in the Pacific Northwest surviving relatives, we wish to ex- before the war, taught skiing for press our heart-felt thanks to his three years in the Army. He ex- many friends, and to his Fraternal pressed his desire to concentrate on Organizations, who so graciously sound skiing instruction for Juneau vyisited him during his long stay in skiers this winter. He also disclosed the hospital and also provided such that Dean Williams, former club jovely floral tributes for his funeral. president and qualified ski instrud-' we also wish to express thanks tor, will be back in Juneau to assist gndq appreciation in behalf of in putting on a good program of ski «Kinda-a” to his Native Brothers instructon. for their participation as Honorary Procurement and installation of a pgjipearers at his last rites. newer, larger ski tow was brought Francis J. Harrison, | before the club by in-and-out presi- Freda Romanoff, dents Stewart and Hixson. Stewart Rena and J. W. Leivers. stated that, on a recent trip to the (10,125-t1) Westward, he had located a satisfac- tory ski tow at Seward, which had been declared Army surplus. Recent cost estimates indicate an outlay of approximately $250 will be requir- ed to obtain the nearly new Dodge automobile engine and power take- ofi unit. Discussicn regarding probable cost lof ins allation pointed to a likely eventual investment running to as high as $800. It was the opinion of club members present that the tow can be financed and operated uccessfully by the elub. A vote car- ried to open negotiations for the sur- plus Army tow, giving the president authority to obligate the club. John Brillhart and Larry Zach, in (hlng“ of the Douglas Ski Area S. Forest Service, were last evening’s meeting mulm:d Forest Service policy for the coming year in regard to the area. It was stated, that in view of limited funds, no wood could be furnished at the Upper Ski Cabin on the Forest Service this winter. However, immediate effort will be made by the service to complete win- ter maintenance at the Upper Cabin and at the Slalom area. Forester Zach said flooring for the Second Cabin would be purchased and in- stalled by the Forest Service, if skiers would carry the lumber to the Slalom Course. Also, a make- shift rescue toboggan will be con- structed to replace the unit stolen from the Slalom area this summer. Weaknesses of the Juneau Ski Club’s organizational setup were brought to light by the retiring president, who pointed out that of- ten a full coterie of new officials take office without previous back- ground experience and will get very little ccoperation from old-time members who have had experience with the kklmg program Norman | in Washington, Oregon and Cali- enjoyment. That is why I am con- cio members include the state health fornia. He boxed with the Uni- ducting this most worthy cam- the superintendent th paign. The boys are of the pioneer played a keen appreciation of the mental hospitals and psy- morale-building factor of keeping 4 the nation’s fighting men in the VErSIt¥ of Washington team for two foreground by disseminating news| YeArs, and with the Multnomah to the American press.” Club in Portland. During five years with the club, he won the Pacific Coast title once, and the Pacific Northwest title three years in ! succession. For another three years, he held the Far Western Cham- pionshjp title in’ the lightweight division. In 1932, he placed third at the Pre-Olympic team trials in San Francisco. Major Willey's aunt, Mrs. R. J Ennis, lives at 5823 63rd Street S. E. Portland, Ore. As soon as lmprndmg discharge rxom the sort who started big doings in Alaska of and appreciation should be shown for their efforts.” U. 8. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, WEATHER BURE JUNEAU, ALASKA WEATHER BULLETIN DATA FOR 24 HOURS ENDED AT 4:30 A. M., 12TH MERIDIAN TIME Max. temp. TODAY last | Lowest 4:30 a.m. 24 hrs 24 hrs.* temp. temp. Precip 19 14 15 04 2 12 8 T. 37 25 32 31 2 10 0 16 16 0 19 0 ¥ 4 19 33 12 29 42 12 26 38 01 34 16 10 Joined Army In Jumeau Major Willey’'s Army career began in September, 1941, when he joined the 279th Infantry in Juneau, Alaska, at Chilkoot Barracks. There he served a year as Post Ordnance Officer, Finance Officer, and Post Engineer. He again functioned as Post Engineer at Whittier, Alaska, and wound up his tour of duty in the Northwest with the Transporta- tion Co 'ps, in the Alaska Depmt- Schilling Chili Powder just right for all chili dishes Weather at 4:30am. Cloudy Pt. Cloudy Cloudy Pt. Cloudy Fog Snow Snow Rain Rain Rain Clear Cloudy Clear Pt. Cloudy Cloudy Rain Station Anchorage Bethel Cordova Dawson Edmonton Fairbanks Haines Juneau Juneau Airport Ketchikan Kotzebue McGrath Nome Northway Petersburg Portland Prince George Prince Rupert San Francisco Seattle Sitka Whitehorse Yakutat —(4:30 a. m. yesterday to 4:30 a. m. teday) WEATHER SYNOPSIS: A deep low pressure area is located about 600 miles south of Cordova is expected to move slowly northward into the Gulf of Alaska. Strong to gale winds are reported along the coast from the Puget Sound area to Middleton Island. Rain has fallen along the coast from northern California to the coast of the Guif of Alaska and snow or rain was recorded at most stations from the coast of the Gulf of Alaska northward to the middle and upper Yukon Valley and the upper Kuskokwim Valley. Temperatures from 40 to 50 degrees are reported along the entire coast from Middleton Island to California and temperatures are above normal over all of Alaska and western Canada with the lowest temperature of minus 10 degrees reported at Dawson 31 Pt. Cloudy Cloudy Rain Cloudy Cloudy 12 Rain MARINE WEATHER BULLETIN Reports from Marine Stations at 10:30 A. M. Today WIND Height of Waves Dir.and Vel. (Sea Condition) E 44 ENE 28 N 12 NNE 13 ESE 10 Station Weather Cape Decision Cape Spencer Fldred Rock Five Finger Light Guard Island Lincoln Rock Cloudy ESE 15 Point Retreat ..Cloudy N 18 1 foot MARINE FORECAST FOR SOUTHEAST ALASKA: Lynn Canal— northerly winds 15 to 20 miles per hour. Protected waters south of Lynn Canal to Sumner Strait and along coast Yakutat to Sitka—easterly or southeasterly winds 20 to 30 miles per hour. Protected waters south of Sumner Strait and along coast Sitka to Dixon Entrance—easterly to southeasterly winds 35 to 40 miles per hour this morning veering to southerly and to 30 miles per hour this afternoon. Rain over entire area. Temp. 4 feet 1 foot Cloud&' OUR STOCK IS COMPLETE Christmas Is 25 Shopping DAYS AWAY We suggest you visit. .. Cnur lene 317 (Formerly Harri Machine Shop Gift Department) Our Delivery Schedule Now that the war is over and winter is coming on we will have three deliveries each day. Call the Case Lot Grocery and fake advantage of our prompt courteous delivery service. DO YOUR SHOPPING BY TELEPHONE ON THESE WIN- TER DAYS JUNEAU DELIVERIES 10A.M.—2P.M.—4P.M. DOUGLAS DELIVERY 10 A. M. THANE DELIVERY 2 P. M. Tuesday ' and Friday Boat Orders Delivered Any Time! CASE PHONE 704