The Key West Citizen Newspaper, August 28, 1947, Page 4

ee ee os * este tom r se vere. oe . their e. = What It Means Tae ie PUERTO RICO’S RIGHT TO ELECT A GOVERNOR By LESLIE HIGHLEY ASHINGTON.—Puerto Rico, largest and oldest U. S. po _ session, will elect its own time since Juan Ponce de Leon, the first chief executive, settled the island some 440 years ago. Puerto Ricans are given this privilege—a ‘territorial government—under an act signed man, Aug. 5. The island came under the American flag in 1898 after four centuries of Spanish rule as a result of the Spanish-American | War. The Treaty of Paris authorized Congress to organize a civil gov- ernment for Puerto Rico. Two years after the island was occu- pied Congress passed the first or- ganie act, which takes the place of a state constitution. President Retained Power Under this act Puerto Ricans could elect a House of Dele- gates. The Executive Councii— | equivalent to the Senate—was appointed by the island govern- or, designated by the President of the United States. This syetem lasted until 1917, when Congress passed a new or- ganie act. The new law granted Puerto Ricans self-government in their legislative branch—both also were granted U. S. citizen- ship collectively. But the President continued -to appoint the governor, the attor- ney general, the commisioner of education, the auditor and the justices of thes upreme court. Under the new law the Presi- dent will continue to appoint the auditor and the justices of the supreme court. The governor, elected by the people, will appoint the attorney | general and the commissioner of education with the ‘advice and consent’ of the exgcutive coun- | ell. The first governor will be elec- ted in November, 1948, and will take his oath of office early in 1949. After signing the elective gov- ernor bill, President Truman said that this legislation “is a great step toward complete _ self-gov- ernment.” First Native Governor President Truman signed the elective governor bill a year and 10 days after he gave Puerto Ri- co its first native governor—J. %. Pinero, who succeeded Rex- ford’ G. Tugwell. Pinero, who had _ been ‘the island’s resident commissioner in Washington, pledged himself in his inaugural speech to be the last governor appointed by the President. devoted much of his efforts in the short time he has been gov- ernor. Puerto Rico’s political leader- ship is agreed that the new re- form will not solve the island’s social and economic problems. Some leaders have been oposed to the measure on the ground | that “it is only a slice of bread -. when Puerto Rico has been ask- ing for a loaf.” Independence or Statehood This is because the island has requested the President and Con- gress to authorize a_ plebiscite through which Puerto Ricans can chose by themselves whether they are going to become a state of the union or an independent republic. The. present resident commis- sidner,in Washington, Dr. A. Fer; nos-Isern,. who: steered the ‘elec- tive governor bill through Con- gress, believes that under the -. new act Puerto Rico will have an - Fisherman’s Wharf, hauling -.-« Read the Classified Ads in The opportunity to “further prove its ability for self-government.” Sablefish Hauled In By Washtubful ’ MONTEREY, Calif.—(AP).—The first run of sablefish that ever happened here, has been going on since July 11. Men, women stand shoulder and children shoulder on in they can to sablefish as_ fast handle their lines. Boxes, sacks, 5-gallon cans and washtubs fill up with fish 12 to 2@ inches long. More than 100 tons have been taken, estimates the state patrol. Although slack periods occur, the fish come back, seemingly in greater numbers than before. as A fish chowder is always wel- come. It can be made from sea bass, whitefish, cod or haddock. It may be New England style chowder with onions, potatoes and milk in it, or one using to- matoes and a wide assortment of vegetables. With the addition of a salad and a hearty dessert, one could not ask for a more whole- some meal. Citizen. ‘senate’ and house. They | To this end he has | Tas KY West CrriZun «ees ream ese * ee i | UNCOMFORTABLE WINSTON-SALEM, WN, C.—-Miss Wayne Ferguson, bookstore clerk, yawned on June 28 and couldn't close her mouth for hours, When lit finally snapped shut she could | not open it more than a quarter of an inch. Since then she’s been examined by 15 physicians and has tried numerous remedies, .in- s- ‘cluding head harness, with no results. ee governor next year for the first The word “Easter” is believed ee to have been derived from the ecedent in U. S. Anglo-Saxon name Eostre, god- . y President Tru-'dess of spring. ¥ j:ASRSRBRRRRRRRBBBRBReRITB Bees CLASSIFIED ADS i Information for the Advertisers | RATES FOR REGULAR and PAYMENT BLACKFACE TYPE Payment for classified advertise- : ments is invariably in advance, but regular advertisers with ledger ac- counts may have heir advertise- ‘ments charged. PUBLICATION DEADLINE To insure publication, copy must be in The Citizen office before 11. o’clock in the morning on the day of publication. |; Advertisements under this head ‘will, be inserted in The Citizen at the rate of 2c a word for each in- sertion, but the minimum charge for the first 15 words or less is 30¢c. The rate for blackface type is 3c a i word, and the minimum charge for |the first 15 words és 45c. | All advertising is accepted under the following conditions: In the }event of error in advertising, transient or contract, The ‘itizen will be | responsible only for the first insertion in Classified Advestising, and in | Display Advertising for only the actual amount of space occupied by the part of the advertisement where the error occurs. Pe eh Althea d tele ietiehel ieliahte HELP WANTED FOR SALE ‘Waitress. Apply after 1 p.m./Servi-Cycle, $75.00. 514 Vir- | Ponce’s .Barbecue. aug26-3tx; ginia. aug26-3tx } HELP WANTED—FEMALE One Ramsey-built boat, 15 ft. by. 4 ft. 8 ins. One outboard motor, If you want work but cannot give} used once. One boat trailer, : full time, we have just the thing new. J. D. Bearup, rear 514 | you need. Pleasant. Write] Margaret St. aug25-6tx ' street address to Box 625, Key West Citizen. aug25-4t 1942 Oldsmobile hydromatic drive, new paint, seat covers and in- terior, new tires, radio, heater, and good engine. Car in good shape. 1500 Seminary St. Call 841-J. Price, $1,325.00. ‘Mothers needing school e Easy, pleasant, profitable work ; at your own convenience. Write qualifications and _ street | dress to Avon District Manager, aug27-3tx Avon Products, Inc., 625 Avon- | dale Rd., W. Palm Beach, Fla.|Jewfish at Demeritt Bros. Fish Market, corner Elizabeth and Greene Sts., Phone 44. aug27-3tx i aug25-4tx INSTRUCTOR WANTED ‘Teacher for small group of ele-;Trailer and porch, $200.00. 611 mentary grade youngsters.} Division, Phone 1513-J. Permanent. Phone 9292, Mrs. aug27-2tx Weaver. aug26-3t Restaurant and bar supplies, mis- cellaneous non-perishable food at reasonable prices. Contact Rene Armengol at 908 Packer Street. aug28-3tx PERSONAL SERVICE If you need courteous and effi- cient plumbing service, call A. G. Roberts, 853. Licensed mas- aug9-19t { For any kind of properties in Key West, be it home or business, |For guaranteed plumbing work | contact Paul Boysen, 626 Flem- | 1 | i | REAL ESTATE FOR SALE ter plumber. MISCELLANEOUS ; and repairs, call John Curry,' ing Street. Phone pico 12t | 512 Margaret Street, Phone 781.! aagee see Give us a try on your next job. | Free estimates. augl-1mo} PERSONAL Vacuum cleaners and washing Jennie: Please come home to : Rei | Mac. Schuyler and Muggsey. ca” ee aug18-16tx ° FOR RENT machines Telephone 1164-M. Special Grand Opening Coupon: only for the new Evans-Pilk- | : y ington Studio may be purchased Furnished 2%-room utility apart- at the Evans Camera Store, 509 | ment. All utilities furnished. Southard St., or at the Evans- | Sea Isle Apts. 915 Windsor Lane. jly21-tf Pilkington Studio, 515 Fleming } St. Purchase them now as they |, . : ; Will not be available when new Sa oe va |! Studio opens. Your chance to: liad ; Pply 326 3t own a $15.00 11 x 14 gold-tone | st salitlbase portrait for $2.95. auge2-tf | murnished house, suitable for couple. No pets. Apply Brady’s Motors repaired and rewound. ! Poultry Market. aug27-4t Specials on fans and auto gen- | erators. C. & W. Electric Shop, | Phone 1341, 832 Duval St. aug25-6tx Store at 1020 Fleming street for - rent or lease. Will remodel to 5 | | F you can use a S-room house, | suit tenant. Apply Archer’s Grocery. aug28-3t it’s yours absolutely FREE. : : ; . Must be removed to your lo- Furnished apartinent. Apply 628 cation.:Apply 409 Eaton street,: paper or rel 623-M. “downstairs. me lk tawg28-3tx * aug28-5t j me: ROOMS FOR RENT WANTED TO BUY 2 rooms vacant, one single, one double. Permanent low rental. Silver Palm, corner Eaton and Wanted To Buy—Concertina, No. 1. Havana Street, Phone 642-M. aug26-3tx | izabeth Sts. aug26-4tx FOR SALE WANTED TO RENT {Plumbing supplies, complete! Unfurnished apartment or house. { stock, Plastic tile, paints and| brushes. Robert Leonard Co., 1532 N.W. 62nd Street, Miami, Fla. Phone 717-3421. aug1-tf Call 1077-M. aug16-tf '2 or 3-bedroom furnished house or apartment by permanent business people. Phone 585. aug20-tf Singer and other type, sewing ! machine, sold, repaired and re- built. Treadle machines elec- trified. Highest prices paid for old machines. Phone 1393,| 706142 Duval Street. augl4-15t |Furnished apartment or small house, family with three chil. dren. Not too far from elemen- tary school. Willing to pay year in advance. Also post bond for reasonable wear and tear. Contact Jon Blummer, Automatic Duro electric water pump and two galvanized pres- FOUND sure tanks. Price cheap. In-! Qe View quire 1119 Von Phister St. | Mane aug 18-tf : nn |One Corona typewriter at — Old Craig’s. Service Store. Will | sell for $15.00. aug26-5tx ! 4-ft. Coldspot refrigerator in good condition. Apply 1020 Grinnell aug28-1tx Found—Male black cocker spaniel, wearing leather collar. Owner, call elas- sified advertising mana- |2 lots with houses, 1 lot size 52 x | 96 feet deep, 1 lot size 46 x 51 | feet deep. 823 Virginia Street, line Street. aug28-3tx ; Phone 1389-R. aug29-3tx ger. 4 double beds, innerspring mat- a tresses, excellent condition. Call ‘tee . —_—— between 6 and 7 p.m. 613 Caro- ee