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The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

theory that Piller is a man who gives an ounce of Charity and a Phil anthropist is a man who gives a ton of Advice.
 A man is Liar when he is praising the other fellow. But it is different when he is praising you
 4 fall doesn't jar a girl much if she knows that she is well-built and is wearing her best stockings.
 Every man has a sore spot. And if you'll let him talk, he is sure to talk about it.
 A man may be so absent minded that he forgets to remember the poor. But he never forgetS to remember himself.
 The logic of the Prohibitionst is be- yond understanding. If man dons a uniform to fight for his country, he is denied the right to take a drink. But ii he is a stacker he can drink all he rleases.
 It may sound paradoxical. But your idea of an unhappy woman would be one who was too happy to talk
 Any man can get q reputa ton as a Sage if he will follow this advice: When in doubt keep your mouth closed"
 If man doesn't run into anything else when he gets an automobile he is liable to run into debt.
 Many a girl has listened to honeyed words only to find out later on that she has been stung.
 The good deeds of some could be carved or point of a needle and then leave a lot of blank space.
 brave man doesn't mind meeting perils face to face But he'll draw the line on meeting a mule back to back
 It ofter happens that the woman who is a chronic bargain hunter has hus-
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
BISHOP ROWE'S ANNUAL VISIT

The Right Rev P. T. Rowe, Episcopal Bishop of Alaska who is making his the annual tour of his diocese. will remain in Juneau until next Sat urday, when he will leave for Skagway. From there he Will make the trip down the Yukon river, visiting all river points, the Panama. the Koyuluk, Iditarod Nome and other Boring Sea points, and then along west coast, spending time at Anchorage Seward Valdez Cordova and other points, Later in the year he will return to Juneau and thence leave for the South and East
 No man in Alaska is known of more people and none is more welcome to mining camp and metropolis the boats and trails He will be given his regu- lation warm welcome matter where he goes nor whom he
 Bishop Rowe is one of the big who have been connected with the development of Alaska Ear. nest in his work yet with saving grace of humor, an enthusiastic hard) church but so broadly tolerant that he is known humanist than sectaran devoted laborer in the spiritual world but practical in his experience and concep- tion work be done here that he has conribut ed Influence that has done wonders for the material development of the Territory, Bishop Rowe has been
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
HOW YOU CAN HELP WIN THE WAR By the Division of Intelligence Publicity Columbia University
 New York City
THE MEN WHO CAN TALK

advisability of letting children out of school so they may work on the farms. Does he suppose the farm CTS really want city children under fourteen years of age? What is the truth of the matter?
 Get Fisher, who. always has held that the government should go slow in dealing with individuals, into a discussion of government ownership of intuition plants. Try, for the sake of argument, to convince him. Point out the success of England's $500 controlled" and 75 government-owned plants. If he remains unconvinced, stop off at the public library and get facts.
 Do your best to keep public opin- ion active That is the job of a good talker Argue hard, and be sure you have the facts. Remember that ships, money, and food are to be our biggest contribution to the war think about them, talk about them, write to the papers about them.
 Try it tomorrow. Say, Jim, have you heard about the new canning process? Say Bill, what are we going to do with our child labor legislation, 1, Say, Henry, you ought to see Milly's visiting nurses aid certificate-she' :; going to be a great help when hard times come" And other tunes to the same motif.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
ELIMINATING THE FREAKS
Seward Gateway


 When the Engineering Commission, completes the renovation of the Alaska Northern all of the freaks which once made the line road of wonders, from constructors standpoint, will be but dream of other days.
 The overhanging rocks at Mile 52 went into Placer river in cloud of dust Sunday, the remarkable line of trestles by which the old road climbed the 625foot summit at Mile 12 is fast being eliminated. and the curved bridge Snow river with it's heavy grade, together with the circular trestle Mile 49 to go the
 Treated under the methods of standard construc- tion the road across Kenai peninsula presents few of the terrors to traffic which it's defamers have spread far and wide. Two per cent. grades all that have been found and not at that
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
JUST AN INCIDENT

The remoeness of Yakutat is such that last fall election supplies got there in time for the electors to participate in the election If it had been less inaccessible there would have been eleven votes by the and women who live there according to the information that received at Democratic headquarters in Juneau. One easily imagine that a community of such size and remote could not be thoroughly in touch with the things that going in the Territory. Yet the circumstance that all or a portion of the eleven of this community adopted a resolution advocating the reappointment of Gov. Strong made the occasion for full doubleoolumn editorial the little Wickersham Dispatch in which it was contended that the rank and file of Alaska Demo for Gov. Strongs continuation in office There is need for comment. By the the chair of the Yakutat meeting Republican-a fine citizen and capable, truly, but a Democrat
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

The in Europe is delaying the development of gold mines but should facilitate the develop. ment of the fisheries. High prices for everything low price for gold, but high prices for food stuffs fine market big profit for fish. Alaska may have another opportunity favor, able the present for the development of her fish cries and copper mining. There is demand for more of both than likely produce. The selling problem for the fish producer is settled far the present is concerned and experience has shown that whenever class of fish has been introduced or when country section has been opened up as market for fish the people continue to be custo. mers Alaska should not overlook the present oppor tunty to push her fish into many parts of the world possible It is easy to do it now, much cas-. fer than it will be after the production of foodsuffs throughout the world becomes greater Let us get fish markets while the getting good and then, when the is over. get the mine development
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

Suppose you are man who can talk convincingly.
 You can do a great deal to help by talking it.
 Instead of discussing the weather or the baseball season or business with your friend when you meet him on the street or in the subway, talk conservation.
 Ask him if he has planted his veg etable garden yet. Express sur prise if he hasn't. Point to the lat est news about the food shortage, and tell him he should be ashamed of himself And don't forget to show him your garden the next time he calls.
 Make the subject of discussion something constructive. Tell friend Jones about friend Watkins wife. who has been studying food values in a book and serves her family and friends balanced rations that are just as delicious and satisfying as heavy meals and for less expense. Inform Smith. who is fussy about his food, that the corn and whole wheat bread that your Huldah makes is far better than any white bread ever put out of a bakery. And. be- sides, it is helping to send wheat to Europe.
 Talk about what Congress is do ing, too. Ask Jenkins if he really thinks relaxing the labor laws is go- ing to increase the output. Get into a discussion with Wright about the
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Q U A K E R OUl p S.

Philadelphia Record)
 Ball players as soldiers might balk at the idea of forcing the enemy to make q home run.
 Spring gives everything verdant hue, but the world may not really be as green as it looks
 Get busy. It's a mighty good thing to be in too much of a hurry to stop and tell your troubles.
 The fellows who are mustered in may be pardoned for feeling that they are all to the mustard.
 Many a man without an aim in life shuts his eyes and simply trusts to luck.
 War is hell, but sometimes it doesn't even seem paved with good intentions.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

The government has been asked to examine and 50000 devices plans inventions and theories that are intended dispose of the German submarine menace. The 50,000 women and children, repre- senatives all nations and all colors have offered their solutions all gradation and classifications compensation from love of country $5,000, 900 bonuses, from job in helping work out the game to a pension for life. War is he'll
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

band who looks like she got him at the 19-cent counter.
 The woman who merely smears a whole box Of powder on her face knows that there must be something depraved about the woman who paints.
 When there are three or four daugh- ters in q family, Mother doesn't wear much jewery
 You cant blame a married man for not wanting to listen to advice when he is down town That is all he gets at home.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
WICKERSHAM NOT CAUSE REMOVAL OF
 COMMISSION
lValdez Prospectorl

In letter received here from Col Richardson he states that MT Wickersham, former Delegate from Alaska had nothing to do with the removal of the Road Commission quarters to Juneau, but that the mova of the offices occasioned by the exegien cies of the situation and for other reason While the exDelegate had formerly suggested the re- moval of the offices to the Territorial capital the present question brought up by the War Depart ment and acted upon solely from desire to central ize the departments during the tenure of the
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

When the cards shown it usually develops that the assertions of the Wickersham Dispatch are not based facts. The Dispatch says the Democratic ganzaton has not contended that majority of the Democrats of Alaska opposed to Gov. Strong The fact it has contended from the beginning iteraed it and reiterated it for weeks cuts figure with the Dispatch. It not a whit for truth
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

host in the work of making the North fit habitation for modern civilization
 May his visits continue for many decades and their duration be prolonged much the great work he is doing will permit.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

A washington State county of 10000 population is making tremendous fight for 1000 Red Cross mem bers Sho. Just wait until the returns in from Gastineau channel, and have little than half that population.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
BITS OF BY PLAY By Luke McLuke
 -.- Copyright by Cincinnati En-
 quirer.

Huhi 'T wish you'd examine my wife and see what is wrong with her. said Binks.
 What seems to be the trouble?' asked the Doctor.
 "I think she is losing her memory" said Binks. "Why she can pass a woman on the street, and 10 minutes later she cant describe everything that the woman was wearing.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

It inspiring sight Empire Day to see the Union Jack and the Stars and Stripes floating to- gether from many flag staff in Whitehorse. It was emblematical of feeling of esteem and friendship between British and American subjects that we trust shall prove lasting the eternal hills that sur round every hand.-( (Whitehorse Star.l
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Luke McLuke Says

A man can't get rid of the idea that the hairpain his wife uses to pick her teeth and to run into the cake she baked to see if it is done. isn't the same hairpin she uses to clean her nails and punch bed bugs out of cracks.
 If you want to find out why a woman has written to you. don't read the let ter read the postscript
 Some men go through life on the
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

Now if Greece would only take care of Alexander and give another Republic it would help
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Hard.

Hard. Said an ossifed man to Doc Bard: My death 1 know you can't retard, Your skill 1 don't blame, And I'll have to die game, But when l die, l will die hard"
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

butcher in a small Kansas town was amazed to receive the following note from a customer on the outskirts of town:
 Dear sunr pleese do not send me ed myself
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
TO THE PRESIDENT

Whats so rare as a day in June?
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

It is altogether unlikely that Portland ice manu- lecturers will be compelled to pay revenue tax on excess profits during May.-tPortland Teegram)
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Gosh !!

A Wartime Slogan. SERVE AND CON SERVE.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

The thick and thin Wickershamites all for the of Gov. Strong.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
In Clover.

'It must be fine to be in clover" re- marked the Optimst
 'I can't anything fine about it., replied the Pessimist Maybe you'd contra ct hay fever.'!
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

If the hog could read and bacon quoted at 42 cents he would climb of the pen and boss the yard -(Portland Oregonan)
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
America's Resolve

America's Resolve. We'll put our flag on the front line, Regardless of shot. shell or mine; That Old Glory on the front unfurled May hasten peace to war-tired world
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Police

That tennis is a quiet game,
 They say" said Mir Racket; This may be true, but just the same They play it wthna racket
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

The Bypiay Minstrels.
 Mister Interlocutor. can you tell me the difference between the price of food and the temperature?"
 "No, Mir Tambo. l cannot. What is the difference between the price of food and the temperature?"
 The temperature goes down occa- sionally."
 AS soon the applause and cheer ing have subsided. MT American Daddy will render that stirring ballad: T Didn't Raise My Boy To Be a Slacker "
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Ho. Hum!

Behold the fisherman; He ariseth early in the morning and goeth forth full of hope and veracity And he re- turneth when the day is far spent And he is full of bait. and the truth is not in him.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
RanQ!

These old saws aren't so wise" sait
 Conn.
 Tn fact they often make me grin; The worm will turn when trod upon But so will the banana skin"
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Our Joe Miller Contest.

our Joe Miller Contest.
 Serk claims that the oldest joke is the one about the telephone operator who attended watch night service and fell asleep during the sermon. At the close of his discourse the pastor said |: we will now sing hymn number two- forty y-one-number two-forty -one.' The operator woke up just in time to hear the number and she yawned and said :: Lines bus-eee!
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

To Some People Sunday Means Mere " the Day They Do Not Have To Work.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Everybody.

We'll win this war, do not despond. To Uncle Sam's call let's respond; Dig down in your socks,
 And dig up all your rocks, And invest in a Liberty Bond
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Paw Knows Evervthinu.

Paw Knows everything. Willie-Paw. what is alimony? Paw-A method of purchasing free dom on the installment plan my son. Maw-Willie, you keep your mouth shut.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Our D,i,v snec;a

Names Is Names. l. Wilt lives in Piqua. Ohio.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

Did This Ever Happen To You? He bought a magazine, did Mercy. And started in to read a story.
 The villain was a brutal stiff The heroine he had deluded;
 He threw the poor girl off cliff Into the vast-(To Be Concluded)
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

Things To Worry About. An oyster isn't ready to eat until it is four years old.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
That's Stranae.

Miles West, of East Norwood. Ohio only lives a few miles east of Cincin. ati.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13
Mnnra.Hnrne

John B. Corns and Miss Martha Moore were married at Ironton, Ohio last week
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-06-13

BITS OF BY PLAY By Luke McLuke Copyright by Cincinnati En- quirer.
 Huh! T wish you'd examine my wife and see what is wrong with her" said Binks
 What seems to be the trouble?'' asked the Doctor.
 '1 think she is losing her memory" said Binks "Why she can pass woman on the street, and 10 minutes later she cant describe everything that the woman was wearing.
 Bang! These old saws aren't so wise" said 'In fact they often make me grin; The worm will turn when trod upon But so will the banana skin" Did This Ever Happen To You? He bought magazine did Mercy. And started in to read a story. The villain was brutal stiff The heroine he had deluded He threw the poor girl off cliff Into the vast-CTo Be Concluded)
 The Byplay Minstrels. Mister Interlocutor, can you tell me the difference between the price of food and the temperature" "No, Mir. Tambo. l cannot. What is the difference between the price of food and the temperature?" The temperature goes down occa- sionally."
 AS soon as the applause and cheer ing have subsided. MT. American Daddy will render that stirring ballad: T Didn't Raise My Boy To Be a Stacker" That tennis is quiet game, They say" said Mr. Racket; This may be true, but just the same They play it with ga racket"
 In Clover. Tt must be fine to be in clover" re- marked the Optimist
 'I cant see anything fine about it." TtDIitu tnt ftSSllllSl. May De you q contract hay fever"
 Hard. Said an ossified man to Doc Bard: My death 1 know you can't retard,
 Your skill I don't blame.
 And I'll have to die game But when I die. l will die hard.'
 Paw Knows Everything. Willie-Paw. what is alimony? Paw-A method of purchasing free dom on the installment plan, my son. Maw-Willie you keep your mouth shut.
 America's Resolve. We'll put our flag on the front line, Regardless of shot shell or mine; That Old Glory on the front unfurled May hasten peace to a war-tred world.
 A Wartime Slogan. SERVE AND CONSERVE.
 Gosh!
 A butcher in a small Kansas town was amazed to receive the following note from a customer on the outskirts of town:
 Dear sunr. pleese do not send me ''tiiS 'ioit meet yet nave DutCHeF- ed myself"
 Ho, Hum! Behold the fsherman: He arseth early in the morning and goeth forth full of hope and veracity. And he re- turneth when the day is far spent And he is full of bait and the truth is not in him.
 Everybody. We'll Win this war, do not despond. TO Uncle Sam's call let's respond; Dig down in your socks.
 And dig up all your rocks, And invest in a Liberty Bond
 That's Strange. Miles West of East Norwood Ohio, only lives few miles east of Cincin- nati.
 Moore Corns. John B. Corns and Miss Martha Moore were married at Ironton, Ohio. last week.
 Our Joe Miller Contest. Serk claims that the oldest joke is the one about the telephone operator who attended watch night service and fell asleep during the sermon. At the close Of his discourse the pastor said: we will now sing hymn number two- forty -one-number two-forty -one." The operator woke up just in time to hear the number and she yawned and said: Lines bus-eee!'
 Things To Worry About. An oyster isn't ready, to eat until it
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-10-29
EAT LESS MEAT
AND TAKE SALTS
IF KIDNEYS HURT
Says a tablespoonful of Salts
flushes Kidneys, stopping
Backache.
Meat forms Uric Acid,
which excites Kidneys and
Weakens Bladder.

Eating meat regularly eventually
produces kidney trouble N some form
NJ other. says we'll known authority,
because the uric acid in meat exciles
the Kidneys, they become uvcrwurKed f,
get sluggish; clog up aud cause all
sorts of distress, particularly baCkache
and misery IN lht kidney region; rheu-
matte lwlugcs, severe headaches, acid
stomach constipation torpid liver,
,lccple,SncsS, bladder and urinary irri-
lallon.
The moment your back hurts or kid
news aren't acting right or II bladder
bother, you, get about four ounces uf
lad Salts from any good pharmacy {,
take a tablespoonful IN a glass OF water
before breakfast lot few days and
your kidneys will then act fine This
famous salts is made from the acid ot
grapes and lemon Juice, combined with
lthia. and has been used for genera
tion, To flush cloggcd kidneys and
stimulate them 10 normal activity, also
ln neutraliyc the acids IN the urine so
it nu longer irrltatcs thus ending blad-
der disorders
lad salts cannot inlutc anyone /,
makes delightful eiiervcSccht lithia.
water drink which millions Of men and
women take now and then TO keep the
kidneys and urinary organs clean, thus
avoiding serious kidney diseass,-Ady.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-10-29
Stop Itching Ecssn,a

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and failed, you can stop burning, itchina
eczema quickly by applying q little ssuso
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pimples, rash. blackhesds and slm14
skin diseases will be removed.
For clearing the skin and making 4
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penetrating. antiseptic liquid. Il y yes Z
greasy sslvc and II does not stain. WIN
others fail II is the one dependable tyoot
ment for skin troubles Of ali kinda
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The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-10-29
DEBATING OPENS
ON NOVEMBER z
Student Orators Already PraC-
tiCe Gestures,
NEW COACH is EMPLOYED
Gordon Stater Former Stu
dent, Fills Position,

The debating season of the hlgn
school will soon open.
In answer to the appeals OF the
student body, the school board at It's
last meeting appropriated money Tor
hiring a debate coach This position IS
filled by Gordon Slater, former student
OF the Oklahoma City high school.
While attending school here Mr. Slater
was a member OF the Athenaean Debat-
ing society lie has recently been made
debate coach OF the University of Ok
lAhoma, of which he is now student
Opens In November,
The course in debating will open No
vember II and will continue for five
weeks Glasses will meet every after
noon from As To 3.l5 o'clock. Def
mite plans for teaching the subject have
not been decided upon, but 1t is probable
that those desiring 10 take it will 1c
divided into five classes, each OF which
will take one lesson a week MANY have
already agreed to take this coaching.
Il is Mr.. Slatcr's plan to have try
outs for the school teams before the
Christmas holidays AS soon as the
question for either OF the debating tri-
angles is settled upon work will com.
mence on the try out speeches. Fifty
students tried for the team last year
This year twelve regulars and six alter
mates will be chosen to represent tho
school
Former Coach Busy.
As soon as the teams have beer
picked work will begin in earnest un.
der the supervision OF Mr. Slater on
the annual debates X, NJ. Campbell
local attorney and former coach OF IN,
teams, was unable to continue his work
this year because he could not spare
the time from his practice
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-10-29

gives similar report, Many girls
whose families live in the country are
able to live in the city and attend the
high school because many families Of
fer room and board to any girl willing
to do for them the same work they
Would do In their own homes. But a.
in the case of the boys, the number
Of positions far exceeds the number Of
applicants.