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Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
Fruits Are Most
Attractive Gifts

Nowhere is the Christmas spirit
quite as obvious as in Il grocery
store. Zurcher Brothers have given
unusual attention to Christmas at
fractions this year, and their store
is full Of fancy gift boxes of I'm.
pcrial Valley fruits, brightly deco
rated, and wrapped in fancy paper
ready for shipment.
In addition to presenting fruits
in Il way which will advertise val
Icy products, they have imported
the tree we lack, but must have
this time OF the year, the Christmas
tree. These are in all s;Zes, from
tiny ones tor the baby, to quite
large trees. With WrCaths of hoI-
lF and evergreen, they offer every
one an opportunity to bring II touch
of Santa $ country TO our own PER
feet climate.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
Desert Photos -
Are Attractive

Desert pictures have made Il place
for themselves in the art world dur
ing the past few years.. There is
demand for them, not only in the
desert country and cities of the west
but also throughout the east. Well
known to all art dealers are the
scenes pictured by the Hetzcl Photo
shop and Mr.. Hctzel has had offers
TO place his work from many deal
crs. Feeling that justice cannot be
done to these scenes if turned out
in large numbers he is offering them
for sale Just locally. Many bcauti
fully tinted pictures on display at
his shop. have proven very popular
for gifts to send to friends uufam-
iliar with the unique beauty of the
desert. The quality of these pie
tures is in keeping with all Hetzcl
work, which equals that of promi-
ncnt Los Angeles photographers.
New, and surprisingly artistic,
are the parchment paper photo.
tographs, which this shop has found
adaptable and Increasingly popular.
y visit to this shop is worth while to
see the rapid advance made in
Photographic studies during the past
year.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
XMAS PRESENTS
OF ALL KINDS
ARE AVAILABLE

Christmas presents af every kind
aud description are, Of course, avail
able IN every department of a store
like the Narncy company. TO
cnumcrate even Il small part of
them would be impossible. So
Santa Claus special representative
on the Press staff, who is aiding
the residents Of FL Centre with
timely suggestions, made a special
note of some suitable gifts ''for
him and "for her.
''For her let us suggest lingerie
For no woman under the sun ever
had too many dainty undergarmcnts.
And Narney special department
has a most compete array III col
ors which rival the rainbow for
shading and the spring clouds for
softness.
Dainty Pajamas
There arc pajama' suits with tiny
rufflc of lace and minatuc roses
in contrasting shades. These pa,
.jamas arc available i'll all colors,
and range from the simpler gar
mcnts for sleeping to the more eiab
crate creations for lounging.
Apricot, orchid, pink and maize
are among the popular colors this
season. So many of the dainty
articles in this department have the
Frcnrhy touch which milady al
ways loves. This is noticeable in
the ncgligccs, which make particu
larly pleasing gift. Then there are
costume slips in shades to match
every frock.
The Right Thing For Him
"Men are so hard to buy things
for the anxious wives, sisters and
swcethcarts declare. But Il happy
solution can certainly be reached if
one visits Narncy men $ section.
for there are dozens of gifts group
ed separately in attractive dis
play
There are belts. and good looking
belt buckles bearing the initial,
which is quite the thing this sea-
son. Ilapdkcrchicfs, ties, sox,
shirts. leather goods are among the
many other articles. Among the
leather goods are smart bags and
suit eases which make remembrance
cs that will last for years. In this
type of gifts one also finds at
tractive luggage for women.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
EDUCATOR SCORES
LAX METHODS OF
LAW ENFORCEMENT.
By United Press Leased Wire

LOS ANGELES, Dee. ID" Lax
methods of law enforcement and
"'uncnforccabIc statutes were at
tackled by Lotus y. Cossman, presi-
dent of the University Of Minnesota
IN aB address, to 1000 members of
the Los Angeles Teachers assotia
tlon here Yesterday afternoon.
The present lawless tendency of
the younger generation can never
he wiped out by Il single stroke y
President Cossman said, "but the
situation can be materially bcnc-
fitted ~ Il proper program .of cdu-
cation.
The Los Angeles teachers vii
hold meetings. until Thursday. 20 be
tel.o"ep by "a three day session OF
tae California Teachers assor,atioa,
#4fas.. section.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
XMAS, PLEASURE
ARE REGARDED
AS SYNONYMOUS

When one thinks of Christmas
one invariably associates it with
pleasure. There is the pleasure of
giving presents to friends and fam
lily, and the pleasure Of getting Just
the gift one has been wanting.
Probably one Of the gifts which
will make the hours pass most pleas
antlv for the receiver is lounging
robe or negligcc. For idIc hours
at the end Of busy day, or for the
few moments in the rush of chang
ing for dinner, these articles of
apparel. which are n feature at the
JohnsonGrocnc company, will be
much appreciated by their owner.
For women there are charming
creations in filmy silks and geor-
eettes. These are Of varied hucs
and come in many cicver styles.
There are also quilted satin robes
which are light weight, yet delight
fully warm. And for real service.
corduroy robes arc recommended.
Slippers Are Handy
Slippers to match would add TO
the p.casure Of feminine receiver.
There are bedroom slippers and
house slippers, in felts and leather,
us well as satin quilted boudoir shoes
and slippers make suitable gifts for
men. too.
Bandeaus, most fetching combina
tions Of ribbons and lace, are the
latest thing for milady to wear
in her boudoir The looks
of the owner, be her locks bobbed
or long. are sure to be enhanced
by wearing one of the pretty as
sortmcnt to be found at this store.
And speaking Of boudoirs and bed
rooms-silk bed spreads and silk
boudoir pillows will be appreciated
by any girl or woman.
Men S bath robes and lounging
robes seem to be particularly good
looking this season. The Beacon
robes of pure woolen are recon-
mcndcd for the discriminating man.
silk robes are also available. Many
new patterns and color mbinations
are included in the complete assort
mcnt carried by this firm
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

What big mouth johnny" has.
There is going to be trouble iil the
family in a minute. :. Pop is just
looking at the enginc TO see how it
works aud tn compares it with, :thc
mgine he had years ago. 1t is'Ntak-
ng him longer than JQlilny" irk;
q, and the latter IS setting up a
howl for his property. Pretty soon
Ma will come ,ile aud scold
'2op' for teasing a Johnny" and
thu "Pop' and Ma will argue
unIl they remember il, is Christ
ma. johnny will'sg get back his en-.
gi'n, Pop Will admit defeat
gracefully aud return co. his pipe
andPapcr, and Ma will 70 bach
10 H. kitchen to help Fanny get the
'hrltmas dinner ready. fcace onra
morercigns i'll the family.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
MERGER OF COAST
BANKS INVOLVES
EIGHTY MILLION
Bs nitcd Press Leased Wire

LOS ANGELES. Dee. Con
soIidation Of the Bank of America
of Los Angelo, and the .Libcry
Bank of san Franc isco. WIS IN
nounrcd here by President Il. +.
Miller Of the Liberty bank
The deal, when it has been com
plctcd, will involve transfer of ap-
pro&imatcly $4,000, 600 in assets of
The two banks to the Amcrcommer-
clal corporation.
The Amcricoumcrcial corporation,
through 81 established offices, Will
handle the future business of the
consolidated resources of the Los
Angeles and san Francisco banks.
The two banks have not effected
a merger, President Miller said, but
have merely consolidated their re
sources for an extension of opera
tioas through the Amcricommcrcial
corporation.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16
Clever Effect
In Decorations

The Francis Drug Store has ac-
hicNcd Il decidedly clever effect in
its use of streamcrs, tinscl and cot
ton SNOW. In the background are
two Christmas trees hung with gay
cclluloid baby rattlcs in place of
the usual glittcring ornaments, and
the result is very artistic.
The gifts on display this year in
cludc useful articles for those of
all ages. and some of the lines are
distinctly novel. The store, which
particularly caters to Milady, is
featuring some perfume boxes Of
ornate design and some charming
toilet sets. There are also presents
for the sterner sex. \ beauty shop
is operated us an adjunct to the
drug store.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

Why the family has :; baby after
tall! And from the looks Of the seen
,cry Baby = is, asspndN fiend. He
lis just sthrtins in to get all smear
fed up with, scvtrak small editions
of BARRIERS poles. /, What a sticky
mess he il going.to be in five min
utcs and tnat nice clean ,lrcss is
going to fe wreck. 1t will not
take him Is long as Little John.
n.y. to reach the castor oil stage,
aud soon - Ma will be wondering
if she ladlno better send for the,
doctor, as %Buby' is not respond
ing rs he should to home reincdics,
bat is howHng Ills head off. It's
all part Of thc GIristn,as program
however, aud "'Bdbt' will survive
to battle with more canay.og, more
Christmas DAYS. Eat -
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

Pottocs in HlmbudIt county civ.
Gu loV pounds of l05 CONNER
elal feti!izcr yielded 1886 pounds
rs eoparcd with 7f4s gwen 300
roundsof pOtash only.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

Hairy Peruvian alfalfa grew IS
inches high i'll Mcncidona county.
while common and Grimm grew less
than eight inches.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

y farm advisors meeting was re-
ccntly held in Napa county to rec
ommcnd the planting of California
native shrubs on the home grounds.
Imperial Valley press., 1925-12-16

The James ranch at SAN Joaquin,
Fresno county, is picking 200 acres
of cotton getting a bale to the acre.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23

LWAYS the lead with greater desirable and
n wanted merchandise the past week has been of
activity this with October ProfSharing
swing during which thousands Of folks have taken
of the extremely low prices and participated their
the month of October NowSaurday
will be banner day here thousands of article. needed for
fall winter original selling and
BUY-SAVE.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
HUBBY SEEKS WIFE,
HELD BY PARENTS
Ey Universal Service.

LONDON, Oct. 23.-A husband to-
day invoked the courts to recover a
young wife from the custody of her
parents in a unique suit started by
Arthur Ainsley, n surveyor, against
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. NJ. Timms, Of
Northampton.
Ainsley charges that he and his
bride were happily welded until her
father butted in and enticed her away
and is now keeping them apart. The
husband asks an injunction to compel
his wife's parents to allow her to
come home.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
JAZZ is APPROVED
BY W. r. STEINWAY,
NOTED PIANO MAKER
BY Universal Service.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23.-Jazz is
not only making Americans live long
er. but it is this nations most credit
able contribution to music.
William r. Steinway of London,
general manager of the company man
ufacturing pianos long associated with
all that is classical in music, thus
admitted the syncopated melody of the
dance hall to good standing today.
It's. all a matter of the liver, nc.
cording to Mr.. Steinway. So tan.
talizing are the strains of jazz that old
and young are lured to the dance
floor "and by shaking their livers
add several years to their lives" he
told a group of musicians here to-
day.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
bEXAR POLL TAX
PAYMENTS
TRIPLE
New Methods in Collectors
Office Responsible for
Greater Number.

Poll tax payments to date have
nearly tripled the number paid al
this time last year, while property tax
payments this year are about 1OO
times greater than for the correspond
ing period in 1924, according to X.
Neil Campbell, Bexar County tax col
lector.
Exactly 1859 poll taxes were paid
at the close of business October 20,
this year, as against only 633 in 1924.
This increase of more than 1000 is in
addition to about 400 exemptions
which have been issued this year, and
which is also an increase in the num-
Der of exemptions in 1924.
There has been an increase in each
days payments over the corresponding
day last year.
About $4,000 has been collected in
property taxes this year to date, COM
pared with but few hundred dollars
last year, according to Mr.. Campbell.
"There has been an excellent re-
Spouse Of the taxpayers in adopting
the new method installed in the tax
collectors office whereby statements
were issued for the first time this
year." Mr.. Campbell said. "We have
mailed out about, 10000 statements.
Those taxpayers who have failed to
render their property will be the only
ones who will not receive the full bene-
fits because of the lack Of addresses. !"
Mr.. Campbell expressed his appre-
citation of the cooperation shown by
the taxpayers in beginning thus early
to pay their taxes.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
DANIEL GUGGENHEIM
BREAKS GROUND FOR
AERONAUTIC SCHOOL
ny Universal Service.

NEW YORK, Oct. %. - With
America first in the air" as the
motto for the Daniel Gusgenheim
School for Aeronautics, ground for
the home of the institution was broken
today on the New York University
campus.
Guggenheim himself, founder of the
first school Of aeronautics in the
United States, turned the first shovel.
ful of clay. Aviation and industrial
leaders took part in the ceremony.
The building is to cost 1926, 900.
The remainder of Mr.. Guggenheim's
endowment amounts to $500, 900 which
will be used for maintenance and re-
search funds.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
GILBERT DENIES DAWES
PLAN TO BE REVISED
By Universal Service.

BERLIN, Oct. 2S.-Reparations
Agent General Gilbert today charac-
terized as ridiculous reports from
Washington that he is going to Amer
lea in December to discuss the re-
vision of the Dawes plan as proposed
by President Schacht Of the Reichs-
bank.
1t is stated that while the future
may show that some revisions are
advisable or desirable for tho Dawes
plan, no such need has yet arisen
nor is likely to arise this year. Most
of the payments for some time will be
in "kind." and cash transfers will
be small.
The main problem OF the Dawes
plan is seen in financing the deliveries
in kind.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
LOUISVILLE CLOSES
ALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

LOUISVILLE, Oct. 23.-All pub
lie schools here were ordered closed
today in an effort to stamp out an
epidemic of infantile paralysis. 1t
is expected the parochial schools will
likewise be closed.
San Antonio light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1911-1993, 1925-10-23
JOHN T|LLER DIES
IN NEW YORK CITY
BY Universal Service.

NEW YORK, Oct. 23.-John Til
Ter, dancing master, whose "Tiller
Girls" were known all over the
United States and Europe, died here
tonight at the age Of II.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

gems Just as each nation has d ma
tional flower?
4. According 10 an old tradition
particular talismanic gem is al
l0tted to each country in the world
Thus England has the diamond.
France the ruby. Germany the
hematite. Ireland the emerald
Italy the sardonyX Japan the Jade.
China the pearl. Spain the fur
1uoise and America the tourma.
line.
Q, What are the elective Offices
Of state? Do all states have lieu
tenant governors?
a. In the majority Of states the
stat" officers consist Of governor,
lieut.. governor. secretary Of state.
treasurer, and attorney general
Others have in addition such Off
crrs as superintendent, Of public
instruction. comptroller mine in
spoctor, commissioner y. agricul-
turc, etc. The following states do
not have lieutenant governors;
Arizona. Arkansas. Colorado. Flor
ida, Georgia, Kentucky. Maine,
Maryland, New hampshire, New
Jersey oklahoma. Oregon, Tennes
sec, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia
and Wyoming.
! @. Is the water lily supposed II
/ have any particular meaning?
4. II is said 10 signify cIo-
! GU"NCr,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

pie and pointing out minor faults.
Associate Scout Henry Rockwell
was in charge OF the game period.
About ten signalling and Judging
tests we're passed. It was announced
that next Tuesday would see
mystery meeting"
Troop / Of PIainville practicel
OIL its coming pageant at its meet
ing Tuesday night. The members
will attend In a body the service at
the PlainviIle NJ. e. church on No
vember 3, which will be known as
Boys Night" II was voted to send
three boys TO swimming classes at
the Y. NJ. c. A. at troop expense.
Albert Biehler was admitted to
membership and assigned to the
Fox patrol. while the other new
scout, Kenneth Spencer, was assign
ed 10 the Cobra patrol.
The first events in the inter-
patrol competition all the standard
contest events as used in the an
nual meets will be run off at the
meeting Of Troop this evening at
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31
BOYS CLUB NEWS

Boy Scout Troop Is, located at
81. Mary's church. accounted for
most Of the points won at the Oc-
tober court Of honor Of the local
council, while two Of its members.
Charles Pagan and Wilfred Sheehan
attained the life scout rank. which
is the second highest in all scout
ing. The merit badges won were as
follows: Charles Pagan, athletics;
Wilfred Shcehan. electricity; Donald
Lynch Of Troop IS, tremanship:
Albert AIbanese Of Troop IS. st,
Joseph's church. public health and
scholarship; John Higgins of Troop
is. electricity, printing and scholar
ship; William Judd Of Troop 9,
First Baptist church, first aid and
cooking; John LOOMS Of Troop 9,
cooking and first aid: william Has
well of Troop 9, first aid; William
Baker of Troop 4. Center church,
machinery; Herman Zeigler OF
Troop 5, swimming. Albert Alhanese
of Troop is became star scout
First class rank was reached by
Donald Lynch Of Troop Is and Ed
ward Peplau, August Peplau. Her.
man Zoigler. and Sidney Steinberg
all of Troop 5. David Bass Of Trool
IS, James Lynch, John Lynch,
Walter Mckinney. Milton Legat and
Frank O'Brien all Of Troop Il
were confirmed in their second class
rank. Commission Charles E. Nor
gan was present Tuesday night a
the meeting of Troop at the SoWi
church; he gave talk on the eNi
habit Of gossiping about other PEG
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

Brussels and Clinton r. MacEach-
ran. Client. They may be addressed
at the American consulate in each
Of these cities.
Q. How do wcovls get into flour
that is perfectly alright. Is there
any way that such flour can be
made 1T for use?
A. Either the -four is not air.
tight or there are already wecvils
in it when it is put in the contain
er, They breed rapidly, by heating
the cereal or -four for few min
utcs at temperature Of $50 de-
grCes +. all animal life will be kill
ed and il Is then fit 10 use.
Q, After whom was thu / $
Destroyer 'BeaIe" named?
A. It was named in memory Of
Lieut.. Edward Fitzgerald Beale. t..
$. navy. afterwards General Bcalr.
/. :. army whose father and
grandfHth"r served in the nited
States navy and wero awarded
medals OF honor by congress He
vas graduated from the naval
academy in 1872 During the wal
with Mexico he distinguished him.
self by carrying dispatches through
tn" "nrmy's lines and was present,
Cd with u sword 10y lis fellow Off
""rs FOR his gallant service, He was
commended for conspicuous hrav-
cry by Commodore Stockton, After
this var he resigned 10 become SUI
p"rintcndent Of indian affairs lie
was given rank Of major general
and detailed TO end tn" Indian wal
in California. He became l.. s min.
jSter 10 Austria under President
Grant.
@. DO nations have particular
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

and cinnamon and beat well. Heat
cream and beat in using a slotted
spoon. Put into a we'll buttered bak-
ing dish that can be sent 10 the
table. Cover top of potatoes with
marshmallows cut in halves. Put
into d hot oven long enough 10
toast and brown the mallows, The
oven must not be TOO hot, for ten
minutes should be allowed for re-
heating the potato mixture before
the marshmallows brown.
Copyright, 1925. NEA Service,
Tnc1
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

$1o.o0o week. Mary I'ickford and
Douglas Fairbanks also rank
among III" highest paid in this pro.
frssion, although they do NOT re-
rcive d straight salary, as They
prOduc" their own pictures
9. Have all tn" banleshlpo thai
went With III" fleet to Australia re-
turnrd?
\. III" battlcships that Went 10
Aus rtIia have returned to Ihr west
coast some being at San Diego and
others at San Pedro, -Four light
cruisers are still At Guantanamo
ana will moi return until November
ana December.
@ Has the boulder canyon dam
project been started yet?
A. This project was discussed in
III" aust session Of congress but no
appropriation vas made for II,
q. What is the meaning of a
slNlt star DIV h" sleeve Of a letter
carrier"
\. cngjh OF service Of letter
carriers is mdic4tcd by stars placed
one half inch above tn" black braid
on each sleeve. ri" stars for th"
different lengths OF service are as
follows: Five years. one blaCk star
IN years, TWO black stars; Is years
on" rcd star; 20 years, , red stars,
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31
talked Sweet Potatoes

-Four sweet potatoes, > table,
spoons butter, IL teaspoon salt. is
teaspoon cinnamon 1-2 cup cream
marshmaloWs.
The size of the potatoes, OF
course. determines the number but
there should be four cups of mas.
ed potatoes. Cook potatoes until
tender in boiling water Pool and
put through ricer. Add butter. salt
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

the Center church. They will be
knot-tying and tho obstacle race.
The semi-monthly number of the
Trail" which has reached its 53rd
number. will be distributed.
Troop 10 was Ieorganized at its
meeting Monday night George Ber-
son, president OF the Congregation
Sons of Israel spoke to the boys
and gave them the use OF rooms at
the synagogue, About ~ lads We're
on hand and the prospects are for
IA good troop. Patrol leaders will be
picked next Monday evening.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31

Despite the reign OF color there
arc many distinguished looking all
LACK gowns for day and evening
as wolh jet and black lace are a
very digniticd combination.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31
EClyetoCn and Jersey

Nclvcteen and Jersey are COM
hined very delightfully."- this year in
sports clothes. Usually the velvet Is
darker in tone than the jersey.
New Britain herald. [microfilm reel] (New Britain, Conn.) 1890-1976, 1925-10-31
Yellow NrlNCt for IINcninn

yellow is an extremely popular
color for evening and in no material
is it more lovely than in velvet.
New Britain herald., 1925-02-18
Grocer Aided Needy,
 Now in Need of Aid

New York, Feb. 1S.-Morris Tep- per, a grocer, is seeking "the invisi- ble power of human brotherhood" IL" Three years ago Topper ran a pros porous shop in Essex street. Every Saturday he distributed food among the needy of the neighborhood. He received a crudely written letter praising his charity and expressing confidence that God would look after him." The letter was signed "The invisible power of human brotherhood"
 New Topper himself is needy. His shop is not paying. his wife is ill, his landlord has refused to renew the lease which expires soon, debts are accumulating and creditors are pressing. So Topper is wondering about the invisible power"