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The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04
COGS

What chance has a fellow got in a
big corporation, any way? He's only
a cog in machine.
Cogs!
Dull, greasy Jumps of toothed metal
that grind necessarily in the hidden
depths of soulless machine, dron-
ing out the ceaseless monotony OF
production, cast into the scrap heap
when their usefulness is over. Inani-
mate things.
Or vital, driving units in mighty,
pulsating giant of power, instruments
in the great symphony of production
Each little spurred wheel part to be
oiled and cared for, the least impor-
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04
TRAVELLING BY
THE THUMB ROUTE

AS has been truly stated, the un.
organized worker is the hitchhiker Of
organized labor.
He loiters by the roadside of indus.
try wagging his thumb at more pro.
gressive passersby, hoping someone
will aid him to move forward.
He really does not know where he
is going; he is just drifting on his
way.
Indifferently he awaits lift.
More often than not, he was never
properly routed.
He has but ambled along the high
way of life and taken things as they
come.
When improved conditions are Sc
cured through the efforts of organ
lied labor, the hitch-hiker swings
onto the tail-gate and advances a
little.
When cut comes, he must take
it alone as a matter of course.
He accepts both or either as ne
does free ride-under the mistaken
impression that it is coming to him.
Then comes a time when travel is
light and journeyers on the industrial
highway are few Then the hitch
hiker walks.
If he is endowed with common
sense, the walk will do him good
1t will give him opportunity to
think.
He may ask himself whether he is
going any place and what he is going
to do when he arrives.
He may find time to inquire of his
better self whether he has not made
serious mistake in attempting to
negotiate hazardous trails of industry
alone and unaided.
And whether he would have not
gone further and moved much more
quickly if he had joined with others
in his line of industrial endeavor and
with them collectively journeyed with
a definite objective in view.
He may realize his journey in search
of the proverbial pot of gold at the
foot of the open shop rainbow has
been only aimless wandering in haze
Of unripe economic theories.
He may regret his unquestionea ac-
ceptance of glittering promises re-
garding the mythical company
union"
He may find he has erred in en-
bracing political clustering as pal
liative for organization.
He may discover he has been vic
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04
WHY TRADE UNION
Ism IS OPPOSED

Trade unionism cannot be compared
with business, fraternal, professional
or civic organizations.
The trade union, fundamentally, is
protesting movement and therein IT
differs from all other groups.
In its essence a trade union is not
a business organization.
A business organization is primar-
lily interested in property and profits
A trade union, organically, is in
terested in human values and individ-
ual liberty.
1t denies any and every control over
the individual or collective acts OF
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

workers when such act is legal, if
done by other groups of citizens.
1t scorns the paternalism, benignity
and artificial fellow feeling that So
called superior" persons assume to-
ward those who receive wages and
who are called working people"
Organized labor does not accept the
status quo. Other movement profess
high ideals, but these do not include
workers, which is the base of trade
unionism.
The present outlook is illustrated by
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

injunction judges who declare that
trade unions are proper, but
They are conspiracy" if they in
terfere with profits and income.
To assure these profits and income
the highest court in the land has rul-
ed bedford cut stone case) that work
ers can be held to their task and that
they must not refuse to handle non
union cut stone.
Nothing more clearly interprets the
mental attitude toward workers than
this United States supreme court de-
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

cislon.
This serf view is held by men who
deny workers the right to unite. They
make attractive speeches on the need
for labor organizations they are
the company union" kind. But let
workers attempt to stand as free men
and note what happens.
Let them vitalize the Declaration
of independence and shouts of "prop-
erty rights" are heard.
This is what labor has in mind
when it insists on collective bargain
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

Jones-What's the matter with that
physical wreck over there? Has he
had the flu?
Smith-No, but he did everything
people told him would keep it off.
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

ing. This process is more than at
tempting to raise wages. 1t strikes
at mental control of workers, the
foundation of every privilege.
The Butler County press. [volume] (Hamilton, Ohio) 1900-1946, 1931-09-04

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Askov American., 1931-12-17
Pleasant Hill Neighborhood

Adrian Berglund motored to Isantt
last Thursday to visit his grandpar-
ents, the Petersons. He expects to be
back in about a week.
Miss Hattie Dvorak of St. Paul, was
guest of her grandparents, the John
Machs, from Friday morning until
Sunday afternoon. Her brother, Ar
thur, drove to St. Paul and brought
Hattie home. Sunday he took her
back to the cities.
John Sway was a caller at the John
Southerton home recently.
Hattie and Arthur Dvorak were cal
lers at the Joe Kvasnicka home Satur-
day afternoon.
Some of the young folks were en-
tertained at the Joe Kvasnicka home
Saturday evening. The party was
given in honor of Miss Hattie Dvorak.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fredolin Martinek en-
tertained for Sunday dinner, some of
their relatives of Park and some from
near Askov.
There was no school Friday on ac-
count of Mrs. Klein being ill.,
Mr.. and Mrs. John Southerton and
children were supper guests at the Joe
Kvasnicka home Sunday.
Mrs. R. H. Budd was ON the sick list
one day last week.
Askov American., 1931-12-17

ing the intermission was furnished by
the orchestra, under the direction of
]. ]. Dufeck.
Mrs. Emma Gum Perkins, general
manager of this unusual musical treat,
wishes all credit for its success to
go to the exceptionally fine cast and
the whole hearted cooperation of the
committees in charge of the different
departments.
After the program, all connected
with the Mid-Winter Chautauqua in
any way, were entertained at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Nick Perkins.
The following committee assisted Mrs.
Perkins as hostesses: Mrs. N. P. Lar
son, Mrs. F. A. Wiley, Mrs. A. E. Klick-
er, and Mrs. Chas. Johnson.
This entertainment was under the
auspices of the Community Club and
the proceeds from the sale of tickets
will be used for Boy Scout and Out
door activities
Askov American., 1931-12-17
DEATH TAKES YOUNG
MOTHER AT PINE CITY

Blood poisoning proved fatal to Mrs.
Anton Wanous of the Pine City COM
munity Wednesday of last week when
she passed away. She had been ill
about a week.
Mrs. Wanous (Rose Habrman) was
born in her home community Feb. 1,
1901, and always resided there where
she was reared by her grandparents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Smetana, after her
mother had passed away when she
was three years of age. Her fathers
name is Leo. Habrman. She was mar
ried to Anton Wanous in 1919.
The loss of a loving mother in the
blossom of life will be keenly felt by
the family of small children and the
husband and the community mourns
with the relatives.
Mrs. WanouS was a member of the
Catholic church and the funeral was
held from St. Marys church in Pine
City Saturday morning at 10 o'clock
with the Father O'Mahoney officiat-
ing, with burial being made in Cal
vary cemetery.
The deceased is survived by her
husband and seven children, six boys
and one girl. the youngest of whom
is but ten days old and the oldest
II years.
Askov American., 1931-12-17

carry the mysterious Death Boat OF
China. Dozens of chrysanthemums,
yellow, orange and white come to add
their oriental touch to the picture.
The Misses Melba and Geraldine Wiley
sang, China Love Song" while the
dancers did their most difficult num-
ber. THE Fate of the Chinese Dolls.
Mrs. Ell Huber declared that she
had no love affairs but admitted she
had written Love Letters In the
Sand" This she did in most charm
ing manner.
Campbell Christianson, Hinckley's
soloist, delighted his audience with his
Interpretation of, "Out Where the Bill
lows Roll High"
Mrs. Frank Swanda presented a
Czech skit which consisted of the rem
dition of song entitled, "Muziky,
Muziky, unite jiekne hrat' and the
dancing of a real Czech folk dance
to the music of "Kudi, Kudi." Her
costume, which came from -Czecho-
Slovakia, gave proper color to her
excellent performance.
Thus the singing of, Our Day
and, Good Night" closed part one OF
the Mid-Winter Chautauqua.
Part III.
A sacred cantata, "The Manger of
Bethlehem" consisted of "Hark, the
Herald Angels Sing" the theme song,
1.-The Desert Song," sung by the male
chorus, and The Star of Bethlehem
chanted by the women's voices. The
solo, "Sleep Babe so Holy" was car
ried by Miss Catherine Hill, who stood
beside the manger. Mrs. Dick Gray
took the part of Mary. Joseph was
represented by Charles Beechel, while
the wise men and shepherds were
played by c. w. Kelly, w. M. Stuck,
R. w. Carpenter and Douglas Stuck
respectively. The Misses Olive Flat
en-, Ruby Nelson and Dorothy Gray
portrayed the angels.
Mrs. Elmer Carrier had charge of
the tableau, and she is to be compli-
mented on the artistic arrangement
Silent Night" was echoed from the
distance, and the grand finale, "Glory
to the New Born King" closed the
evenings entertainment. All those
who listened carried this beautiful
picture away with them.
Mrs. Frank Gottry was pianist OF
the evening and gave of her talent
unstintingly.
Music before the program and dur
Askov American., 1931-12-17
DANFORTH TOWNSHIP

A Christmas program will be given
at the Danforth school house Friday
evening, Dec 18, at S:15. ALI are
welcome.
Nels Matson of Duxbury, called at
the VIM. Swanson home Wednesday
afternoon of last week.
Joe Peter was a Minneapolis caller
Thursday and Friday.
. Miss Wahlberg and Shirley Moore
attended birthday party at Andrew
Rydberg's home Wednesday evening OF
last week in honor of Evelyn Rydberg.
F.. M. Carlson and son, liner, of Sand
Creek, accompanied by Miss Clara
Wahlberg, visited at the Andrew Oh
son home Friday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. Erick Rydberg and
son drove from Minneapolis Sunday,
Amanda Swanson accompanied them
back to the city.
Miss Clara Wahlberg was shopping
in Sandstone Saturday.
Gust Soderquist and son, Russell.
home Monday afternoon.
Walter Rydberg sawed wood for Ben
Moore and VIM. Culliton Saturday.
Mrs. Emil Swanson called at the
Miss Gerda Wheeler home Tuesday
morning.
Albert Swanson went to Minneapo-
lis Saturday.
Degraffe Carlson went to Minneapo-
lis the latter part of last week.
Askov American., 1931-12-17
C1oVerdale All Club Meets

The Cloverdale 4-H Club met at
the home of Mr. and Mrs. o. B. Steen,
Dec. II. Vern Baker, the president,
called the meeting to order. The
boys and girls then sang America"
after which the business meeting was
held.
Carl Peterson and Elaine Steen are
on the program committee for next
time and Mrs. Swanson, Jean Chollett
and Carl Peterson are on the lunch
con committee. The next meeting
will be held at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles Peterson, Jan. Is.
The business meeting was ad-
journed and the following program
was given: song, "The More We get
Together" the club; song, away In
Askov American., 1931-12-17
BRUNO SCHOOL NOTES
Bruno School Program.

The Bruno school will present the
following program at the school audi
torium this evening (Thursday): OPP
eretta-"The Busy Christmas Fairies"
grades one and two; play-''The Folks
Santa Claus Forgot" grades three and
four; music-harmonica band, grades
three and four; -Four Christmas
Cards." grades five and six; Christ
mas carols-high school girls; pa
geant-"Oh Holy Night" grades seven
and eight. ALI are welcome.
High School.
The Finlayson basketball teams
won a double-header from Bruno Fri
day, Dec. II. The score of the girls
game was % to 10, and of the boys
26 to 2. The girls game was fast and
exciting. At the end of the half, the
score was tied at II all. The rest of
the game was furious battle with
neither team holding any decided ad-
vantage. Finlayson finally emerged
victorious by a score of % to 10. The
Bruno boys were decidedly off form,
and playing against the fast Finlayson
team they could do nothing. Despite
this sound trouncing the boys are not
dOwn-hearted and are determined to-
prove that they can play, a better
brand of basketball than they dis
played Friday. The starting lineup
for the Bruno girls was as follows:
M. Wiederholt, L. Rupp, A. Schrader,
E. Berglund, Howey, and 1. Charpen-
tier; for Finlayson: Frohreich, Clan
vile, G. Faudskar, J. Ojala, Fredrick-
son, and Johnson. The lineup of the
Bruno boys was: H. Pearson, C. Ro-
denberger, H. Nelson, H. Plaisted, ].
Pearson; for Finlayson: Bergseth, B.
Arth, Wallio, Norback, and Holstein.
The biology class received a variety
of gold fish the past week and have
fixed up a balanced aquarium. 1t is
source of interest to the pupils of
the entire school.
Committees have been appointed in
each class to prepare a Christmas
program to be given in the high
school assembly Friday afternoon.
The following new books have been
received in the library recently: Book
of Courage" Hagedorn; rabbit Wind
MILL" Dillingham;; "The Worlds
Great Adventure" Miller; Betsy
Ross" Parry; wonder Book of Knowl-
edge," Hill.
The high school will hold candy
sale in connection with the school
Christmas program Thursday evening.
The proceeds will go to the general
fund for school activities.
Primary.
Fairies are busy wrapping their
packages. Santa watches his Wicked
Night-Wind fairy. Earth children are
wondering what the packages contain.
Everyone is helping with their part
to make the primary operetta, "The
Busy Christmas Fairies" a success.
Fifth and Sixth.
We have our tree and it is trimmed.
The art classes have finished their
Christmas gifts of pincushions. toys,
and holders.
The girls are busy making their
own costumes for our Christmas pro-
gram.
Askov American., 1931-12-17
ThiSWOman l0St
Cabs. of Fat

Mrs. H. Price of Woodside, L. l.,
writes: "A year ago l weighed 100
lbs.> l started to take Kruschen and
now l weigh 126 and never felt bet
ter in my life and what's more, l
look more like 20 years old than the
mother of children, one 10 and the
other IS. Every one of my friends
say it's marvellous the way l re-
duced."
To lose fat with speed take a half
teaspoonful of Kruschen in a glass
of hot water before breakfast every
morning-don't miss a morning-an
50 cent bottle Lasts weeks-get it at
Pine City Agent, Prochaska's Phar-
macy; Sandstone Agent, Sandstone
Drug Co.; Hinckley Agent, Hinckley
Drug Co., or any drug store in Amer
ica- If not joyfully satisfied after the
first bOttle-money back.
Askov American., 1931-12-17

The bold idealism of today may
seem mere common sense tomorrow
H. G. Wells.
Askov American., 1931-12-17
Let Me Walk With the Man In the Road

1t is only half truth the poet has sung
Of the house by the side of the way
Our Master had neither house home,
But lie walked with the crowd day by day
And | think, when l read of the poets desire,
That house by the road would be good;
But service is found in it's tenderest form,
When walk with the crowd in the road.
So l say let me walk with the in the road;
Let me seek out the burdens that crush;
Let me speak kind word of good cheer to the weak
Who falling behind in the rush.
There are wounds to healed there breaks must mend
There's cup of cold water to give;
And the man in the road by the side of his friend
Is the who has just learned to live.
Then tell me no of the house by the road
There is only place | can live
1t is there with the throng who are tolllng along,
Who needing the cheers can give
1t is pleasant to live in the house by the way;
Be a FRIEND the poet has said
But the Master is bidding us Bear We their oad
For your wateth yonder ahead
| could not remain in the house by the road
And watch the toilers go
Their faces beclouded with pain and with sin;
So burdened, their strength nearly gone.
will 90 to their side and will speak in good cheer;
| will help them to carry the load.
And I'll pity the in the house by the way
AS walk with the crowd in the road
Out there in the road that goes by the house.
Where the poet is singing his song,
III walk and III work through the heat of the day,
AS help falling brothers along.
Too busy to live in the house by the way;
Too happy for such an abode
And my heart sings it's praise to the Master of all,
Who is helping serve IN the road
Author Unknown.
Askov American., 1931-12-17

st. PauPS Ev. Luth. Church, Bruno.
missouri Synod
Sunday, Dec. 20, German services at
200 p. m. English services at 2:3O.
Christmas services in English at
2:30 p. m. Friday, Dec. 25.
e. G.. HALLSTEIN, Pastor.
Askov American., 1931-12-17

Manger," Jean Chollett, Elaine and
Donna Steen; reading, "The Grim"
Donna Steen; piano solo, Mrs. Swan
son; mouth organ solo, Carl Peterson;
song, Jingle Bells" the club.
Songs were sung after the program
by the boys and girls with Donna
Steen playing the piano. A delicious
lunch was served to everyone present.
The Cloverdale club would like to
have other boys and girls in their
community join them.
Askov American., 1931-12-17
Aku1zsM;ze~4%-

A club calling itself, The Mime
sofa Roosevelt Club, Inc, has recently
opened headquarters at 638 Hamm
Building in st. Paul and is sponsor
ing the nomination and election Of
Franklin D. Roosevelt for president
of the United States, The club will
Democratic organization. The incor-
porators are, E. G. Quamme, presi-
dent, former president of the Federal
Land Bank; Mrs. c. Cartwright, first
vice president; Andrew Nelson of Du-
luth, second vice president, Demo-
cratic candidate for governor in 1928;
Joseph C. Lenihan. secretary; and
John ]. Courtney, treasurer.
Askov American., 1931-12-17
BRUNO

Hattie, Leonard and Lucille Skinner
took part in the program Wednesday
evening of last week at the Swedish
Lutheran church. There were three
others from Hinckley, and Mr.. Skin
ner. The talk by Leonard, the music,
and the singing by all was greatly
enjoyed and appreciated.
Miss Mary Murphy served banquet
lunch to the Finlayson people after
the basketball game Friday evening.
There were 35 here from Finlayson to
attend the games.
Sheriff H. Rypkema of Hinckley,
was in town Monday.
Arthur Dvorak drove to the city
last week. Leo Olson accompanied
him and remained for the week.
Mr.. Starch, the Rev. Martin John
son, Mr.. Darling, and Harold Plaisted
attended the South District conven-
tion Friday at Rock Creek.
Word was received from Mrs. Bade
Monday that she safely arrived in San
Diego last Thursday.
Bert Kile went to Mason City, Iowa,
d
day.
Mr.. Bearson was in Cloquet one day
last week.
Mrs. j. H. Lingren was very sick
Sunday evening and Monday. She
was able to sit up some Tuesday.
Francis Starch of Glenn, was here
one day last week to see his folks and
Allen Starch returned with him to
help him with his building.
Mrs. Walter Hammer returned last
week from the cities, where she had
spent two weeks with her son and
friends.
Mr.. Brandt, who died recently, was
a very hard working man, had his
farm nearly all cleared and cultivated
for some years. He was one of those
who helped to get the creamery start
ed here and has since its organization
been a member of the board. He was
very active in church work and was
one of the faithful officers of his
church. He was highly respected by
all and is great loss to the people
in his church, to his neighbors and
friends. He expressed himself many
ready and waiting to depart as there
was nothing that could be done more
than had been and of no avail to re-
store his health. The sympathy of
the many friends and neighbors goes
out to those left.
To
of Bruno, are the proud parents of
seven pound daughter born at 10 a. m.
Tuesday. Mother and baby are doing
fine.
The Bruno boys basketball team
played Hinckley Tuesday evening, and
large number of Bruno people went
to Hinckley to attend the game. Mr..
and Mrs. Francis Pearson, Carl
ton Stafford, Charles Ames, Mr.. and
Mrs. Englund and Warren, Miss Mary
Murphy, Miss Weber, and Miss Men,
ike were among those who attended.
Miss Anna Brandt is spending a
few weeks in Superior.
The barber shop will be closed
Thursday noon, Dec. "a, until after
Christmas. 25w14-1t
st. PauPs Ev. Luth. Church, Bruno.
missouri Synod)
Sunday, Dec. 20, German services at
200 p. m. English services at 2:30.
Christmas services in English at
2:30 p. m. Friday, Dec. 25.
e. G. HALLSTEIN, Pastor
The bold idealism of today may
Askov American., 1931-12-17
Only 10 more days to do your Christmas shopping

December "Chike"
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161 only S9c with
other purchase
Misses
Picture, 17Ax21A $0O All
S9c Watch
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Mixed Cherries,
Holiday
Topped, Brittle,
Spanish
Mixture) 23c
Roasted Jumbo Peanuts &c.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-03-17
GREEN TO TESTIFY
AT WAR HEARINGS
Mai. Gen. C. C. Williams Also
to Give Views-Meyer Holds
Cost Taught Lesson.

William Green, president of the
American Federation OF Labor, and Mai
Gen. Clarence c. williams, retired, for
mer chief of ordnance, viii be heard
this afternoon, when hearings are re-
sumed by the War Policies Commission,
appointed to consider plans for equaliz-
ing burdens and minimizing profits in
the event Of future wars.
The last war taught the world a
lesson about the cost of such a conflict
which would be powerful deterrent
against such hostilities in future, the
commission was told yesterday by Eu-
gene Meyer, governor of the Federal
Reserve Board.
Testifying before the War Policies
Commission. the governor Of the Fed
Stal Reserve Board and former director
OF the War Finance Corporation said
that experience had taught that war is
ps well as losers"
War Cost SlS6, 1000. OOO, 900.
IF don't say there will never be an
ether war" Meyer said, but there Is
40 immediate prospect of one and l
dent see that any is coming for long
while"
Meyer testified the late war cost the
world $186, 900 000,000 equal to the en-
tire wealth of the United States in 1912,
and that 1t cost this country alone
$23.O00,000,O0o.
He said the details of financing
war cannot be planned in advance and
, recommended that enactment of legiS
}lstion providing for such financing
should await the emergency.
Wants Bills Drafted.
Meanwhile however, he said. general
plans could be made so that legisla-
ton would be ready for presentation to
Congress at the outbreak of hostilities.
Meyer testified the Governments
agencies for financing the World War
and regulating private financial opera
tons were adequate and could be used
as a model for a future conflict He
added that finance was not the CON
trolling factor" In war and that ma
tons would continue hostilities as long
as their man power, material and mo-
Eale lasted
Charles B. Robbins, chairman of the
National Defense Committee of the
American Legion and former Assistant
Secretary of War, recommended price
fixing to take profit out Of war;
Would Register Civilians.
He urged the creation Of a peace
time organization similar to the War
Industries Board to be ready to take
over control of prices at the outbreak
of a conflict and raise finances for con-
Quoting the war.
Robbins also advocated the registra-
ton of all civilians in time of war, but
opposed drafting capital and labor.
A. H. Griswold, vice president of the
International Telephone & Telegraph
Co., testified communication companies
should be left under private ownership
during a war. but regulated, if neces-
sary, by the Government.