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The Washington times., 1931-10-26
Doubts Veracity

Doubts Veracity
what kind Of bunk are you
handing us these days?" he in
uuired. DO you expect people
to believe the kind Of junk you
printed this morning? Get
wise to yourself"
I tried to explain to him
that practically all of my
stories had some basis in fact.
But Jack would have none Of
it. He gave me a lengthy lee
ture and departed.
Some three weeks later, l
again encountered him in front
of the Variety office. It SO hap
pened that, on that particular
morning, I had printed a yarn
that I didn't believe myself. I
told the folks that very fact in
my first paragraph-and I
added that I printed the story
only because of its unusual
twist.
Liked the Story
If I expected Mr.. Pulaski to
give me the devil again, I was
doomed TO disappointment.
= "Great stuff this morning,
Mark" he chirped. Glad to
see my little talk had some ef-
feet. Give them truth. That's
what they want"
And ever since then, I've
given up caring whether people
believed me or not. It's just
no USE.
But let me get back to my
story. About Is years ago. an
illiterate little man appeared at
a. coast resort not many miles
from New York and looked
around him. This man had no
education. He could neither
write nor read. But he was
a gambler and a schemer. He
would either die a penniless
vagabond or q multi-millionalre'
For the purpose of this story
let's refer to him as Joe.
Joe had an idea that this
coast resort would some day be
a great gathering spot for
wealthy New Workers. he
figured but the town needed q
huge pier that would exteno
into the ocean.
In the back OF his dome
was another idea in connection
with the pier. In enc portion
of it, he would open q magnll.
cent gambling room. This would
be his chief source Of revenue.
Dream Comes True
Joe didn't have the money to
RsNS Att ~aSa~ AS q matter
The Washington times., 1931-10-26

of property values in this town
shooting up to the skies. Think
of boats from New York dock
ing at our pier every three
hours.
I'm three years we will be
sharing millions"
Venture Is Failure
The construction man wav.
cred. This illiterate little man
with the dynamic personality
was selling him-and selling
him hard. In the end, he con-
sented to go into the PROPOSE
ton. And from that day, his
life was one series Of m1sfor-
tunes.
Part of the pier went up.
Money was needed. A. small
amusement park was started.
The construction man gave his
son a job as manager Of the
park. The boy tried out q new
roller coaster. The brakes
failed to hold. Panic-stricken,
the boy stood up while the car
was going down a steep in
cline. He was decapitated.
Just when his partner needed
him most, Joe left him. He
saw the handwriting on the
wall-and even though he
couldn't read, he knew what it
meant. He took every dollar
he could possibly lay his hands
on and caught the first boat
for Europe.
The Washington times., 1931-10-26

Monday at 7. That's the hour
the new chewing gum subsidy
plans to start its campaign to
The Washington times., 1931-10-26

Gavin Muir, the actor, will di-
rect Listen Genius" the comedy
which Albert Bannister plans TO
put in production next week.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
ANNOUNCE CAST
TO APPEAR IN
RUNSEY PLAY

Leroy Rumsey's latest play. The
Countess" is TO be produced in St.
Mary's hall on Monday and Tues
day Of next week, February 16 and
II.
This sparkling comedy in three
acts. written by the talented local
boy. will provide a delightfully."-
amusing evening for those attend
ing. The play is under the capa-
bic direction of Mrs. Marie L.
Graves and Is being enacted by a
competent cast.
Those who will appear in The
Countess" are: Joe Kinsey as Sui
Ivan Robinson, Miss Annie La
Frankie as Angelyn Robinson, Miss
Camenta Coomes as Mrs. Robin
son, Miss Mary Kate Stewart as
Countess Louise, Miss Marie Graves
as Geraldine Jackson, Jerry Dugan
as Robert Robinson. Miss Anna COL
Inns as Mrs. Robert Robinson, Ger
aid Coomes as Robbins. and Carl
Hardy as Cook.
A cordial invitation is extended
to the public to witness the play
and much interest is attached in
the play, not only because of its
intrinsic merits. but because it has
been written by an FL Centran.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
JUNIOR SOCIETY
GUESTS AT P4RTi

A Valentine party was given re-
Gently by Ethel Cross for the men,
bers of the junior Christian En-
deayor of the Presbyterian church
the affair taking place at her home
642 Wensley avenue.
Decorations in red and white and
lovely red roses carried out the
Valentine theme as did the games
and refreshments enjoyed during
the evening. Prizes awarded to the
winners Of the various contests
were received by Gwendolyn Bib
bins, Elizabeth Meyer and Donalda
Cameron
Among those invited to the party
were Gwendolyn Bibbins. Elizabeth
Meyer. Donalda Cameron, Malcolm
Mckenzie, Bill Thackery, Jane Veg
elm. Billy FoSs. Bert Gibson, Bill
Holt. Russell Morrison, Vernon Hill
Pauline Mathes. James Carter
Harriet Bibbins. Dorothy Lou Gill
lam. Katherine Nuffer. Margaret
Loud. Geraldine Johnston. Georgi-
ana Sones. Helen Dowd, Kathleen
MacIvor. Calvin Smith.
The young hostess was assisted
by her mother, Mrs. Fred Cross and
by Mrs. Harrie o. Wood and Mrs.
John S. A. Gum.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
FORM PRESSING
ON MEMS SUITS

Four machines TO press a coat!
Shoulders, collar and fronts re-
shaped into their natural contours.
Women folk always notice the diff
ference. Collars are not seretched
out of shape, but are actually
shrunk back to tit the neck. The
shoulders have that smooth, firm
appearance only obtainable in new
garments. The fronts will never
break because they. too, are re-
nodded back as the tailor fashioned
them
The price is no more. The diff
ference is worth while. This is an
exclusive feature at the Marsh Dry
Cleaners.
Location, Barbara Worth Hotel
Building, Phone 435. ADV.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
Produce Ladies Meet
For Bridge Luncheon

Mrs. John Zenos won high score
prize at the bridge luncheon spon-
sored yesterday by the produce
ladies OF the valley and held at The
Barbara Worth hotel. Second prize
was won by Mrs. l.. Fontana, third
BY Mrs. E. o. Carter, and consola-
ton by Mrs. Frank Schoenfelder.
The women met for luncheon IN
the main dining room and spent the
afternoon on the mezzanine floor
where the bridge game was enjoyed
A number of BraWley women at
tended the event and the next one
will be held in that city one week
from Thursday, February 10.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
". T.. MISSIONARY
SOCIETY MEETING

Mrs. R. H. Maddox entertained
the members of the Christian Mis-
sionary society at her home, j7l
Hamilton avenue, yesterday fater-
noon.
A pot-luck luncheon was served
at noon, after which the regular
business session was held, during
which time plans for the Charles
Reign Scoville eyangelistic services
were discussed.
A letter from the Massey home
in San Gabriel, thanking the So
ciety for the Christmas donations
was read, and deYotionals were lead
by Mrs. Jerry Sweeney.
Mrs. Charles Collier was in charge
OF the program, whose general
theme was Indian Papers, were
read by Mrs. Maddox and by Mrs
r. E. Daniels, while V. E. Butter
worth, pastor. gave a short talk
General discussion followed.
The next meeting will be held al
the church and will be al all day
affair.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
BABY CLINIC PROVES VALUABLE
IN GIVING HEALTH fNFORMA TION

First Of the many baby confer
ences which are to be given under
the auspices OF the county health
department was that held Monday
and Tuesday of this week at the
Americanization cottage where IS
babies were examined by Dr. E. L
Hainsworth.
DR.. Warren T. Fox. county health
officer. secured the services Of Dr.
Hainsworth for the health clinic at
the fair. and also for this confer
ence.
Prior to the Christmas holidays.
Miss Francis Ostberg, health nurse,
conducted examinations and found
many of the infants ailing and un-
dernourished. Through the gener-
osity of the w. c. T. u. money for
cod liver oil fund was furnished
and upon the examinations by
DR. Hainsworth. only two cases out
OF the 35 needed special attention.
Showing the value of these ex-
aminations, one baby examined at
Christmas time. weighed only three
pounds and it was feared the child
might die. Correct care and diet
were prescribed and after two
months period that child now
weighs seven pounds and IS gain
ing steadily.
Children are given a complete
physical examination. every mother
is keeping a baby book with her
child's record and the physician's
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
EXACT METHOD OF
ROASTING COFFEE
PERFECTs FLAVOR
Controlled Roasting, Patented
by Hills Bros, Gives Flavor
No Other Coffee Has

To sip a cup of Hills Bros. Coffee
after drinking other brands Is a
most revealing experience. There is
a wealth of full-bodied, savory fia-
vor that is almost startling. What's
more, it is different flavor.
The way Hills Bros. Coffee is
roasted is responsible for this de-
liciously different goodness. In
stead of being roasted in bulk--as
most coffees are-Hills Bros rare
blend passes through the roasters,
evenly-continuously-a little at u
time.
The chief factor in the success
of this process is the perfect control
of the flow of coffee and of the heat.
This insures an even roast such as
the bulk method can never equal.
The ultimate result is u matchless,
uniform flavor in every pound.
In order to keep their delicious
coffee fresh, Hills Bros. pack it in
vacuum. Air, which destroys the
flavor of coffee, is completely ex-
tracted from the can, and kept out
by this process. Ordinary cans,
even if air-tight, do not keep coffee
fresh. Ask for Hills Bros. Coffee
by name and look for the Arab
the trade -mark-on the can. Sold
everywhere by grocers.
Hills Bros. Coffee, Inc, Los
Angeles, Calf. Glssl
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
DINNER PARTY
PRECEDES DANCE

Mr.. ard Mrs. L. r Philley pre-
sided at a craininely appointed din
ner last night, the affair taking
place at their home 643 Wensley
avenue.
The Valentine motif was effec-
lively carried out in the table de-
corations, red and white sweet peas
red candles. nut cups. and Vaien-
tine place cards making a pretty
picture.
Following the dinner the guests
motored to the Ten Thousand club
for the Entire Nos dance there.
Those present at this delightful
dinner party were Mr. and Mrs. w.
L. Bennington Jr. of Calexico, Mr..
and Mrs. Bion Bibbins, Mr.. and Mrs.
Z. L. Carson. Mr.. and Mrs. Fred
Kenyon. Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Scheni-
man and the hosts.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
ENTIRE NOS DANCE -
HELD LAST NIGHT

Strings of req nearts decorated
the Ten Thousand club house and
were the central theme in the
charming Valentine decorate 0 n S
which featured the Entire Nos club
dance last night.
Match dances were unusually at
, tractive. a gaily decorated post
office was found in one corner OF
the big auditorium and each guest
called for his mail, an attractive
Valentine, which he had TO match
in order to find his partner for the
next dance. Partners were also
found by matching tiny arrows to
bright red hearts.
Credit for this delightful dance
! lies at the door of the committee
headed by Mr.. and Mrs. William
Ohmstede, and composed of Mir
and Mrs. j. b. McNeece, Mr. and
Mrs. B. o. Mitchell and Mr. and
Mrs. l.. l.. Hauck.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
MODEL BEDROOM
SHOWN AT FAIR

A dainty bedroom in cream and
green. designed according to the
latest principles of practical and
comfortable home decorating win
capture the heart Of every woman
that stops TO look at the farm
home department booth At the
county fair.
Bright colored cretonnes form the
window draperies and those for
the pretty dressing table, and also
make charming dress and laundry
bags for the model closet. This
latter. with its built in chest of
drawers, its shoe rack. shelf for
hats, long rail for clothes hangers,
is built for convenience and will
offer many suggestions 10 the house
wife for moderniZ!ng her OWE bed
room and closet
Practical suggestions to be con-
sidered in purchasing linens and
bedding, the location of the bed
and the type TO be used are given
on interesting charts as we'll as
other valuable bits of information.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
LOCAL LEADERS
ADDRESS JUNIOR
CHAMBER MEET

Mayor II. w Fawcett and r. 3.
Whitelaw. president of the FL Gen.
tro Chamber OF Commerce, were
principal speakers at the breakfast
meeting of the Junior Chamber OF
Commerce in the Barbara Worth
this morning
Both talked on the coming re-
eional convention of the national
Junior Chambers of Commerce, TO
be held here March T. Fawcett
urged that all members OF the junior
chamber support the committees ap-
pointed TO arrange the program, III
every way possible. He told OF the
advantages OF Fl Centro as a con-
yention city.
Whitelaw pledged the support of
the senior chamber of commerce to
the Juniors in putting their conyen-
ton over, and spoke of the methods
to be used in conducting the confer
ence.
Mel King was in charge of the
program today and turned the gavel
over to Russell Lewis as chairman.
Cal Rector furnished entertainment
for the meeting consisting OF sew
eral numbers b. Don Igoe S Bar
bara Worth orchestra and two vocal
selections by Tony Nichols.
Russell Kliegel, president of the
junior chamber, told members OF
plans which have been made tor
the convention to be held here, stat
ing that it is developing into q much
larger affair than was expected
Representatives from Arizona,
New Mexico, Nevada. Utah. Oregon
and California will be present, ne
said. The president also told OF the
program arranged for the confer
ence. which will last for three days,
with the business session taking up
cne day The business meeting vii!
start at 10 o clock, March T.
IN closing the meeting, the presl-
dent announced that a pep meeting
will be held at $50 tonight in the
Barbara Worth, with members of
the junior chamber, the senior
chamber and other Ell Centre serv-
ice clubs present.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
&. E. SONES HOSTS
TO OCATfLLO CLUB

Ocatillo club members met last
night with Mr. and Mrs. c. z. Sones
at their home, 665 Wensley avenue.
Red and white sweet peas and
tall red tapers were used in the
pretty decorations which were in
keeping with Valentines day.
Bridge was enjoyed during the eve
ming after which refreshments were
served.
Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. j. Dowd were
guests OF the hosts and club mem
bers present were Mr.. and Mrs. w.
w. McEuen, Mr.. and Mrs. Joe z.
King. Mr. and Mrs. II G. Jones,
Mr.. and Mrs j. z. Brock and Mr..
and Mrs Sones.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
REFRIGERATION OF
CHURCH PLANNED

Complete redecoration of the inte-
rior of ST. Paul IS Episcopal church
is the goal which the guild men,
bers have set for themselves and
which they hope to achieve this year
Plans for the project occupied the
guild meeting held yesterday at the
w. A. Tondro home. 525 Wensley
avenue, and much enthusiasm for
the work was in evidence. At the
conclusion OF the session tea was
served by the hostess.
Guild members present were Mes
danes Norman Lombard. c. S.
Thatcher. T. B. Pasteur. L. S. Boug-
Ter, I. A. Thomas. Roy E. Breedlove,
I. E. Leath, c. w Baker, B. F.
Whiting, the hostess, and Rev. c.
W. Baker. vicar of ST. Paul S.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
ScOriiie To ArriUe In
Ell Centre Next Week

Another of the Scoville rallies
being conducted by the State Street
Christian church in anticipation OF
the services to be held soon by
Charles Reign Scoyille, evangelist
will take place tonight at $50, al
632 Orange, at which service all in.
terested are invited to attend.
Scoville, with a party of four, !!
expected to arrive in Ell Centro neXi
week, the exact date as yet being
unknown. lie will conduct evangel'
istic services at the State Stree
Christian church.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
BY SISTER MARY
NEA Service Writer

AJANY mothers are faced with
VI the problem of serving a
wholesome noon meal TO children
while the hearty family dinner
must be planned for evening.
Since the modern rule is meat
only once a day, nourishing dish
concocted without meat must be
provided FOR the noon meal if
meat is wanted for the family din
ner.
However dishes of this sort
often are rather tedious TO make
and are not easily and quickly di-
gested. No busy housewife likes
10 spend much time over the pre-
para ton of the noon meal. but one
hot nourishing dish must be sup
piled.
Soup Combinations
Tomato soup-left-over from a
previous meal or canned and
freshly opened-is p decided hell
in the quick preparation of appe-
tizing luncheon dishes. One cup
OF well-seasoned tomato soup goes
far toward adding zest 10 many
concoction and uses TO advantage
this delectable bit that might
otherwise go unused. Cheese and
tomato combinations furnish much
nourishment. and if soup is used
the scook will spend hut a short
time in their preparation.
Savory spinach is another excel
lent luncheon dish for children.
The combination of rice ana spin
ach is particularly desirable from
Il dietetic standpoint. The rice
absorbs the spinach Juice and the
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
SEWING CLUBS
EXHIBIT WORK

Dainty garments in an array of
colors and styles are displayed ON
racks at the farm bureau booth by
the All sewing clubs.
These items are the work of the
young club members and are inter-
esting proof of their skill and
ability. The beginners have enter
ed simpler articles which are nicely
made and the older and more ad-
vanced students have exhibited
dresses, aprons, underclothine. pa
jamas and numerous other articles
For the greater part, the girls in
the All club work have entered the
sewing clubs. but there are a few
adventurous ones who have follow
ed the boys in entering agricultur
al and live stock exhibits in the
fair.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
KNIGHTS TENPLAR
BAIL TOMORROW

Knights Templar will entertain
tomorrow night with their annual
bali following the public instalia-
ton OF officers at the Masonic Tem-
pie.
The ball this year will be informal
and is expected to attract q large
number Of visitors from all parts OF
the valley.
Special music viii be provided for
entertainments during the evening
and punch will be served.
Those in charge state that the
installation ceremonies will be con-
cluded in ample Tune to permit
dancers a long evening OF enjoy
ment.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
TIPICA ORCHESTRA
TO GIVE CONCERT

Music lovers of the valley are re-
minded Of the two concerts to be
given Sunday, in the Calexico high
school auditorium by the Tipica or
chestra of Mexico which occupies
the place in that country held by
the y. S. Marine Band.
"The Presidents own, this band,
in its colorful costumes. with its
string instruments, including the
psalteries and marimba. with its
program of characteristic Mexican
melodies, presents a delightful and
well executed performance.
In addition to the orchestral Sc
lections. singers and dancers will
be presented and those attending
are certain Of an enjoyable eve
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11

recommendations in regard to diet.
and the Improvement in health
conditions is remarkable. Expect
ant mothers also have received val
liable information from DR.. Hams
worth
Similar clinics will be conducted
in various parts of the county under
the supervision OF the health de-
partment. These conferences are
educational in aim and are de-
signed TO give infants a good start
in life from the health point of
view.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
Presbyterian Guild TO
Sponsor Church DiRHeI

Since their recent church pot luck
dinner proved so successful, the
members of the Presbyterian guild
voted to hold another on March 20,
at their regular monthly meeting
held yesterday in the church.
Luncheon was served at tables at
tractively decorated in red sweet
peas to harmonic with Valentines
day. Luncheon hostesses were Mes
danes Earl Trey, Sam James, For
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11

several hours. Mince bacon and
put into q deep. closely-covered
sauce pan. Cook over a slow fire
until fat is tried out and bacon is
crisp. Add celery, onion minced,
spinach and rice. Cook closely
covered for thirty minutes. Season
with pepper and Worcestershire
sauce. Stir in cheese and serve as
soon as cheese is melted.
No water is added unless the
rice does not become tender in the
spinach Juice.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
Antigone Studied By
Literature Section

A regular meeting Of the Liter
ature section OF the Woman'5 Ten
Thousand club was held yesterday
morning in the club house tea
room, the members continuing their
study of Greek tragedy under the
direction of Mrs. w. c. Costello.
Sophocles' "Antigone" was read
and commented upon by members
of the group and at the next meet
ing. the study of this drama will
be cOnlpleted.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
5;:.. S:;. OF Interest to Women 5:;::: :;:::
Churches
Schools
MENUS FOR THE FAMILY

full value OF the vegetable Is pre-.
served.
Savory Spinach
Two pounds spinach, 1-2A cup
diced celery. ] large onion, IL
cup rice. thin slices bacon. ,
tablespoons grated cheese, / tea
spoon worcestershire sauce, few
grains white pepper.
Wash spiuach through many
waters. Wash rice and let stand
in luke warm water 10 cover for
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11

to fit the top of the table within an
inch or two of the edge, or cloth
of fine linen with open work or IN
sets of lace are also popular
Table decorations are practically
the same for dinner: flowers or a
silver ornament in the center, dishes
with flowers, fruit, or candy at the
corners.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
STANDARD RULES
OF ETIQUETTE

Question: How should the table
be set for a luncheon?
Answer: A plain damask table
cloth appropriate for dinner is never
used for luncheon. Doilies are used,
or, if the table is the refectory type,
9 runner may be used A tablecloth
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11
Daily Menu

BREAKFAST - California
grapes. cereal, cream. tomato
omelet crisp toast, milk, cof-
Zee.
LUNCHEON-Savory spin
ach, prune and peanut butter
sandwiches, cinnamon apples,
oatmeal drop cookies, milk,
tea.
DINNER: Casserole of rab-
bit. mashed potatoes. creamed
turnips. head lettuce with
chiffonade dressing, apple pie,
milk, coffee.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11

ming. Tickets may be secured at
Clements drug store and the con-
certs will be at o'clock Sunday
afternoon at 8, Sunday evening.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-02-11

rest Kutz, A. L. Lackey, j. S. Ca
meron. c. F. Wegelin, and Harrie
.. Wood.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-28
Science
Population Of World Centers
In Cities at Varied Rate.

The worlds population is concen-
trsting In cities. but at very uneven
rate for different continents.
This is revealed In an analysis OF
population trends by DR.. Mark Jeffer-
son of the Michigan State Normal Col
lege in the Review Of the American
Geographical Society.
The number OF cities of more than
100000 population. he shows, has dou-
bled more than four times in the past
125 years. Australia now has 8
such cities, North America, 90; Europe,
1872; South America, 20; Asia, 224. and
Africa, pa total Of 537 for the whole
world. These cities include 100000
of the worlds 1892. 00o, 900 people.
Australia leads with "A per cent Of
her population concentrated in her
cities and North America follows with
"a per cent Europe, with nearly twice
as many cities of 100000 or more as
North America, has only 19 per cent
urban dwellers. Nearly IL per cent of
South Americans are city folks, but
only little more than per cent of
the teeming millions of Asia are found
in the 224 great cities. OF the 1872
600, 900 persons who inhsbit Africa only
about per cent are in the cities.
T. r. H.