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The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
WHAT IS MONEY?

5
1t the butcher, the baker and the
eandlestick maker, employing that nur-
sury-rhyme phrase to denote everybody in
business, accepted certain type of pebble
IN payment for goods, that pebble would
be Just as good in trade as genuine coin
of the realm"
The same principle applies to city
scrip which is just as good money if
everybody accepts it.
So it behoover the business men
and residents generally of Key West,
# they wish to increase the amount
Of money ID local circulation and CON
sequently enhance trading, to accept the
scrip that has been issued by the city.
This assurance can be given the peo-
pie of Key West: whenever piece of scrip
Of either dollar or so cents denomination
has the required amount of stamps on it,
It is worth its face value in money of the
United States.
The reason for that assurance is be-
cause every cent that is paid for stamps
is placed in fund for the eventual re-
demption of the scrip. All one has to do,
when his scrip is covered with stamps, is
to present it to the city treasury for pay
fnent in real money.
City officials have requested that
whenever . piece of scrip is used, a stamp
be placed On it in the presence of the per-
son receiving the scrip. If that precaution
is taken, everybody who handles the scrip
will be paying his part, which is two per
cent on each dollar, toward the turning of
the scrip into real money. Further, it will
mean the purchasing of more stamps
which is the most important factor in
popularizing the scrip.
According to city officers, wholesale
grocers in Key West have agreed to ac-
cept certain percentage of scrip from
the retailers, which justifies the latter in
accepting scrip up to that amount. If that
practice becomes general, all of the scrip
issued from time to time can be accepted
in local trade without adversely affecting
its equilibrium, because at no time will
there be more scrip in circulation than a
small amount of the money used in trans
acting local business.
The success or the failure of the scrip
rests entirely with the people Of Key West
themselves IL they accept it readily, it
will be decided success. SO much so that
it will not be long before it will be re-
ceived as readily as money.
And as it will then meet every re-
quirement locally as money does, dollar
Of scrip, except for the two-cent stamp.
will be just as good as dollar bill, be-
cause any kind of money, whether it is a
pebble or gold, is just as good as any other
kind, if it can pay a dollar debt or buy a
dollars worth of goods.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
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TODAY'S HOROSCOPE

The general character Of this
day is independent and domineer-
ing. Since there is a tendency
to dig deep into mysterious thinks,
or perhaps to use various means
or uncommon channels to gain
your ends, proper appreciation
may not be gained from your as
sociates and there Is danger of
consequent neglect by them. This
will not necessarily cause much
worry, but you should try to avoid
this lack Of appreciation in order
10 receive the reward to which you
are entitled. fCopyrighted).
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
TODAY'S WEATHER

and Friday, showers and thunder
storms Friday, and probably in
north and central positions to-
night.
Jacksonville to Florida Straits:
Moderate winds, mostly east or
southeast and partly overcast
tonight and Friday; prob
ably showers over north norton.
East Gulf: Moderate south
east winds, probably fresh at times
over northwest portion.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Ladies' and gentlemen, come
right this way
We have a rare spectacle for you
today"
So says a barker, and Puff turns
to see,
And says, 1--WE good oversight, so
he can't mean mev'
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

A nice specimen Of permit was
taken by d member Of the camp
employees. the catch tipping the
scales at rs pounds. 1t il 10 be
mounted and added to the collec-
ton which already adorns the liv-
ing room OF the camp
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

For the first three months in
1929 building permits totalled 1t;1,
according to the records in the Of
flee Of Ralph Pinder. These per-
mits indicate an expenditure of
slO5.3 e5 on the part Of the own
ers.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Miss Dorothy Park. f4Ol New
ton street, viii entertain members
Of her sewing circle 1t her home
4 30 o'clock this afternoon. There
viii be fourteen in the circle Of
which Dorothy Archer i president
and Ruth Davis. treasurer.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Mrs. n. G. West. who was yes
terday visiting her husband. mani
nger 81 the Texas on compaAy. on
the Porter Dock. lost = diamond
ring while walking along the string
piece. The water i Is feet deep
at the point where the ring was
lost. William NFckers this morn
ing Owed into the water and On
the first attempt recovered the
ring.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

The engagement Of Miss Gladys
Tngraham and Eugene Russell Of
Islamorada. Il announced, The
wedding date has not been an
nounced. Miss Ingraham Is the
daughter Of Mrs. e. z. Ingraham
Of Key West.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

A The Citizen stated Tuesday that it
pas the only Florida daily that favored
the sales tax. While apparently alone in
s Is field. the following from the Tallahassee
: Democrat is Interesting: Thirty out OF
-ssthe thirty eight senators are supposed 10
--be in favor of some form Of sales tax.
The same rumor also AYERS that the gov
.ernor is not quite as opposed Ia signing
such 4 measure as the public has been led
to believe. Of course veto i i veto, but
Z IN the face Of the majority that Is claimed
I'm the senate. the sales tax opposition
would be in bad way if ANYTHING ike the
same preponderance Of votes were shown
IN the house"
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
WEATHER FORECAST
tTnl S P. nj. Friday

= III = = 2 1EEf = = K1aE3
Key West and Vicinity: Mostly
cloudy tonight and Friday, show
ers and thunderstorms Friday;
moderate winds, mostly southeast
Florida: Mostly cloudy tonight
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Kid Kocha, battling Filipino
from the U. 5. s. Wright. and Kid
Gus Reyes. 81 Key West, win be
featured IN the serni-final bouts
at the Athletic Club arena Monday
night. Kocha II champion Of
the lightweight division Of the At
lantic air squadron. Reyes, Is
years old. promises to give the saiI-
or the fight of his life.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Glenn Skipper, who ran in the last
election trying to get the odd seat in con-
gress was up at Tallahassee the other day
heading an anti-beer delegation. Glenn
nI1rst be going permanently out Of politics.
Miami Post.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Key Wet Catholic Daughters
of America entertained AFEss
Agnes Carsten yesterday II the
X. G. Hut with : surprise shower
IL henor 81 her approaching
marYiare 10 Larry Walkers II TIE
u. s. y. on Monday. April -.
They will uake their home u
Phlladelphin
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Two bids have been received for
the construction of school build
ings on the Keys. says Willard Glib
son, member of the school board,
and it is expected that the awards
will be made at the next meeting
to be held Wednesday Of next
week. Mr.. Gibson says the board
is anxious to have the work start
AZ
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

q The writer has never had such a
thirst for a glass of beer as during the past
few days. Advertising pays Suggest any
thing and it arouses desire Key West
Citizen. Come on up to Jersey the froth
is fine Point Pleasant IN. J.) Leader.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

There Is slight change in the
standing Of he contestants ia tfe
raee for May Queen. Tbs was
realized this smoFning when Miss
Adeline MaibsFg was shown 20
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

have I04 votes. leading Miss Ella
Hackman by two. Others in the
contest are close to the leaders.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Mrs. E. B. Wharton, who has
been a member of the May-Queen
contest committee, has withdrawn
as her sister, Miss Ella Lee Hack
man, is a candidate for queen. She
feels that her position on the COM
mittee might cause unfavOrabIe
criticism.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
Canaan i. ii. wharton. t;enr

& Captain E. B. Wharton, George
Brown and Livingston Yanp.. Jr..
COMMITTEES of three representing
the American Legion last night
discussed the proposition Of spon-
soring Troop i Boy, Scouts. Ii is
understood the Legion will be EN-
powered to sponsor the troup
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Paul Poires, world famous
French FashIon-maker. born Sc
pears ago.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Poison Oak or IVY - relieved
quickly with Imperial Eczema
remedy. Drngeists are authorized
to refund money II 1t fails.-Advt.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Mr.. and Mrs. James r. Henry
arrived by motor from Cuba. en-
route to TT. Lauderdale. ii IS
their intention to rest while at
the camp and take in little
angling. as they are expert with
rod and reel.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

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The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Miami now that Ruth Bryan Owen
has been placed on higher political
pedestal. is shouting loudly about "our
Ruth But Mrs. Owen always referred
to herself as Key Vests Adopted Daugh-
ter," and the island city accepted her as
such with open arms. Key West provedits
loyalty BY giving her d majority vote for
congress while ontheother hand Mimi
for sock her fellow-eitizen Al, The polls.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
KEY WEST
in DAYS GONE BY
happenings Here just 10 Years
Ago Today As Taken From
The Files OF The Citizen

At the regular meeting of the
city council last night, Samuel Cur
ry, city treasurer, reported the
collection of So, 1867 during the
month of March. Collections for
April, it is indicated, will exceed
this amount.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
Representative Hamilton Fish has 4

! goods ON Dictator Machado. and has ex-
: pressed himself in no uncertain terms
= against the merciless tyrant Of Cuba. He
= wanted to interrogate congress few days
!. ago ON the terrorism prevalent in our
!, Z. neighboring republic, but was not permit
; ted 10 speak The time was not oppor-
; tune. After the new American ambassa-
= dor has presented his credentials and has
= been given time to study the situation from
an impartial angle and is then competent
10 advise his government, congress will
take cognizance and better days will come
!. 10 the Pearl Of the Antilles. Esperate.
@tubas
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Local cigar manufacturers. who
have been experiencing an unusual
slump in business, are optimistic
today in view of present indica-
tions for normal restoration Of
business within the next two
weeks. A steady increase in orders
during the past few days is report
ed.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

William II. Davies. noted Eng
lish poet and author. born 60 years
ago.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Interested canvassers claim that there
is only three vote majority in the state
senate on the beer bill. This is a long way
from the required two-thirds majority, but
THINGS may happen whereby the solons
will see it differently. It was that way
with the racing bill last session.
Ea
Snow fell from one to two and one
half inches deep in California Tuesday and
Florida papers scarcely took notice Of it.
instead Of proclaiming this phenomenon
to the world in box car letters. Looks like
dignified way, Or dirty dig whichever
way one wishes to look at it--of calling
. California newspapers attention to the
. glee in which they play up Florida's hur-
ricanes
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

DR.. Arthur w. Gilbert, Mnssa
chusetts' noted Commissioner 81
Agriculture. born DC West Brock.
field, Mass. 81 years ago.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20
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TODAY'S BIRTHDAYS

Harold Lloyd. famed movie
comedian. said to be one Of Amer
ica's richest actors. born at Bur-
chard, Nebr., 80 years ago.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Judge John r. HyIan. Of New
York City. onetime mayor. born At
Hunter, n. r.. 65 years ago.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1933-04-20

Angus w. Mclean, North Caro-
lima governor. onetime lawyer.
Democrat leader. born Id Robe
son Co.. N. G., So years ago.
Evening star., 1933-12-03

be absorbed In the traffic lights and the gear
his lips stuck out and feel ridiculous.
At her door she patted him casually on the
arm when you land in China sailor be sure
to drop cardi"
"Wnat do YOU nneQn when | land In Chha?'
you're going. aren't you9"
Cant be too soon for you. can it?' ground
out Bill. and his common sense told him that
he should have left her then and there. But
he didn't. There was something about Janey
in the dark with her eyes so big and her lips
laughing and yet almost ouivering.
You told me your own self that you were
going to China, and you were going alone. The
best can hope for. then, is a card. Isn't it?"
"Janeyl" He caught her up in his arms.
"Janey, is that the best I can hope for?'
Janey disentangled herself gently.
Remember, Bill" said Janey. st insist on
having my kisses mean something. And ships
and women dont-jibe-"
He stared down at her. Simple Huh.
They Ibe all right for admirals," he
shouted idiotically. And even for lieutenant
commanders"
That's what thought said Janey quietly.
And she opened her door. and closed it behind
her very definitely.
"I know I'm being used" sang Gwen, over
the wires. But it's o. K. Do you want to
go to a party?"
Cant I'm leaving tomorrow China duty"
Bull Murdock told her.
well All the more reason. It's Janey NC
Sherry's party. Comdr. Carey's gonna be there.
and everybody"
Evening star., 1933-12-03
nd sailors must sail, Vnatl'
illustrated By y
DOROTHY URFER

Now that that's out of the way he sug-
gested. easily. suppose we turn to other mat
i11stancer her shining
yellow head came right under his chin
Remember, you're not romantic" Janey
warned.
Bill phoned Gwen the next morning. and
when the hellos had been said, he plunged
right into the real purpose of his call.
Who does Janey McSherry know in this
mans Navy?"
"scads of people," said Gwen. sharply.
"Why?"
who does she know that's got gig, or
motor boat, or something?"
Must be Lieut.. Comdr. Carey"
Aha Tell me more"
"Ask Janey. Ali know Is he's on the Tex
arkana, and he's on the adrnirafs staff"
well, well. Dumb little Janey."
"Not dumb Bill. Simple
Thanks for the info I merely curious
Something she said. Listen, I've got the duty
this week end, and won't be able to make good
on that dancing date we had"
That's all right said Gwen, resignedly.
"Janey has done that to me before" And she
hung up promptly, leaving Bill to ponder either
on the intsx<.on of women. or on the singular
success Of janey McSherry.
Janey wore some sort Of black thing that
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-02-15
YOURSELF
By Alicia Hart
@Io53 bY NfA SERVlcf- INC.

The right astringents will help and not hurt you. The way to use them is to cream your face, instead of washing 1t. First cleanse with Q regulation cleansing cream or To- ton, wiping off the days grime. Then apply rich, heavy cream, work 1t in well, leave 1t on while bathing, or taking nap, and then slap on an astringent, as soon as you have wiped off the cream.
 Mornings, even when you are dashing to work, cream your face with a rich cream. jump under the shower, wipe off the cream and use an astrlngent on your face and neck. It only takes few seconds. Your improved appearance will be worth 1t.
 One of the best astringents comes under the classification of a stimulator. Various of these are on the market. They have zest to them that plain astringents do not have. That is why women over 30 should use them. For the way to keep your face from slipping ont of hand, is to begin work on 1t while .t is still in good shape.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-02-15

How could you hurt me so?" she asked later, responsibility.
 "But darling" "You'll have dinner with me?" her voice was pleading. "Oh, Jerry, say you will! Telephone home. Tell them you'll be there by eight o'clock. That's early! The whole evening will belong to them. Do stay, Jerry"
 "Well, maybe" But later, in her dressing room at the theater, Sheila reviewed the scene uncomfortably. How she had begged him! Her face grew crim- son at the thought. How she had pleaded with him to dine with her! She, Sheila Shayne, who had been so proud of her independence! Leaving Jerry in the lobby, she had hurried to her room, dressed carefully and called Henri, the head waiter. on the telephone. She had given the dinner order. The party was to be at her expense.
 "Melon. Henri, and flllet of sole. Your best salad. An ice. And demi- tasse."
 "In your room, Mis- shayne?" the waiter asked.
 "No. want dinner for two. And the corner table if 1t isn't taken"
 The corner table was cleverly concealed behind palms. Henri himself would serve the dinner. He would see that the food was excel- lent. Saturday night was 8 night of festivlty at the Grandmore. rf,t. nf, IaS Sa aat thnrn Saturdays and music through the dinner hour.
 Seated in the dining room, She looked across at Jerry and was sure he did love her. Maybe" she thought, "he'll come to see me off when the train leaves, after all."
 But Jerry did not suggest 1t. When the dinner was over he es- corted her to the stage door. Sheila clung to him.
 "Goodby, dear" he said softly.
 "Then you can't-?" Her voice broke.
 Jerry shook his head. Don't see how I could make It." He kissed her gently. Where do you play next?"
 Burton"
 "Ah!" Jerry's tone was brighter. He released her arm as a chorus man, whistlng, turned into the al- leyway leading to the stage door.
 Burton! That's only four hours away. Suppose see you-say, Wednesday evening-for dinner?"
 Wednesday they would play a matinee in Burton. It meant a hard day.
 "You stay at the Mansion House, of course?" Jerry went on.
 Shella nodded.
 "Then suppose we make 1t Wednesday. It will be real celc- bration. I'll call you after the show Tuesday night just to remind you"
 As if she neded reminding! That will be fine," Sheila agreed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-02-15
HRYOUR
 CHILDREN
By Olive Roberts Barton
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Barry had always had ear trou- ble, that is, almost ever since ne was born. It just seemed aA though those ears could not De- have. As soon as one intection wore itself out, and Barry too' an- other would begin.
 The doctors and specialists did all they could but 1t wasn't enough. The little fellow suffered and suf- fered and his poor mother and father were almost distracted.
 Of course they took the best care of him possible. Nothing was oyer ioked to keep him safe. He had to wear overshoes on even the incest of days, the ear flaps on his can were always down close to his head so that even the sunlight couldn't get in. He was muffied almost to extinction. He wasn't allowed to sit in a draft, and those around him rushed to close sud- denly-opened doors. Barry was treated like a real invalid.
 Now all these things were right and necessary. But the little fel- low soon got the idea that he was made of wax, or china or some- thing.
 A Young Martyr.
 Moreover all expressions of sy, pathy were music to his sorely. tried ears, when they were not stuffed too full of cotton to hear. "Poor child" Mrs Smith would pat him on the shoulder and purr. "Don't tell me he has had another spell of that dreadful suffering! I don't see how he stands 1t. Why. when get the least thing the matter with my ears nearly go crazy. You certainly are a grand little soldier, my dear, being 50 brave and everything"
 Gradually, however, the infec- tions recurred less often and were not so severe. There was never any need any more of those ex- cruciating punctures or of lying in one position to assist drainage until his little shoulder blade and back felt sore and twisted. When the pain started a hot boraic solu- ton was treatment enough to give almost instant relief.
 Too Much Coddling.
 People began to be very natter of-fact about Barry's "poor ears." Indeed, they forgot quite impo- litely to inquire altogether.
 So gradually did this recovery occur and so gradually did the at- tention cease that one would think he wouldn't notice 1t. But habit Is strong. He had been the cen- ter of attention for so long that he felt neglected and unimportant these days. Besides 1t had been the means of his getting his own way and now being repr0ved or crossed was entirely too common.
 Attention he must have-and although he didn't do 1t quite con- sciously or deliberately, he took to saying. q think I'm going to have an earache." And did they scur- ry? And did they worry? And did everyone coddle and nurse and pet him? You tell me! He work. ed that racket for Q year. Indeed It served in times of greatest stress For five years.
 The moral Is to do as little talk Ing or fussing about a child's ills In his presence Q possible.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-02-15

1 Look here, if there's any party on or anything don't wait for my call. Go ahead and enjoy yourself. If don't get you I'll write or come anyhow. Keep Wednesday open." "But call me, Jerry" Facing departure, his words had sounded comforting. A date with Jerry who would travel four hours to meet her. Jerry who had not moved little finger to see her while she had been in Spencer!
 But she would not see him on Wedn esday. Sheila danced exquis- itely that night. Everyone said so. She reappeared for encore after encore.
 "Listen. baby, let those folks go home! We don't want to miss our train," the comedian urged as. panting and spent, Sheila leaned against painted tree in the wings.
 Had her audience been able to see her then, it might have shown mercy. The applause became deaf ening. The stage manager nodded and the orchestra again began playing Sheila's number. With sigh hardly audible, she overcame her weariness. She fluttered to tho entrance to the stage, smiling, elec- trifed.
 She had to go through the en- tire dance. She had hoped 1t would be just few steps and @ kiss of her hand. After six intricate dances that should have sufficed. But 1t did not suffice. Tripping, whirling, weaving, futtering, her head thrown back, her eyes starry, routine. Watching her. as he had watched her q hundred times, the comedian marveled. Was this airy figure the weary. dropping girl who hardly five minutes earlier had stood near him in the wings?
 All at once 1t was over. once more Sheila stood beside him. Her breast rose and fell in long, deep breaths.
 "All in?"
 She nodded and sank into chair without speaking.
 "It's a tough life," he remarked. sympathetically.
 She smiled back at him. "Yes."
 But life would be easier. It was easier for those girls she had seen sitting out in front, watching her. It would be easier-some day-for her. Sheila was not deceiving her. self however. How could life be happier with Jerry Wyman so changeable and insincere?
 (TO Be COntlnued)