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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
IF YOU WANT TO BE LOVED

Don't contradict people, even if you
are sure you are right.
Don't be inQuisitive about the af-
fairs of even your most intimate
friend.
Don't under-rate anything because
you don't possess it.
Don't believe that everybody else is
happier than you.
Don't conclude that you never had
any opportunities in life.
Don't believe all the evil you hear.
Don't repeat gossip, even if it does
interest a crowd.
Don't jeer at anybody's religious
belief.
Learn to hide your aches and pains
under a pleasant smile. Few care
whether you have an ear ache, head
ache or rheumatism.
Learn to attend to your business
a very important point.
Do not try to be anything else but
a gentleman or gentlewoman; and
that means one who has considera-
tion for the whole world, and whose
life is governed by the golden rule
Harvard, ILL.,, Herald.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
CONSOLING SERVICE
Jordan independently

Recently we listened to a minister
of the gospel give sweet consolation
to a stricken family and to a sympa-
thizing community. Death visited the
family, the community. The vista
tion was a grievous blow. The clergy
man did preach such sensible, such
a consoling sermon at the funeral that
morale is sustained and the people
face succeeding days in undimin-
ished fervor and kindness of heart.
Frequently we are told what great
things statesmen and lawgivers and
public administrators do for the peo-
pie. Now and then we praise the
work which physicians and surgeons
do for humanity. Too often the cler-
gymen are forgotten. They are the
stabilizers of human society. They
do their great work for humanity
without adequate reward in this life
in most instances, beyond the reward
which comes from consciousness Of a
work well done, even though it be
done ,humbly.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
WHAT CONSERVED?

U. S. Senator Henrik Shipstead who
seems able somehow to garner the
votes Of all three political parties in
the state, speaks up with these words:
THE Democrats have nothing to
fear but themselves. The future will
be determined by the trend of the
policies backed by the Democratic
party. The growth of the progressive
elements in Minnesota and elsewhere
is due to the policies followed by the
Republican and Democratic parties.
Parties should not be called liberal
and conservative, but constructive
and destructive. The Republicans
are known as conservatives, but what
did they ever conserve?
1--WE should have more constructive
thinking and stop these policies that
have destroyed security. The Destroy
ers have sold the idea to the people
that they are conservatives"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
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editorial Comment From Other News
papers. Which May or May Not
Conform with the Opinions
of the AskOv American.)
THEY WANT PEACE
saltwater PoSt-Messenger)

When the next war comes, if that
time does come, the young college
men and women will not rush into
it with so much enthusiasm as they
did the last time. And that is one Of
the best reasons for believing that
possibly the world is a little nearer
permanent peace than ever before.
This years anniversary of Armistice
day was marked by a mass meeting
held on the Minnesota campus, called
by ten student organizations and de-
signed as a protest against the STIR
ring up of nationalistic feeling, the
rise of fascism and other causes of
war. When boys and girls earnestly
consider the factors which lead to war,
and shut their eyes and ears to the
glitter of uniform and stimulation of
martial music, long step toward
peace has been taken.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
ALL 81 COUNTIES

Writing in his legislative letter on
the contest and recount between John
T. Lyons and Stafford King, state
auditor aspirants, r. w. Hitchcock
of Hibbing, had the following to say
Significantly enough. Mr.. Lyons
does not want a recount in Hen
nepin. Ramsey. and st. Louis
counties. He is petitioning, it is
understood, for a recount in all
counties of the state except these
three.
why does Mr.. Lyons leave out
the three big counties? These
are the counties in which the
Farmer-LabOr party ran strong
est. These are the counties in
which the Farmer-LabOr party
had the most complete control
of the election machinery. Pre-
sumably Mr.. Lyons Is well salts
fed with the count in these three
big counties. He carried each
one of these counties and it was
in Hennepin, Ramsey and st.
Louis counties that Governor Oh
son accumulated almost the whole
of his 72,453 plurality"
Sure enough, the voters of Henne
pin, Ramsey and st. Louis counties
gave large plurality votes to the
Farmer-Labor ticket The laborers
are class conscious and know what
this struggle is about. They are moi
fooled nor frightened. They know
what whispering campaigns are, AMI
recognize the propaganda of the daily
press when they see it. They are
used to it.
But as to this recounting business
Mr.. Lyons petitioned for a recount
in all of the 81 counties of the state.
Some of the first precincts that were
recounted are located right in Henne-
pin and Ramsey counties.
Mr. Hitchcock is a former member
of the Minnesota Legislature and q
strong reactionary Republican. Evil
IDENTIFY he would like to make it ap-
pear that the Farmer-LabOr candi-
date, Mr.. Lyons, desires recounts only
in the counties where he feels he
might gain votes. 1t might be well
for Mr.. Hitchcock to look up the
record and get it straight next time
he writes.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
BETTER COUNTING

In the recent general election there
were a number Of real close contests
it seems more than usual-in the
race for legislative seats as well as
other offices out over the state. A
notably close contest was that of Stat
ford King and John T. Lyons for the
office of state auditor. The differ
ence in votes in the official count was
but GAS out of upwards Of million
votes. The recount in that contest
is now in process.
In the case of one senatorial race
in nneapolis-between Bert Kings
ley and Henry G. Teigan-1t looks
like the contest may even be carried
to the Senate floor for the member
ship there to settle the question OF
who is tc represent the 29th leg
islative district i'm the Minnesota
Senate The official vote gave
Mr.. Teigan the lead; but the
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
Be the Other Fellow

Many, many automobile accidents
could be avoided if each driver would
place himself-in his minds eye-in
the other persons place. If on oc-
casions calling for quick action and
rapid decision he would apply the
golden rule, then lots of times in
juries and fatalities could be avoided.
But this is not the general human
nature. We think we are in a hurry
when only a 3O-second delay would
get us safely to our destination and
that loved one would be saved to
somebody.
How many motorists grow impa-
tient when their car is held up by
traffic lights at seemingly vacant
intersection, and attempt to beat
them? Last year $4,000 accidents
occurred at intersections and cross
roads, resulting in $3.50 fatalities and
37S,30O injuries.
Did you ever get in a hurry and
pass cars on hill tops or curves? That
practice killed 40 people last year
and injured $3.50.
and out of traffic-maybe you've done
it yourself when traffic was moving
too slowly to suit you. The price
paid for that haste in 1893 was 5000
fatalities and $4,000 injuries.
We have all seen children playing
on the street oblivious to traffic and
the fact that they were there and
there were also some careless drivers
who wanted to use those same streets
cost 1850 little lives and $4,000 were
injured.
Driving on the wrong side of the
road is still another of the tricks Of
the careless or incompetent driver
Last year this motoring crime" was
responsible for 1870 lives and 1000
injuries. And finally the pedestrian
in his jaywalking activities caused
more than 5000 deaths in 1888. Ev-
cry one should think that over when
not driving and then think of it again
when behind the wheel for it might
save the life of a pedestrian
Thus it is that our speed mania
cost $4,000 lives last year and nearly
every one of these deaths were caused
unnecessarily.
Think it over. Is it worth all this
to take chances? Remember our
grandparents got to their destinations
with a horse and buggy and they
weren't travelling 70 miles per hour
either.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
1920 MOST POPULAR

With the 100000 relief bill passed
in the special session of the Mime
sofa Legislature a year ago it was, of
course, necessary to turn to some
mode of tax collection to produce the
necessary revenue for relief. General
property could not be taxed further as
that tax is already too high, so the
Legislature turned to beer, liquor, and
wine for the needed revenue. Brew
ers and their henchmen fought des-
perately in an effort to have no tax
on 3.2% beer, the proposal being 81
per barrel Of 81 gallons. Their ar
gument was that light beer was a
temperance drink and it's sale should
be encouraged. They were not so
much opposed to the 50 tax on the
stronger beer.
Anticipating that the sale of light
beer would be much greater than high
powered beer and knowing that the
price charged for the product of the
brewers was plenty high enough for
them to absorb the tax without fur
Their raise in the price, the 81 tax per
by the Legislature. The 50 tax on
stronger beer was also made law.
Events have since shown that those
who fought necessarily for the 81 tax
per barrel on light beer were correct
in assuming that that would bring in
the greatest revenue. Figures dis
closed by David r. Arundel, state
liquor commissioner, show that a total
of 1,032,150 31-gallon barrels of 80
have been consumed from January
to December 1, while only 223,36O 81
gallon barrels of beer of greater alcO-
holic content have been consumed.
Hard liquor consumption totaled
1,2S6,76O gallons in the period and
195,2OO gallons of wine were con-
sumed.
Total of taxes collected was $780,
O74.61.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

Mr.. Beckman is one game warden who
believes his duties mean more than
just enforcing the game laws-he is
a cOnservationist in the true meaning
of the word. He has been active in
organizing conservation clubs and has
made many talks to students in the
rural schools on conserving our wild
life, as well as other natural re-
sources.
Conservation is a matter of educa-
ton and to be successful the person.
mel Of the Game and Fish Department
must be made up of men who can put
over such a program. Pine county is
fortunate in having a man like Mr..
Beckman who has aided so materially
in building up a spirit of conservation.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
ONE HOUSE

Democracy is always more or less
on trial. But in these depression
times it is more on trial than ever
before. Even in a country like Amer
lea democracy has enemies, and too
often such enemies are to be found
amongst the most vociferous flag
waivers and those who shout the loud
est about upholding the Constitution.
The Constitution is great document.
Men have fought and laid down their
lives for it. Correctly interpreted, it
affords protection to the citizen. 1t
is important that improvements be
made in our legislative system.
For some time. especially during
the last two years, there has been
agitation for reducing the size of
the Minnesota Legislature. At pres
ent we have 131 members in the
House and 81 in the Senate. That
could we'll be reduced to so or 60
per cent of its present size with less
cost and more efficiency to the state
as a whole.
Through the work and foresight of
the great statesman, U. S. Senator
George w. Norris. the state of Ne
braska is trying a new venture. The
people of that state, in the last gen.
eral election by a majority of $4,000
votes, placed the stamp of approval
on their statesman's latest legisla-
tive reform-that of a unicameral
legislative assembly.
For 100 years Nebraska has had
its two house or bicameral Legis-
lature, the same as all other states
of the Union. In this coming winter
session it will be the duty of the
Nebraska legislators, in accordance
with the mandate of the people, to
make it one house Legislature with
a membership of between 80 and so.
The unicameral Legislature will
undoubtedly eliminate some of the
evils of the bicameral system. 1t
will bring out a higher type of men
for lawmaking work and will also
cause the legislative body to be in
closer contact with the people. Each
legislator will represent a larger con-
stituency. The salary will naturally
be higher but with smaller member
ship and less help needed it will
make for less cost to the taxpayers.
The better pay will make it worth
while for men of ability to seek such
positions, and when the job pays we'll
enough it is not nearly so apt to in
vite graft.
1t has been argued for years and
years that a two-chamber Legisla-
ture is essential and necessary, as
one branch works as a check against
the ether. 1t would seem that there
would be enough checks on a one
house Legislature. There would still
be the veto power of the chief execu-
tive, the courts, and the check that
is always present on the part of the
voters at the next election.
A unicameral Legislature would
eliminate much of the technical back
alleys which have been prevalent in
two-chamber assemblies. Many worth
while features of legislation are
sometimes emasculated in conference
committees chosen to iron out diff
ferences in bills between the two leg
fslative bodies.
1t might be we'll for the Minnesota
Legislature as we'll as Legislatures in
other states to give serious consid-
GRAFTON this winter to what is being
done in the neighboring state of Ne
braSka.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

cent article to the effect that Mr..
Mann feels the steel industry of
northern Minnesota is being too highly
taxed. Would it net seem that the
farmers whose taxes in so many cases
are delinquent should be a problem
more to the interest of our Repre-
sentative than the taxes of the U. S.
Steel corporation?
L nope Mr.. Mann will represent the
interest of the farm population and
not that OF the special privilege group.
MRS. PETER STULEN.
Danbury, Wis.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
WILD BIRDS WILL NEED FEED
AGAIN
(The Pine Poker)

Now that winter has set in, in ear
nest, sportsmen will again be faced
with the problem of seeing that pleas
ants and other game birds do not die
from starvation. The Snake River
Valley Conservation Club, and similar
clubs in Pine county did some fine
work last winter in seeing that feed
was put out in various localities
not only put out feed but raised
money to purchase feed, in addition
to that furnished by the State Game
and Fish Department.
Chas. Beckman, local game warden,
is entitled to considerable credit for
the promotion of this kind of work.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
WHERE DOES MANN STAND!
Editor ASkov American:

Editor Askov American:
The articles written by Mr.. Simon
sen and published in the American
have been interesting. 1t is strange
indeed that in Pine county which car
ried for every Farmer-Labor candidate
on the state and congressional ticket.
we have elected a representative as to
whom there is some doubt about his
vote on the speakership.
If the speaker is selected by the
conservative group it will mean that
the Craftsmanship of the various COM
mittees will go to the conservative
and reactionary men of the House who
will block Governor OlsOn's remedial
Legislative program.
The voters of Pine county showed by
their support of Governor Olson that
they believe his legislative program
is in their interest.
In the American l also noted a re-
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
GOVERNOR OLSON'S GOOD LUCK
The Minneapolis Starr

Twenty-nine Hennepin county vot-
ers have petitioned district court 70
set aside the election of Governor
Floyd Olson. They charge violation
of the corrupt practices act, asserting
that articles in the FarmerLabor
weekly paper advocating the Cover
nor's reelection should have been
marked paid advertising"
One of Governor OlsOn's greatest
political assets is the nature of the
strategy so often employed against
him. by his opponents.
Repeated petty and unsuccessful at
tacks on a public man usually only
result in increasing his stature in the
public eye.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13
OPINIONS OF OTHERS

(Short timely letters on topics
OF public interest are welcome,
whether or not the writer's Optn-
ions conform with those of the
American. All letters must be
signed with the writer's name for
our information. Signed articles al
ways are more effective, but IL the
writer does not wish to have his
name used, it will be withheld.)
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

1t is quite all right for a big trust
to trust brains, but if the people trust
brains that constitutes a brain trust
and is something to be feared.-Har-
old L. Ickes, Secretary of the Interior.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

Just as long as there are men who
deep in their hearts have the desire
to leave the world little better place
than they found it, just that long
will service clubs flourish.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

The problem of youth employment
is far more important today than that
of child labor.-Lewis A. Wilson, as
sistant commissioner of education,
New York
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1934-12-13

These experts who declare that
American life is moving in cycles
are just adopting a more comforting
way of saying we are running around
in circles
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1934-01-17
CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE

THE telephone on McNears desk
i rang sharply and the captain
made a grab for it.
"McNeal speaking" he barked
into the instrument. 'What?"
David Bannister, in chair tipped
back against the wall gave his at
tention to the marine scene deco
rating the calendar across the room.
McNeal's voice went on in mono
syllableS. Eyes. Yes. Well-?"
He sat down the telephone a mo-
ment later, scowling. That was
Steve" he said. Bannister knew he
meant Steve Fisher of the detective
bureau. Thought he had Parrot
located. but he's lost him again"
DO you think PARROTS here in
Tremont?" BanniSter asked.
McNeaI shook his head. IF he
was he said, we'd have had him
in a cell long ago. Oh, no! He
got out of here pronto. PARROTS
pretty tough customer, you
know. He's got a record"
State prison. Served eight
months for passing bad checks. "
McNeal went on, describing the Of
tense which had taken place in an
other state. That's not all. He was
indicted with some others on a
narcotic charge in st. Louis last
winter. Got out of it, somehow"
BanniSter wasn't interested in
hearing about that again. He said.
"Listern, Cap, what about that girl
back there?"
He was leaning forward, speak
ing earnestly. He would have gone
on. but suddenly the outside door
opened. There was a girl on the
threshold - Denise Lang. Behind
her stood Parker Coleman. She
looked from the captain to Ban
mister. doubtfully, hesitantly. Then,
with a rush, she entered the room.
ITO 70 Continual
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1934-01-17


life at least. She was a pretty girl
but in spite of that no jury could
overlook such overwhelming evi-
dence.
OVERWHELMING was what 1t
~ was. Then it occurred to Ban
Mister, plecing out the damaging
facts and marshaling them before
him. that his testimony and his
alone could convict Juliet France.
He had seen her come from the
hotel. had seen the revolver in her
handbag.
Suddenly Bannister stepped for
ward more briskly. Maybe they
would succeed in making a case
against the girl but he was certain
Of one thing. What he knew about
Juliet France he would keep to him
self.
He thought of jim Paxton then
and his promise. Bannister had
agreed TO turn over to Gainey
everything he learned about the
murder so that Gainey might write
it for the Post. Well, he would
keep that promise but he would
keep it later.
In the wing of the headquarters
building reserved for the detectives
Offices Bannister encountered the
young man who had given him the
information about Juliet France,
the young man who had been whit
Ting his pencil.
MY names Flemming," the
stranger volunteered. Understand
you're with the Post"
yes" Bannister told him. They
talked for a few minutes and Ban
mister learned that his new &C
quaintance was reporter on the
opposition evening paper.
He learned further that McNeal
had intended keeping secret the
apprehension of his blond prisoner
but that some one had SPILLED" it.
That was why there had been no
mention in the morning newspaper
of the girls Imprisonment.
Gainey appeared few minutes
later. eager to talk about the case.
He and Bannister spent the rest of
the morning at headquarters but
the time proved fruitless. At II
Gainey left for the office. Ban
mister drifted out for lunch and
presently was back.
Thus it happened that at 2 he
was present when a surprising thing
took place.