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The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
POWELL finds
CUPID MIXED
WITHMYSTERY
Gleason Has New Co-Sleuth
In Murder Puzzle Com
ing to Coliseum

Murder mystery proves romance
wrecker and cupid combined in
William Powell and Jean Arthur's
new co-starring picture, THE Ex-
Mrs Bradford" coming to the Cap
itol Theatre tomorrow.
Miss Arthur appears as an ex-
wife Of Powell, a detective tale
authoress who gave hiir the jit-
tiers all through marriage by looking
at life as continuous mystery
thriller-seeing poison in every cup
OF coffee and a murderer under
every bed.
But it's murder and mystery that
breaks down Powell's determination
never to ruin his nerves by yielding
to her charm again. For while pur-
suing him to lead him back to the
altar, the lovely Miss Arthur allows
her passion for solving crime in
volve them both in a series of weird
murders, and the intimacy demand
ed by their united stand against the
killer soon spices dangerous adj
venture with romance.
The comedy with which Powell
and Miss Arthur highlight their
exciting adventures is added to con-
siderably by Eric Blore who but
ties" as he did in Top Hat" James
Gleason. Robert Armstrong, Erin
OBrlen Moore, Lucille Gleason, Lila
Lee, frankie Darro and Frank M
Thomas appear in support.
Coming to the Coliseum tomor-
row there's a new Hildegarde With
ers in the latest RKO Radio film
version of a Stuart Palmer murder
mystery, Murder on a Bride
PATH
Helen Broderick, who made her
screen debut in Top Hat" has re-
placed Edna May Oliver in the wise
cracking, old maid amateur sleuth
teamer with James Gleason's In
spector Oscar Piper in solving pre-
vious mysteries.
The large cast includes Louise
Latimer, Owen Davis, Jr, John Ar
ledge, John Carroll. Leslie Fenton
Sheila Terry, Willie Best, John
Miltern, Harry Jams, James Don
Ian, Gustav Won Seyfferitz, Frank
Reicher and Spencer Charters.
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ELS. GIRLS STAGE PARTY

A little girls party it was, that
Douglas High School girls, about
eight Of them in short dresses
with their dolls and other juvenile
accoutrements, held in the school,
building last night.
Miss Harriet Sweetland and Miss
Florence Ryan represented the
teaching staff at the function
Kid games were the order of en-
tertainment and refreshments were
also enjoyed.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
Grand Jury Probe Is
Requested on King
County Departments

SEATTLE, NOV 81. Superior
Court Judge Allen said today he
expected Prosecuting Attorney 3.
Gray Warner to complete his re-
port before the end of the month
on request of four Seattle attor-
neys that a grand jury be called to
investigate King County DEPART
ments.
TodaYS News TodaY-Emnire.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21

The first waterworks system in
Georgia was one in Van Writ, Polk
County.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
SCHOOL CONCERT
WELL ATTENDED
Excellent Program Civ en-
by Vocal and Instru-
mental, Groups

An enthusiastic audience assem-
bled last night in the Grade School
Auditorium to enjoy the concert
given by the Vocal and instrument
tai departments Of the Juneau
Schools. Under the guidance of
the popular directors, Miss Ruth
Coffin, Miss Helen PARROT, and
Byron Miller, the students put on
a fine evenings entertainment.
Byron Miller opened the pro-
gram with his school orchestra
playing Festival Overture fol-
llowed by "Out of the Dusk to
YOU" and Hope March"
The Boys Glee Club, led by Ruth
Coffin, sang the "Caisson Song, "
STARS of the Summer Night" and
Sidewalks of New York
String Ensemble
20, Dry Those Tears" and THE
World Is Waiting for the Sun
rise" was rendered by the String
Ensemble, directed by Miss Par
rott
"Bendmasters Stream and 1.-Two
Roses" were sung by the Girls
Glee Club. Miss Parrott then play
cd well received violin solo, ac-
ccmpanied by Mrs. Trevor Davis
The A. Capella Chorus, composed
of the pick of voices from both
Glee Clubs presented group OF
Southern songs made up of. South
ern Memories" Il Want To Be
Ready" and 4 Amt Gwine Study
War No More"
Band and SOlOists
THE Old Oaken Bucket" and
Dynamic Overtures" was played by
the Orchestra. Jack Glasse gave
a sousaphone solo assisted by the
band playing the "Samsonian
Polka" A stunt number was then
put on in which Jingle Bells" and
The Old Grey Mare were played
at the same time.
A tribute to "J' High Band, By
ron Miller's composition, was played
and sung enthusiastically by the
students, bringing the enjoyable ev-
ening to a close
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21

The mean temperatures at the
South Pole is estimated to be cold
er than that at the North Pole.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
DOUGLAS
NEWS
DIED. MEETINGS TO
BE HELD ONCE MONTHLY

At the regular meeting of the
Douglas Volunteer Fire Depart
ment Thursday evening, the fire.
quency of regular meetings was fl
nally voted upon, the vote being in
favor of one a month instead of
two as has been the custom for
many years. Lack Of attendance
due to the other many activities
going one most of the time has
prevented good attendance at meet
ings. With only one meeting a
month, to which will be added a lit
tie feed and other entertainment,
good turnouts are assured.
Discussion of two or three other
issues of interest to the depart
ment, with proper action resulting,
occupied the balance of the meet
ing.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21

Empire classifieds pay.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
JUNEAU LEADS
TERRITORY IN
AUTOS, TRUCKS
Substantial Increase In 1886
Over l935-Olso
Annual Report

Juneau leads the list with a larg-
er number of automobiles than any
other city in Alaska. There are
215 trucks and 557 pleasure cars
registered here.
Fairbanks comes second with 1855
trucks and 408 pleasure cars. Ket-
chikan is third with 1875 trucks
and BIT pleasure cars, and An
chorage is fourth with 108 trucks
and 332 pleasure cars. This is ac-
cording to the annual report ON
automobile licenses just issued by
Oscar G. Olson, Territorial Treas
lurer
The increased sale of automobiles
lis accepted throughout the nation
as an indication of returning pros
perity, and using that as a basis in
Alaska it would indicate that pros
perity is not Just around the COR
ner," but is actually here.
Substantial Increase
There has been the substantial
increase of 502 automobile trucks
and pleasure cars in Alaska for the
year 1886 In 1885 licenses were
issued for 877 trucks and 2,028
pleasure cars, and in 1896 for 927
trucks and 2,435 pleasure cars.
For a long time Fairbanks, VAL
DEE and Circle were the only towns
in Alaska connected by automobile
highway; the longest drive being
from Fairbanks to Valdez, a dis
lance of $40 miles over the Rich
ardson Highway The completion
of the Douglas Bridge in Septem-
Der, 1885, now gives automobile
transportation between Juneau and
Douglas.
Additional automobile highway
was provided during the present
year by the completion of the high
way linking Palmer in Uncle Sans
much publicized Matanuska Valley,
with Anchorage, a distance of
roughly forty miles.
Livengood Celebration
A big celebration was held in
Livengood last September when
the new highway, 86 miles long,
connecting Fairbanks and Liyen-
good. was finished which greatly
facilitated travel and commerce be-
tween the two towns. Livengood
was once the scene of intensive in
dividual placer mining During its
boom days it had over one thousand
residents, and many of the historic
store buildings and other struc-
lures are still in use. With pros
poets of new mining activity in the
district, the towns regeneration is
expected.
George E. Zuisenberry. Editor of
the American Automobile, which is
conducting a world motor census,
and is now engaged in the compila-
ton of statistics for its 1897 issue,
wrote to Mr.. Olson for the infor-
nation The publication will ac-
quaint many readers in the States
with the fact that there are more
automobiles in Alaska than is gen
orally known, and the highway
mileage is being steadily increased
and improved
Registration
The total number of cars for 1886
in the Territory of Alaska follows:
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UNCANNY CUT

COLU NIB U S, O., Nov. 81 =
knife came sailing through the air
and stabbed Mary Jenkins in the
leg No knife throWer was found.
Police theorized the knife was
picked up from the street by tires
of a passing automobile.
The Daily Alaska empire. [volume] (Juneau, Alaska) 1926-1964, 1936-11-21
ROSES BLOOMING,
FORRESTS'S YARD

Mrs. Albert Forrest, residing on
the Glacier Highway. picked a full
bloomed rose in her yard yesterday
Other bushes of fragrant flowers
are in bud.
Evening star., 1936-02-23

brations and large amount is spent
by the various organizations on the
Mardi Gras productions, which are
financed entirely from membership
dues Of varying proportions. ,
However, there are two other Ms,
besides the all important money M,
which render the intricate and in
visible Mardi Gras machine rather
unique. Without the mystery and
successful secrecy that surrounds the
activities and preparations of the
various Krews. Mardi Gras would be
just another festival enterprise or
social whirl. The other M--man-is
predominant in this carnival. Man
is in his element at Mardi Gras, for
the membership of the clubs is not
only limited to men. but all those
lovely subjects-be they Aphrodite or
harem beauties-who ride the CLAM
orous floats are men. There is per-
haps no other city in America where
men are social arbiters to the degree
that we find them at Mardi Gras time.
Scarcely are the torchlights of one
years pageants extinguished before
plans are started for the following
year within that realm Of secret
Krewes. Within 80 days after Mardi
Gras the artists attached to the Or
ganizations submit plans and sketches
| for the next year.
When these are passed upon, work
starts in the dozens Of "dens" scat
tered in remote sections of the city
and known only to Krewe members.
As most people know, the identity Of
Rex, the merry monarch of the day.
is kept secret until Monday before
Mardi Gras, when he arrives to rule
over his realm.
Evening star., 1936-02-23

more balls and regal courts to delight
socialdom.
More than depression is required
to dim the spirits of Mardi Gras. War
only silenced its mirth from 1861 to
1866, and again from 1917 to 1920.
At the hands Of the carpet baggers it
suffered its worst blows and yet it
was by the grace of carpet bagger
legislature" that Mardi Gras was made
a State holiday in 1872, and has been
about the most beloved holiday, of
any sort. since to Louisiana children.
How this time -honored carnival
has not only been an expression of q
mirthful people but a veritable light
in time Of darkness is exemplified by
the activities of the Mystick Krewe Of
Comus during the black years follow
ing the Civil War.
In 1866 after several years of silence
Comus announced that it would once
again parade the streets and make
merry at Mardi Gras Perry Young
in commenting on this occasion in
his history of the Mystick Krewe says:
THE treasured invitations gave a
hint Of what the theme might be
bubbles from the pipes of peace. The
city had found its old inspiration and
when Mardi Gras dawned in 1866 the
streets were thronged with maskers
seeking to put aside their gloom.
The Past, the Present and the Future
were depicted with rare skill beauty
and tolerance and when Peace and
Plenty appeared with overflowing cor
nucopias and golden goblets, something
seemed to loose in the hearts Of the
onlookers."
THE reality Of Mardi Gras once
again-all was well!
Evening star., 1936-02-23

their allegiance to the new order Of
things because of the desire to bring
smiles and light hearts again to their
beloved city.
Money is a great factor In all cele-
Evening star., 1936-02-23

day to realize how difficult 1t was for
those men of the Mystick Krewe-
all veterans Of lost cause-to stifle
sectional feeling at such an acute
time and openly proclaim to the world
Evening star., 1936-02-23

THE reality Of Mardi Gras once
again-all was we'll!
It Is not easy for q less impulsive
Evening star., 1936-02-23

ARDI GRAS time and a
M bewitching old Creole grande
Ivt dame glorying in the high
1 ' i spot of her social calendar
Evening star., 1936-02-23
Photoplays in Washington Theaters This Week
Saturday
Flying Down to
Rio" with
Fred Astaire and
Ginger Rogers.

Victor McLaglen and
Freddie Bartholomew
in professional
Goldiar
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SOUND WAYS TO BRING PEOPLE
 TO ALASKA

Governor Troy in his annual report to the Sec retary of Interior points out that Aaskas greatest need is people, and then points to at least two ways by which additional population be gained government aid to settlers who north of their voltion to prosecute agricultural development and larger appropriations for the Bureau of Mines to work in cooperation with the Territorial Depart ment of Mines.
 It isn't such job to get people to come to Alaska but it is major task to find something for them to do after they get so that they may be asset to the Territory rather than burden The Cover suggestions point to that end There count less valleys in the Territory where agricultural pro- ducts can be raised Some, of course, are in this day of limited transportation, inaccessible far as farming for commercial returns is concerned. How ever there good lands adjacent to some of our cities where farmer with little encouragement from this government, could make good living and at the time provide some of the foodstuffs for which send Outside
 But of even more importance is the Governors recommendation for money for the mining bureau and the Geological Survey cooperating with the Territorial mining department.
 "They should have funds to enable them to make quick examinations and more intensive prospecting of mining claims both those already staked and those which might be staked in the future" the Governor said in his report. T believe it is not too much to provide them with sufficient funds even to develop mining claims where prospecting might warrant it.
 Mining has through the years been the basis of Alaska prosperity and will continue to be for years to Thus it is that any encouragement given it is bound to prove of value to the Territory and people who live in it. good start was made by the Territorial Legislature two years ago when it created the Department of Mines for the Territory. Unfortu natey, the appropriation insufficient to carry
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on any extensive field work which might tend to bring in new pay dirt. But the two years of the de- partments existence has proven it's worth. However the Territory with it's limited taxing resources is in no position to supply all the money necessary to do thorough job of claim and mine development work thus it imperative that Congress appropriate sub stantial sums for the use of the Bureau of Mines which could be used in mining survey work in Alaska in conjunction with the Territorial setup
 There is single thing that can bring people to Alaska and consequently develop her resources like that magic word gold" and the only way to find gold is to develop some of the many mining claims that are scattered the length and breadth of Alaska some of which to prove worthless and others which just as sure to prove excellent producers
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FOOTBALL BUSINESS

Over emphasis college athletics and partcu- ary football is dominating the sport spot light again about this time of year. Frank A. vanderp, former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury and trus- tee of the thirty million dollar Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching reported that the Foundation trustees had discussed the advisabiity of making another report football over emphasis.
 In 1929 the Carnegie report charged professional ism in the teams of most of the great universities. Some denied the charges others cleaned house. The depression came and talk of commerciazation died down and football struggled along for existence like everything else. But this fall gate receipts scared again and football is getting another airing.
 Another report by the foundation may be prompted by the recent meeting which was attended by several college Presidents. At that time, MT Van derlip said the Carnegie Board was developing into a sort of confessional for the college presidents. He reported that the Presidents of them admitted football was too big for them. One told of bets of more than half million dollars a single game. And then added the time will when one of these games will be thrown
 It may be that another inquiry by the Carnegie Board into football and subsequent report might be good thing At present the air IS filled with charges of too much football, paid players and so on total of 75O0O saw Southern California and Notre Dame play the other day. Crowds of 100000 and better have been recorded this season. Any game with that much of a following should welcome inquiry every now and then.
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Horoscope "The stars incline
 but do not compeP'
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1886.
 According to astrology this is not an important day in planetary di- rection. There may be a tendency to slight daily tasks and to enjoy day dreams under this sway.
 There is a good sign for positive decisions which should aid Christ mas shoppers. Record breaking trade is forecast for this season.
 Increase in the cost of clothing as well as food now will be appar- ent, if the stars are rightly read. Dress will engage more attention than usual and fashions will make demands for rich materials.
 Warning is given that holiday fes- tivities may be followed by drastic efforts to change laws regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages. The seers foretell an incident that will arouse public sentiment.
 Tempests, ice and heavy fogs are prognosticated and they will cause losses of sea vessels, lake boats and airplanes. Winds will be un- usually violent.
 International conferences are forecast for the early part of the New Year when diplomats will be put to severe tests.
 Astrologers repeat the warning given months ago against evil gos- sip which would touch high and low. The seers now foretell serious results of scandals relayed from nation to nation.
 Jupiter in Capricorn through 1897 is read as promising for the people of India, although they may have acute financial problems. Mars is threatening.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of a year of unexpected experiences ncl u ding journeys. Much activity is likely with certain money perplexities.
 Children born on this day prob ably will be masterful and secre- tive. Subjects of this sign usually are methodical and independent.
 Cesar Franck, composer, was born on this day 1922. Others who have celebrated it as a birthday include D. Appleton, publisher, 1785; John Murray, founder of the Universalist Church in America. TAI.
 Copyright, 1936)
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DAILY LESSONS IN ENGLISH
 By w. L. Gordcn

Words Often Misused: Do not say Mrs. Dr. Brown attended the meet ing" Say, Mrs. Brown" or The wife of Dr. Brown"
 Often Mispronounced: Cartridge Pronounce kar-trij, a as in ah as in it.
 Often Misspelled: Menu; not ue.
 Synonyms: Selfish, ungenerous covetous, mercenary, avaricious.
 Word Study: Use a word three times and it is yours Let us in- crease our vocabulary by mastering one word every day. Today's word: Embryonic; rudimentary; undevel- oped. Our plans are still in an embryonic stage"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1936-12-09
20 YEARS AGO
 From The Empire

1 DECEMBER g, 1916
 A dispatch from Switzerland said that Germany and Austria had of fered services to Greece in open ing land communications for Greece if the country would declare wal on the Entente Allies.
 E. c. Hamilton of the field de- partment of the Surveyor Gener- i, al's office, gave an interesting talk on Civil Service to the Juneau High School English classes.
 Harry Sabin and Harry Williams were selected president and vice. president of the J. A. A., high school athletic association. i Miss Gertrude Hellenthal was confined to her home on account of illness.
 Charles Flory, of the Unit Q q States Forest Service, arrived from the Westward and was at the Cas- tineau.
 A. J. Dimond, attorney of Valdez and member of the firm of Dono- hoe and Dimond, was stopping over in Juneau on business.
 Windham Bay Notes: c. A. Hanson had returned from week s visit in Juneau. H. P Hansen and Conrad Lippert left for Seattle to spend the holidays. Mrs. Anna K. Graf, L. L. Simpson and James Hansen were leaving on the next boat for Juneau. P N. Schneider and Arthur Ives were doing assess ment work on M M Taylor's prop erty across Loch Marie. Mrs. Henry L. Bahrt and chil- dren arrived from the Westward and were on their way to Sitka where MT Bahrt was deputy mar shal.
 Wallis George was elected su- perintendent of !he Methodist Sun day school for the sixth consecu- tive year.
 J. L. McGinn, attorney of Fair banks, passed through Juneau on his way to California.
 Weather Maximum, g; mini mum, H. Clear.
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MODERN ETIQUETTE By Roberta -lca

O. Would it be good form to be- gin letter My dear Sir" and close it with Cordially yours?
 A. No. The beginning and the ending of a letter should show the same degree of cordiality. My dear Sir" is formal, and it would be better to close with "Respectfdlly yours
 e. What age should a young girl be to have Miss before her name on her cards?
 A. Sixteen.
 Q. When there is but one girl attendant at home wedding, is she called the maid of honor
 A. Yes.
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JOHNSON WITH
 GEO. BROTHERS
Wellknown Bro ker Joins Staff at Store Is
 Putting on Sale

Frank L. Johnson has become associated with George Brothers Leader Department Store, accord ing to announcement made today by Joe George. MT. Johnson is at present in charge of "Pre-Christ- mas Sale" advertised on another
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page of this issue of The Daily AL aska Empire.
 Until recently MT. Johnson was connected with Big Vans store Prior to that time he worked in the Territory of Alaska as shoe brok- CT. He has host of friends in Juneau and Douglas.
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O.E.S. CUSTOM

Every Wednesday afternoon the ladies of the Eastern Star have a custom of dropping in" at the Scottish Rite Temple with their friends for cup of tea and visit.
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John Hamilton has begun the job of recon ditioning the G. O. P elephant for the 1940 circus The big top indicated in this is oxygen tent Buffalo Courier Express.
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Americanism: Demanding more efficiency in pub lie business electing officials who couldn't make a success of their own business.-Savannah News.
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Halle Selassie has received an offer to act in the movies. Probably in film version of Paradise Lost Seattle Times.
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LOOK and LEARN
 By 4. C. Gordon

l. How old was William Cullen Bryant when he wrote Thanat- opsis"?
 2. Which is the most densely populated state next to New York B. How many yards are there in one rod?
 4. Of what is the calorie unit of measurement?
 5. What and where is "Hell's Kitchen?
 ANSWERS l. Eighteen.
 2. Massachusetts. 3. 512 yards.
 4. Heat. & 5. A certain district in New York City, formerly notorious for its gur men and thieves.
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The little social security baby has taken its first step In this case, however the second step also costs.-Boston Globe
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Mary Garden is probably right in insisting that singers shouldn't drink, but we'd be pretty well satls- fled if drinkers didn't sing.-Boston Herald
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Farley Sees Relief Windup Headline. It isn't so much the windup the delivery.-New York Sun
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The Electoral College is what Matthew Arnold would have called a decorative inutility Detroit Free Press.