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Evening star., 1937-03-30
Low Government Pay a
Handicap on Society
To the Editor OF The Star:

To the Editor OF The Star
What has become OF the McCarran bill
proposing a minimum salary of fifteen
hundred dollars per annum for full-time
Government employees. Frankly and
without hope of personal benefit, would
like to see this bill come up because
believe it to be the first really sound and
sensible move on the behalf of the Gov
ernment itself in promoting prosperity
within its own household, so to speak.
The Government is the Nations larg
est single business organization, thus 1t
is only rightful that it should set the
precedent of a good example for private
industry to follow, and perhaps thereby
forestail many such strikes and their
consequent sufferings as have been cur
rently running rife throughout the
Nation. The Government cannot ex-
pect private enterprise to raise wage
levels until such time as it sees fit
to exercise similar prerogative. 1t is
always well to practice what one would
preach.
The Nation should take pride in ac-
cepting as it's moral obligation the well
fare of its employees by paying scale
of wages sufficient to maintain them, not
in luxury, but decently. This immedi-
ately brings up the question OF what
constitutes a decent living wage; Ger
tainly it must be more than just enough
to provide for mere physical wants
Furthermore, if an increase in wages Is
necessary, as it quite apparently is, the
added expenditures to the taxpayer must
be justified.
It is needless to more than mention
the present and eVer-increaSing high
cost of living, especially here in the
District. Judging by the concrete eVi-
dences of the immediate situation sur
rounding me am forced quite definitely
to the conclusion that the present rate
of salaries, particularly in the lower
brackets, must be by far too low.
Assuming that the average Govern
ment clerk is or aspires to become
married man, then, without doubt,
the existing wage schedule and any pro-
posed schedules fixing the minimum be-
low fifteen hundred dollars must neces-
sarily be too low. Unquestionably, the
present salaries are forcing the house
wives away from their kitchens and the
proper care of their children in order
that they may contribute to the family
larder. No married woman, especially
a mother, can possibly have the time
to seek outside employment, perform her
household duties and take care of her
children simultaneously and do justice
to all of these jobs.
This situation is preventing innumer-
able marriages In Washington, because
it requires every cent that two young
people can earn to support them In
Evening star., 1937-03-30
Righteous Indignation.

Il am rejecting as best I can" said
the senior Senator from Virginia in his
radio speech last night, "the indignant
protest of thousands of individual citi-
zens." These citizens could not have
chosen a more effective spokesman, a
more efficient vehicle for the expression
of their indignation. Indignation was
the theme of an indignant address. And
Senator Glass played it with variations
ranging from his scorn OF the "vision-
ary incendiaries" and his scoring ridicule
of the political janizaries" to his really
moving plea for defense against that
threat to representative democracy"
which he sees wrapped up in the court
packing plan.
II the speech was notable for the pro-
fundity of its theme, 1t was also novel
in it's bid for high honors in colorful and
telling epithet. Senator Glass spoke at
a time when the use Of pungent epithet
in the field of political combat has been
developed to a high state. Such trlte
expressions as Tories" economic roy
alists," princes of privilege" "defeatist
lawyers" somehow lose their color along
side Senator Glass "six proposed judicial
sycophants," judicial subalterns" or "a
lot of judicial marionettes to speak the
ventriloquisms of the White House"
To be effective, however, a speech must
contain more than mere indignation and
colorful name-calling. Was Senator
Glass speech effective? It was effective
because of the man who made it. Sena-
tor Glass has come to represent some
thing in American public life that, un-
happy as the suggestion may be, is
unique He is not liberal nor is he
conservative He is not an "administra-
ton stalwart" nor does he habitually
identify himself with the opposition. BY
the strength of his convictions and their
forceful expression he has raised himself
to a position that commands respect and
defies attack because of the fortnight
honesty with which it has been assumed.
The tag he wears is labeled, Garter
Glass of Virginia" 1t has a peculiar
significance and meaning all its own.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
Shooting Stars.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Dreams.

dreams.
I thought one early morning at the
dreamy, drowsy hour
I heard a little bird that sang with
strange, melodious power.
1t tilted on a willow twig, then sailed
across the sky
More swiftly than the fleecy cloud that
lightly foated by.
And then it came and sang again,
tune so loud and strong
That the sunbeams on the water danced
in rhythm to the song
Bingl Bing! went the alarm clock as it
spoiled another dream!
That song was just the radiator loading
up with steam!
I dozed again. I thought the south
wind softly hovered near,
The sunshine, turned to ether, trembled
in the atmosphere.
And it called the world to Summer. AS
the hours went drifting by
Each blossom breathed In perfume It's
life story to the sky.
And every leaf that futtered in its Ian
guor seemed to say:
II shall not stir again upon this listless,
lazy day
Bing Bing! went the alarm clock
Once again 1t spoiled dream!
The janitor was pushing on an extra
charge of steam.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
A Welcome Visitor.

In Lord TWeedsnluir, governor general
of Canada, who, with Lady Tweedsmuir,
has arrived for two-day state visit at
the White House, Washington heartily
welcomes an old friend, as well as
distinguished British novelist, poet and
statesman. The personal representative
of King George vi in the Dominion
government has never filled an official
post in the United States, but few
foreigners know the country as well as
he, and none eXcels him in sympathetic
regard for this people and their insti-
tutions John Buchan, by which name
the author of The Thirty-Nine Steps"
and World War historian is more
familiar to present-day Americans,
prides himself in particular on his init
mate acquaintance with the Civil War
and on flrst-hand knowledge of its
battlefields. One of Lord Tweedsmuir's
cherished ambitions is said to be to write
a life of Robert E. Lee.
There are those who thought that
Lord Tweedsmuir owed his appointment
to Ottawa in 1885 in no small degree to
the fact, apart from his many eminent
qualities, that he is profound and
friendly student of American affairs
and devout believer in English
speaking comradeship and political and
cultural ideals His presence in Wash
ington, following closely upon the re-
cent visit of Prime Minister Mackenzie
King, betokens afresh the intimate ties
that bind the United States and its
northern neighbor. Within few weeks
both the prime minister and the gov
ernor general will be in London for the
imperial conference scheduled for the
coronation period. 1t may be drawing
heavily on the imagination, as the VAN
couver Sun does, to suggest that 'for
the first time since l776 the United
States will indirectly sit in on the
council of the empire" 1t is neverthe-
less, evident that Canada's responsible
SpOheSultll QeSlt W ~ " iOIluOll 1u4lS
posted regarding those economic, po-
litical and defense questions which the
Dominion and the United States nova
days view through spectacles of the same
color. Canada has long ranked as the
interpreter" of the United States to the
British Commonwealth of Nations. More
than once, too, it has been tntimated
that on critical occasions involving world
affairs, Dominion policy would naturally
gravitate toward that of the United
States, subject, of course, to those i'm
perial obligations which the Dominion
recognizes and Loyalty observes.
Lord and Lady Tweedsmuir will be
greeted here with honors and dignities
in full keeping with their exalted status
as personal ENJOYS of the British crown.
The first official visit of an Ottawa gov
ernor general to Washington, in return
for President Roosevelt's sojourn in
Quebec a year ago, is destined to be
a milestone in the United States rela-
tions with Canada and one which will
mark yet another advance in the entente
cordiale which indissolubly unites the
two North American democracies.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
Children and Firearms.

When one child Kills another In play
the sympathy of the community nat
urally goes out to both families. But in
recent years there have been too many
fatal accidents for society to continue
to believe that nothing can be done
about it." On the contrary, the time is
ripe for parents in general to recognize
their responsibility for the mistakes OF
their offspring.
The logic of the problem is simple.
No half-grown boy and few grown-ups.
without long and careful training, are
capable Of handling firearms or should
be permitted to handle them. In none
Evening star., 1937-03-30
A Rhyme at Twilight
By
Gertrude Brooke Hamilton.
Pasch.

Pasch.
The Paschal moon floods all the town
with light,
Filling the streets with golden radiance
Whose glory holds mankind as IN
trance,
Easements are opened to the wondrous
night.
The stars are dimmed. The full moon
seems to smile
A benediction on the city throng;
And alleluias Of the Easter song
Are rising in the hearts Of men the while.
OF darkness and Of sin the night is
shorn;
And as day breaks above the distant
Gods luminary shines above us still
To usher in the Resurrection Morn.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

dividually, not to even think Of two
living on the salary of one. Youth will
not-dare not-assume the multifold
and heavy responsibilities of propagat-
ing our Nations heritage while bur-
dened with the present financial en-
barrassment. The woman who would be
both physically able and mentally
capable of reproducing stalwart race
perforce remains single. or If she does
get married invariably no children re-
suit from the marriage because Of the
consequent financial responsibilities in
volved. MILO N1EMINEN.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

cision marked a great day for the court
and a great day for the country. The
way is open for the States to act-if they
choose to actin regulation of minimum
wages and maximum hours of labor in
such manner as the conscience of the
people and the realities of the times may
dictate.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

Mr.. Bankhead, when invited to the
White House for conversation, may be
assumed to have had enough remote
contact with the Motion Picture Acad-
emy of Arts and Sciences to make him
artistically punctual in taking cues. The
family circle is influential in political
affairs and the talented Miss Talulah
may be help in this phase of RESPONSE
bilitY.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

AS rigid disciplinarian, Mussolini is
expected to exercise control on troops
who wander into the neighborhood wars
and show fighting spirit by getting
into trouble on their own account.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

constitutional questions by a threat OF
this kind agree with you most heartily
in your view With best wishes, am
Sincerely your friend,
JOE BYRNS."
On June of last year Mr.. Byrns died,
and at the time of his death he was
the Democratic Speaker OF the House.
believing as he did 1t the time he wrote
the letter Of the year before.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

Many useless letters are sent. 1t might
be possible to change designs often
enough to give the postage stamp rating
among collectors as the most important
part of the communication.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
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Evening star., 1937-03-30

The Russia referred to in English
poetry as "the bear that walks like man"
may yet be spoken of by some ban
queteer as proceeding under the
guidance of a brain trust.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

In debating the sit-down strike, every
experienced realtor will remember diff
culties caused by efforts to establish
what has been known as "squatters
sovereignty"
Evening star., 1937-03-30

The working men Of this nation
cannot fail to be interested in the effort
of John L. Lewis to control two labor
organizations at once.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

A Supreme Courts popularity in the
U. S. social scheme is expected to be
measured by other standards than the
length of its waiting list.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
discriminating.

discriminating.
"That was terrible slip Of the pencil
my stenographer made" said Senator
Sorghum.
I'm the speech you recently had
printed?"
"Yes. I said was guided by Vox
Populi. She had it written 'Vox Pocket
book!'"
Evening star., 1937-03-30
EniOyment.
Economy.

Economy.
"Are you going to plant any potatoes
in your garden?"
"No. I'll plant only seeds. Sticking
potatoes into the ground looks like such
a waste of good food"
Evening star., 1937-03-30

A Plea for Mendacity.
Oh, better compliment friend
And charitably toast him
With f1bs that serve no harmful end
Than tell the truth and roast him.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
The Changing Modes.

The statesman, once so gay and glad,
May be betrayed by Fashions vile,
And find, with feelings grim and sad,
His last years speech is out of style.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
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Responsibility.

Responsibility.
"Is Bliggins man to be trusted?"
I'm some respects. If he owes you
and says he can't pay you,
you can place absolute reliance on his
word"
Enjoyment.
A lot of worriment would end
If all could only know
It's much more fun to help friend
Than it's to knock foe.
Evening star., 1937-03-30
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Maryland and Virgini,
Evening star., 1937-03-30

@. What are the prices of the best
seats for the coronation?-T. w.
A. Prices range from $3.50 down.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

Happiness" said Uncle Eben, is de
ability to forget about de shower IN
admirin' de beauty Of de rainbow"
Evening star., 1937-03-30

@. Has synthetic milk ever been made?
w. r.
A. In spite of the fact that chemists
have identified 10l different substances
of which milk is composed, scientists
so far have not been able to make milk
synthetically.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

@. How far from the Florida line is
Savannah, Cap. w.
A. Savannah is on the Savannah
River, which forms the dividing line
between South Carolina and Georgia.
and is about 100 miles north OF the
Florida State line.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

preme court 10 geJ VeIulCC, Sdlu Ml.
Byrps. THAT may be talked about, but
it will never get anywhere. If you ever
start that sort of business, you set a
precedent that will be very harmful. I
don't think the country would stand for
that. I know I wouldn't"
On January 26, 1885, Mr. Byrns wrote
to a friend who had expressed anxiety
over reports current in Washington that
the administration might seek to in
crease the size of the Supreme Court so
as to influence its decisions. He said:
my dear --:
IT am sure you know me we'll enough
to know in advance that I am not in
favor of any proposal to increase the
membership of the Supreme Court be-
cause of it's decision on any case pend
ing before it. I was interviewed on the
subject on the very day before your let
ter was written and gave out an en-
phatic statement that I would not under
any circumstances favor any such pro-
posal, and I have received many letters
from all over the country commencing
my position.
"a number of the Eastern papers, in
cluding The Washington Star, have had
strong editorials indorsing my position.
Several of the newspaper correspondents
have told me that my emphatic inter-
view, which was quoted verbatim in
many papers, has served to allay the
talk of increasing the court in the event
its decisions was adverse to the gold
clause.
II know of nothing which would be
more detrimental to our form Of gov.
ernment than for our legislative body
| to endeavor to influence decisions on
Evening star., 1937-03-30

O. When was Zeta Beta Tau founded?
"A. S.
A. This is the oldest national Jewish
college fraternity. 1t was founded in
1898 and now has "a active chapters.
inactive chapters and more than 5000
members.
Evening star., 1937-03-30

@. What has become of Charles PonI,
who sWindled Americans several years
ago?-N. E.
A. He served seven-year sentence
and was deported when released from
prison.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-29
Will They Go For It?

Added to the troubles of our legislators is a new one. Last week Governor Wilbur L. Cross sent to the General Assembly the proposed four state flood control com pact. By it Connecticut will foot 40 per cent of the cost of acquiring land and building reservoirs which are the first things to be done in controlling flood wa ters of the Connecticut River. MasSacIu- setts is going to pay 50 per cent of the cost with Vermont and New Hampshire splitting the remaining ten per cent. Will Connecticut SolonS go for this project with another million dollar appropriation in sight?
 It will cost Connecticut $1,O8O,OOO to share in the acquisition of the necessary land for dams and reservoirs. The annual maintenance cost will be $S2, ,000 for this state. Another annual charge will be that of $54, ,0O0 for interest and amortization, inasmuch as it is proposed that the ac- tual construction of the reservoirs and dams, as well as land purchases, be ac- complished by floating bond issue. Now is the time for all good legislators to say their piece or forever hold their peace.
 The value of flood control, such as is contemplated, can't be ignored. We re- quire it, if we don't want to always have before us vision of the 1886 flood scenes along the Connecticut river in this state Certainly Hartford hasn't forgotten those days nor the tremendous cost of rehabili- tation. With this in mind we don't see how Connecticut can keep out of this four-state compact. There may be some grumbling over the amount this state will paV in COmDariSOn to Vermont and New Hampshire. Perhaps there is room for argument here. The main thing, though, is to put through compact s,a that ado will will disasters every spring of the year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-29

Newspapers and other publications having second-class mail privileges are absolutely forbidden to print lottery news if they are to be sent in the mails This edict was issued last week by the Third Assistant Postmaster General when the New York Times sought ruling from Postmaster Albert Goldman of New York City. This ruling leaves an "out" for big newspapers which can afford to print several editions, leaving the lottery news out of those which go into the mails. In the case of the smaller newspapers, though, this may result in ban on the lottery news which has been so eagerly awaited of recent years or since the pop ularity of the Irish Sweepstakes was established. It will be ok for the news paper to publish the names of the win- ners of the sweepstakes prizes, but these same papers must not be sent through the U. s. mails. We wonder if prosecu- tion of this law, which has always been in force, will now take place.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-29
Races Innate Nobility

To get encouragement about the state of the world these days, you have to go to the humble rather than to the great. It is the unsung hero of everyday life who persuades us that the race may not be heading for the darkness of the pit, after all. There died in New York suburb the other day Captain John Penny, a veteran mariner 81 years of age, who had put in A years as life saver in the Coast Guard. The papers took note of his death by reviewing his career and recall ing some of the more sensational reScueS in which he had taken part.
 It wasn't an extraordinary tale; the annals of the Coast Guard could dupli- cate it hundred times, probably, for sfipwrecks, heroism, and devotion to duty are part of the days work in that outfit. And yet it was well worth reading and pondering about, for = like all these Coast Guard stories - it hints broadly that the human race can behave pretty nobly whenever anyone in authority thinks to ask it to do so.
 The Coast Guard is police organiza- tion, in the broadest sense of the word. That is, it exists not merely to enforce the law, but to preserve order, to lend hand where hand is needed, and to see to it that help is available at all times and places. If you are at sea in small fishing boat and hurricane, unbe- knownst to you, is coming your way, the Coast Guard will hunt you out and warn you. If you drift away from shore in a rowboat and night is coming on, the Coast Guard will go and get you. If you are in steamer whose engines break down, Coast Guard cutter will come along and give you tow. If your ship runs on the rocks, the Coast Guard boys will be there to save your life - at the loss of some of their own lives, as often as not
 This sort of thing is mirrored in the account of Captain Penny's life, as it is in every biography of a member of that outfit; and it is worth while to reflect on what it all signifies. The Coast Guard does not exist to make profit for some body. It does not give the government which supports it any commercial ad- vantage. It is not primarily fighting force - though, when occasion demands, it can fight with the best of them.
 Its existence simply reflects the races instinct for order, for mutual help, for cooperative action to make life safer and easier. Its hired hands, who get neither gloSy nor riches, cheerfully accept the most shocking risks with a devotion to duty not exceeded anywhere. And we, G1e taxpayers, gladly pay for the main- anance of the whole business.
 Isn't all this rather heartening? In- hividualS such as the innumerable
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-03-29
Court Bill Bogs Down

Under, no doubt, the whitening fire of legislative judges and court attaches the court reform bill, which has been up for several sessions now, has Shriveled sadly from its original contour. We don't know if Supreme Court Chief Justice William M Maltbie has despaired of attaining his objective of the district court system in Connecticut or is endeavoring to procure an entering wedge by introducing changes in the existing system not scheduled to create too much animosity among the present members of the low court judic- iary, but certainly the substitute bill brought out last week is emasculated.
 It's not much better than the second bill which was introduced when the orig inal plan to create B district courts fell on deaf ears. The substitute for that was establishment of the district system with Fl courts in it, which would be exactly four more courts in the. state than there are at present. While the original pur- pose of the district court bill wasn't nec- eSSarily to deprive certain lower court judges of their standing or their appoin- tive positions, it was intended to decrease the number of present day courts and to prevent the existence of justice-of-the- peace courts.
 Even the third bill that is now being discussed at the Capital does not elim- mate any existing courts, city, town or borough It provides for all of them and it further provides that any town now with out court may petition to come under the jurisdiction of court in town that is contiguous or adjacent to it. This does not increase the number of existing courts and at the same time allows all towns to be in a court jurisdiction. Whether this objective is desirable under the meaning of the original district court bill, we leave for its sponsors to determine We simply believe that the district court bill is killed so far as 1887 is concerned.