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The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1937-02-11
Signs of
Fight

of Democratic strength in the house
coupled with the gag rules which
have been applied without stint or
limit by the Democratic majority.
precludes Republican leader Smell
and his associates from doing very
much for their party in the house.
Where senators have the privilege of
unlimited debate, house members
are allotted time and lately the time
allotted to the Republicans has been
infinitesimal. That. of course, is one
of the spells of victory and the DEM
ocrats cannot be blamed for assert
ing their power.
But the point of it all is that while
Democratic Chairman Farley has
his team on it's toes, full of fight,
ready to go. Chairman Hamilton
has not even been vocal personally,
much less has he been able tc stir
I'D fight among his associates. 1t
is a situation from which most any,
thing may eme1 ge. MIR. Hamilton
sought and was given vote OF con-
fidence by his own national COM
mittee shortly after the election. He
cannot say now that his hands are
tied insofar as the authority of lead
ership is concerned. So, it il made
to appear that unless the present
leaders of the Republicans really
enter the arena, unless they show
their ability to carry the fight to
the enemy, it seems rather likely
that new leaders will come from the
ranks of the Republicans and the
present group will become has
beenS.
Western Newspaper Union.
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1937-02-11

llISG <AlIlSAASdh CSAuChS al
When a child is born, it's
nationality is that of its par
ents, regardless of its birth
place. The parents of all the
Presidents from Washington
down to Buchanan were born
before the Declaration of In
dependence was signed and
were therefore British SUBJ
jects, even though they were
born in America, Lincoln's
father and mother were the
first parents of a President
born after July a, 1776. So
he was the first chief execu-
tive, born in the United States
of AMERICAN parents and
therefore he was the first
REAL American President.
That characterization of
Lincoln, however, is not based
alone on a mere technically
in regard to the nationality
of his parents. More impor-
tant is the fact that there was
blended in him the strains of
the two cultures which were
such a vital force in the max
ing of America. One was
from New England and the
other from Virginia.
It was just 300 years ago that
the first of the Lincolns came
to America. Samuel Lincoln was
his name and he was born at
bingham in Norfolk, England, in
1919. In 1857 he emigrated to
the Massachusetts, Bay colony
and lived there until his death
in bingham, Mass, in 1890. From
this original immigrant seven
Lincolns can be traced in direct
line to the man who became
President.
A Migratory Family.
As the years passed successive
generations of the Lincolns felt
that urge for westward mi
grafton which was such a strik-
ing characteristic of the pioneer
stock that conquered the wilder
ness of North America and did
SO much to build in it a new
nation. Not one of the seven died
in the same town in which he
was born and only one died in
the same state. The westward
faring of the Lincolns took them
from Massachusetts to New Jer-
sey to Pennsylvania, to Virginia,
to Kentucky, to Indiana. They
came finally to Illinois from
whence they sent one of their
sons back East again, there to
die and in the dying, as well
as in his living, to achieve i'm
mortality.
Here is the record of those
seven LincolnS:
Samuel Lincoln was born in
bingham, England, in 1919 and
died in bingham, Mass, in 1890.
His son Mordecai Lincoln, ST.,
was born in bingham, Mass,
in 1867 and died in Scituate,
Mass, in 1927. His son
Mordecai Lincoln was born
in Scituate, Mass, April "a,
1886, and after a residence in
New Jersey died in Berks coun-
ty, Pa, in 1876. His son
John Lincoln was born in
Berks county, Pa, in l716 and
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Contrast

SHOWN around Republican headquar-
'ers. Vi Course, old time politicians
Always say that a winning horse
sah De financed. never a loser. John
-. NJ. Hamilton, the Republican ma
t'ohai chairman. rode losing
Nurse. He came out of the race
sauoled with gigantic deficit. Def
st's Tor losing political parties are
So' as easily financed as United
s'ates Treasury deficits these days
s'io so Mr.. Hamilton is having his
aouoies in that direction as well
hhdIng any enthusiasm among
republican party workers.
Out that does not excuse the Re-
s s national committee nor
III W. Hamilton. After all, it is to be
10 aoa that approximately
,V'o,ooO voters cast their ballots
~ the Republican presidential
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1937-02-11

IN contrast TO the circumstances
l nave JUS: related, it must be dis
The Kennewick courier-reporter. [volume] (Kennewick, Wash.) 1914-1938, 1937-02-11

heartening to wit
ness the feeble, al
most futile, eff
forts that are
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
By MARJORIE ELLIS McCf
THE MINNEAPOLIS JOURNAL

Minneapolis, Oct. 21-The winter coat
news is exciting plus this year For
sports wear we have entire jackets and
coats of fleecy lambs wool in natural
yellow, rust, blue, red and green.
Tweeds, homespun, camels hair and
rough woods are all included in the sport
and casual wear class.
Such coats are cut in straight or
modified swagger line. They may be
double or single breasted, belted or not
as you choose. The length is wrist for
a jacket, full or seven-eighths for a
coat.
Colors in sport and casual coats in
clude all the spice brown shades, dark
reds, greens and blues. Dressy coats
are generally black, although brown,
deep red, dark green and smoke blue
are sometimes selected
The newest of the dress coat fabrics
are smooth of surface. The dreSSy sill
houette is either semi-fitted or slim and
straight as a reed. The length Just
covers the dress.
Goats may or may not be fur COL
Jared, as you wish. Fur collars vary
from little straight bands to huge shawl
collars. Almost every size and shape is
fashionable. Fur cuffs are again in
fashion. Fur trim in vertical lines on
the body Of the coat is very smart.
Many coats have all fur sleeves. Fur
plastrons are smart as are fur bands,
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
NO COLD PLUNGE
FOR WOOLENS.

Woolens are the washtub's most
temperamental problem. They are like
ly to come out dry and hard shrunken,
stretched or napless, unless they have
extra care and attention given "prima
donna"
A cold plunge following a warm bath
may be all very well for us humans,
but it's more than wooden garment
can take Extreme changes in temper
allure of the wash water account for
changes in shape or size. Alkaline water
Isofteners or washing powders and strong
soap are too harsh for sensitive woolens
When washing a wool sweater, the
first step is to lay the dry garment on
large sheet of paper and draw around
it, so that it can be brought back to its
original shape and size. Mild soap and
lukewarm water should be used-soft
water, if possible the suds squeezed
gently through the garment. Wooden
garments should not soak The rinsing
water should be the same temperature
as the washing water. and excess
moisture may be removed by squeezing
into bath towel. No wringing, is the
warning. The garment is then shaped
out according to the original diagram or
measurements and allowed to dry lying
flat. M. Lois Reid.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
House Moved 20
Miles by CreIU.

Elbow Lake-A novel sight was OBJ
served here recently when 22x28 foot
dwelling house, mounted on steel wheels
and drawn by a large caterpillar tractor,
was moved into town, distance of 70
miles, to be placed over basement
and foundation which had been built
for it. The house, owned by R. O.
Steensland, who is employed at the
Elbow Lake Mil, was brought here
from Milan, distance of about 10 miles
by the route taken. Only five days were
required for the actual moving after the
building had been raised from its former
foundation and placed on wheels. After
timbers had been placed under the
building, it was mounted on three 4
wheel steel trucks and these fastened
together with chains for steering pur-
poses. The long move was made with
out perceptible damage to the building.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
CHOOSING THE
ELECTRIC REFRIGERATOR.

In selecting an electric refrigerator,
the first consideration is the reputation
for reliability and service of the local
dealer and the manufacturer.
The dimensions, interior capacity, and
kind of insulation should be learned
from the label or in the literature Of
the manufacturer. Also, if possible,
some guarantee should be obtained that
the refrigerator will maintain under or
binary operating a temperature not
above IS degrees ?. in the milk COM
partment and not above so degrees F.
in the other parts of the box without
using an unreasonable amount Of cleo
trio energy.
In refrigerators of desirable type the
interior and exterior finish is smooth
water-reSistant, and easily cleaned. The
food compartment is so placed that il
can be used without STOPPING. The legs
raise the cabinet high enough above
the floor to permit cleaning under
meath. Shelves are of material that
will not tarnish; they are strong, easy
to clean and to move, spaced so as to
use the interior capacity to best ad-
vantage. Doors fit tightly against gas
kets and bear on their frames at ,eas!
half an inch, to make them alright
are securely held by pressure latches
and are as tightly insulated as the other
walls. They may open either right OF
left according to convenience.
The family should consider carefully
the amount of space likely to be needed
for storage in the refrigerator before
deciding on the size of the refrigerato,
needed.
M Lois Reid.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
KEEP THE
CLEANER CLEAN.

Vacuum cleaners, if you expect them
to do good work, require care.
Most of the new vacuum cleaners do
not require oiling Manufactures pack
the bearings in grease at the factory
and oil is not required. Old machines
requiring fabrication should be oiled ex-
actly as directed by the manufacturer.
When using the cleaner, adjust its
nozzle to the thickness of the rug or
carpet to be cleaned. The nozzle must
be low enough to raise or vibrate the
carpet but not so low that it is hard
to push.
The cord contains delicate electric
wires which are easily broken if handled
roughly. Wind the cord in loose loops
over the hooks on the handle. Avoid
dragging the cord over sharp edges or
pushing heavy furniture on it. To dis
connect, pull the plug, never jerk the
cord itself Brushes do not work well
when matted with hair, thread, and so
forth. Cut these out and give brushes
chance to work. The bag on vacuum
cleaners is not made large so that it
will hold much dirt. The cloth of the
bag acts as filter which separates the
dirt from the air as it rushes up the
nozzle. The air goes through the bag
and the dirt is held in the bag. The
need for keeping the bag clean is EVIL
dent. If the bag is filled and clogged
with dirt the air cannot enter or es-
cape and there will be no suction.
Empty the bag regularly, shaking out all
loose dirt. Ito clean thoroughly, turn
the bag wrong side out and brush the
inside with a broom or a stiff whisk
broom.
Jessie Marion.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
Borrowing Boots
CLassed as Sin?

Notwithstanding book and not
returning it has become the pardon
able sin" in these United States, but to
borrow a mans boots and forget to re-
turn them-well, how would you classify
that act in the category of earthly sins?
Virgil Gislason, Minneota man, would
like to know. Some months or weeks
ago Che's rather vague as to the time)
Virgil lent his boots to a friend, and
proceeded promptly to forget about the
incident. What's worse, he's even for
gotten the identity of the friend-and
that eliminates the use of the old scare
gag that the party is known" The
fact is, it took the approach of chilly
days and the prospect of pheasant
hunting to bring the matter to mind.
And in the meantime Mystery Man
walks to and fro, probably wearing
Virgil'S boots and probably not. All of
which is by way of saying that unless
the borrowing friend IS a real friend,
and responds to a gentle request for
their return, Virgil is out a pair of good
boots.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
A NEW COAT
VIA A NEW LINING.

A new lining may help to take away
that last years coat" feeling and may
add years of service as well as improve
the appearance of an old winter coat.
The amount of lining material needed
should be about equal two coat lengths,
plus the length of the sleeves. Care
fully rip out the old lining and press it
so that it may be used as a pattern for
the new one. Cut the center back l
inch wider than the outside Of the coat.
Such allowance may have been made in
the old lining. Basic the center back
plat and press; then stitch the length
wise lining seams. If the interlining
used was thin flannel, stitch it in with
the seams of the lining. Press all seams
open.
Lay the lining into the coat with the
underarm seams together Pin along
seams and tack the underarm seam of
the lining to underarm seams of the
coat with diagonal baSting stitches.
Smooth the fronts into place, working
carefully. Turn in and pin the front
edges of the lining to the facing. Basic
the shoulder of the lining to the
shoulder seam of the coat, darting out
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21

which appeared in the issues of July
22nd and 29th, August 5th, 18th, and
9th, and September 9th. Full page
ads in country weeklies from out of
town advertisers are not common and
this series of seven full page ads is
causing considerable talk
Leader" Prints Petersen Letter
Observers were interested in noting
that considerable space was devoted in
The Minnesota Leader last week to re-
printing letter from Hjalmar Peter
sen addressed to Editor Abe I. Harris.
Sometime ago it will be remembered,
Mr.. Petersen publicly charged that the
Leader did not print his side of the
story but this letter of Petersen's was
apparently reprinted in full and he
was given ample space to state his
views.
Petersen started his letter by charg-
ing that the Leader carried story on
September 18th in which it was said
that Petersen had no plan for harmony
in Farmer-Labor ranks. This state
ment Petersen denies Carrying on his
attacks on Art Jacobs, Secretary to the
Speaker and Abe I. Harris, the Leader
editor, Hjalmar Petersen makes the
following statements and these are
quoted from the columns of the
Leader:
told the committee about
the past work of A. N. Jacobs, his acti-
xyiAiac ", Tta oopopoioy,e IF TI,oy,ooc n
Schall, his editorship of the Harpoon,
and his vile attempt to discredit Mag
nus johnson Jacobs supports
conservatives, reactionaries and liberals
alike, anybody who will pay the price
for write-ups in his now State News.
After few months membership with
the Farmer-Labor Association he sat
as high-ranking man on the nomina-
ton committee in the State Farmer
Labor Endorsing Convention of March,
1886, questioning the candidates for en-
dorsement"
WAS there ever any attempt on the
part of Abe Harris, Editor of the Min
nesota Leader, and as such, a leader in
the Farmer-Labor Association to re-
move A. N. Jacobs from his influential
position in party affairs? MOI But
that same Abe Harris was glad to pub
lish resolutions in the Leader one from
the 61st Legislative District on the Iron
Range in which they requested my local
Club to Gust me from
and the resolution passed
by seven at Askov, criticizing me, and
in so doing attempting to lead readers |
of the Minnesota Leader to think that |
even my home community is against |
me-"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
"BOrrOIDed" Gas
Isn't Returned.

Austin-Although their faith in mans
honesty has been dealt a severe blow,
Doris, 9, and Agnes, IL, still cling to the
hope that motorist will return the
can and gasoline he borrowed from
them. Doris and Agnes were alone in
the D. H. Duffy farm home four miles
east of Austin when a man in overaIls
and cap came to the door. He asked
for gasoline, and when told by the girls
that they did not know whether there
was any gasoline in the house, the man
demanded, well, look around for
some" The girls found three-gallon
can, about half full, and gave it to the
man who promised that he would 60 10
the nearest gas station to fill his tank
and that he would then return the can
and the gasoline. Although there is a
gasoline pump one mile east and
another one mile west of the Duffy
home, the borrower" did ont return.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
Prisoner Kicks But
Guests Compliment.

Two Harbors-Guests dropping in a..
the Lake County farm for dinner one
day saved the veteran cook at the farm
his job, for they came just when one
Of the inmates made arrangements to
have the cook discharged. County
agent Torstein Grinager, Clerk of Court
Ira W. Foote, and c. M Hillman, for
whom the latchstring at the county
farm had been hanging out all summer,
found time Monday to make the call
and arrived Unexpectedly just after the
inmate had announced he intended to
go before the county board to petition
the removal Of the head of the culinary
department of the farm The menu
included roast pork, baked potatoes and
gravy, buttered peas, fresh cucumbers
and bread of which everyone had two
helpings, topped off with two pieces of
pie and spiced cookies.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
VICTOR A. JOHNSTON
Edited this week by

Demands for another special session
of the legislature continue but thess
demands seem to be entirely from the
metropolitan districts with consider.
able pressure being brought on the
Governor to call a session this fall
Opinion seems to be that the Cover
nor is not adverse to calling this ses-
sion if he can figure some way to de
it without drawing too much heat from
the rural districts who still remembe,
the fiasco of the two sessions held this
year already and who do not like to
see their tax money spent in a lavish
manner.
Farm Conference Notes
The Governors Farm Conference
held last week at the State Capitol, was
marred to some extent by efforts OF
some of his political followers to inject
political tinge. The conference was
attended by some $50 farm leaders of
the state, all of whom had an opportu-
nifty to express their views. A. j. Oh
son of Renville, former State President
of the Bureau, in his remarks did, how
ever, state the views of number of
The farm leaders when ne said that he
did not like to hear so many speeches
being made by "pay-rollers of the state
administration" His reference was ap-
parently directed to the utterances Of
certain state employees and officials
who took the floor to point out that the
farmer and the laborer are one and the
same in the economic picture and must
be tied together. Outside of the fact
that there were 'pay-rollers" who tried
to inject a political flavor into the
gathering and despite the fact that
Roger Rutchick, secretary to the Gov
ernor, and Abe l. Harris, Editor of
The Minnesota Leader, were conspicu-
ously buttonholing delegates, the farm
conference as a whole was well con-
Quoted.
Minnesota Republicans gathered last
week in st. Paul to formulate plans
for reorganization convention to be
held this fall. Those attending the
meeting seemed generally agreed that
as minority party, the G. o. P. must
work out sound program of carrying
its philosophy of Government to the
voters and that this program cannot be
carried out solely by denouncing admin
istrations now in power, but rather by
an accurate analysis and Interpretation
of measures and their effect on the
citizenry as a whole.
Advertising Note
Considerable comment is being heard
over the state, particularly among rural
editors with respect to the schedule of
advertising run by speaker of the
House, Harold H Barker in his Grant
County Herald. The schedule referred
to was series of full page ads from
one of the leading St. Paul hotels
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
BUYING A
WINTER COAT.

The DAYS are shorter and the even.
ings quite cool, which means it won't
be long until you may be needing tc
make an all important choice that OF
what kind Of winter coat to buy. A
new winter coat is a longtime invest
ment and making good buy is very
essential
Most folks will select a coat for
general wear-church, street, travel
walking, driving, and calling on friends
Goats not labeled for dress, or for sport
to the extent that they are conspicu-
Gus, on most occasions should be the
popular choice-the warm, comfortable
long-wearing, moderately-priced coats
that viii do for almost any occasion
They are not so easy to select, how
ever.
Begin shopping for your coat by look
ing at the magazines and newspapers
50 that you have a definite idea about
what is being offered. Then think over
what kind of coat you want-the color
that viii go best with your other clothes
and that you won't tire of, and the
price you want to pay. With this much
decided, you are ready to look over the
coats in the stores.
Here are few points to consider as
you look: Plain, simple styles without
much trim will remain in style longest
and probably wear the best. If you
haven't much money 10 spend, an all
cloth coat will usually be better buy
than one fur-trimmed. Good quality
naturally lasts better than cheap cloth
plus cheap fur. Conservative colors also
last best and usually suit your other
clothes best. Black, dark blue, or
brown will be less tiresome than a
wierd green or red
When you try on the coat, try walk
ing and sitting, and moving the arms
about. Be sure the sleeves don't re-
strict you so they'll be uncomfortable
while driving a car or carrying a bundle.
Be certain the skirt is not too tight for
comfortable walking and sitting. And
see that the coat fastens comfortable
and snugly so the wintry bree0es won't
be blowing down your neck or I'D your
sleeves.
There are two things you want to
ask about the material. First, is the
cloth all wool? Many mixtures of wool
and other fabrics look like all wool but
after you've worm them for awhile the
difference is apparent Usually wool
and cotton mixtures won't be as warm.
won't wear as well, nor resist wrinkles
as well Second, what quality of wool?
Poor fibers are harsh and stubby, short
and uneven. Poor fiber materials feel
stiff and heavy, and won't have the
spring when you crunple it in your
hand that good wool has. Poor wool
looks dull and hasn't clear weave. A
coat made Of it will get baggy with
wear, lose its finish, or become rough
and broken at places that get hard
wear.
For general everyday purposes, you'll
be wise 10 look for firm material
with an even, definite weave Loops
over the surface Of the material will
catch and pull. A fluffy nap, especially
one on a weak foundation, will wear at
the hips and elbows Material that is
too stretchy when you pull it between
your hands is likely to become baggy.
Twas = uT1,;+fial5
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1937-10-21
FOR BETTER
WEARING MATERIALS.

A study of the strength of 80 new and
discarded plain weave cotton materials
in garments and household articles has
recently been completed in one of the
research departments of a nearby state
university.
The lengthwise (warp) threads OF
the 80 materials were stronger than the
widthwise filling ones. The practical
significance of this is that We could
select fabrics more intelligently if We
had definite information ON such points
as thread count and tensile strength
Until then, let's note more closely the
weave structure and select fabric OF
firm, well-balanced weave structures
and the filling yarn construction.
Ewes E. Whitfield.