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The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
Our Stake in the Trans-Polar Route
(Seattle Post-Intelligencer)

NSeatIle FOSt-lnIelIlgencef) Russian flyers justly entitled to prestige and credit for demonstrating the feasibility of the air route the North Pole. connecting Europe and North America
 The United States will be recreant if it fails to take heed of the possibilities developed by the Rus sian flyers, but first explored and predicted by Am erioans. EkF Ys#@
 In effect the discovery of the North Polar regions and their in aviation mounts to recastng of the map of the world. uk
 spectator had the equator directly before him Dis tances commonly calculated on an east-to-west basis and toward the top of the map thrown out of true proportion. .t az. sl
 The effect of the Russian flights is to make the North Pole the center of a world map
 Viewed in this way the territory of Alaska be- comes of paramount importance.
 Long before the development of the airpane the North Pole first reached by American. after decades international competition that crysallized and intensified ideas of Arctic hardships and hazards.
 It remained for another Arctic explorer, the Canadian American Vilhjalmur Stefansson, to dis sipate some of these exaggerated ideas His version of friendly Arctic" scoffed at by some. But recent developments bear out his predictions that advancing aviation before long will take advantage of flat polar ice and nnumerable lakes in interior Alaska for year-around commercial flights
 Despite their importance the Russian flights thus far partake of of the elements of stunt flying The first demonstrated the praccalty of the trans polar route. The second confirmed that thesis and set a new nonstop record
 But commercial flying demands not nonstop dis tance marks but way stations The third Russian flight now projected with a stop at Fairbanks, AL aska is step in this direction The establishment of floating base in the polar region for weather reports is another element.
 It is encouraging news that the findings of Stef- ansson prophet of the Arctic being given consid eraton by American air lines interested in developing commercial routes across the roof of the world
 Tn that development the United States govern ment, proprietor of Alaska must take the keenest interest both from the viewpoint of encouraging our own nationals in development. of world communica tion, and in the protection of Alaska, which may become a gateway to Asia and Europe.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
DAII.Y LESSONS
 IN ENGLISH By W. L. Gordon

- Words often misused: Do not say "Who do you think I met on the street today?v say, 'Whonf-tdo rpu think" Tt % 8< ~ Often fnispronounced: ObSedti1- ous. Pronounce ob-se-kwi-us, O. as in of, e as in see, as in quick, ac- cent second syllable. S tN5 Often miSspelled: Phrase; SC, not ze.
 Synonyms. International, cool, composed, languid. phlegmatic, apa- thetic.
 Word study: use a word tllIee times and it is yours" Let us in crease our vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Todays word impetuosity; violent state or quail ity. Give not reins to your in- famed passions: take time and a little delay; impetuosity manages all things badly.i'-Statius. s.e ,si
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
Horoscope fThe stars incline
 but do not compel"
FRIDAY. AUGUST 20. 1887

|
 1 FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, 1897
 Benefic aspects rule today, &C., cording to astrology. It is time fol making any concessions which vii make it possible to speed up busi- ness and commerce.
 Industry is under a fortunate sway which seems to indicate the lrooperation of labor at time wher ifactnries in certain lines are under l'stfess and; strain.
 mteAFors, mec:....,..s.. engineers aridis stbntractors are subject to g sway that stimulates all construc, tive work. Young men just out oi college should benefit.
 While Uranus is in threatening aspect and judgment may not be impartial where international prob- lens are involved, practical plans should be pushed wherever possible 1 Many men and many women now will be of divergent minds as there are sharp cleavages of opinion among workers as well as executives in business and government pro- jects.
 This is not lucky day for mak- ing new acquaintances or putting trust in strangers. Many secret plans now may be in operation and nu- merous spies may be active.
 The rule is unfavorable for first meetings between girls and eli gible youths Suspicion and criti- cism are easily aroused under this rule of the stars.
 Education next month is to re- veal new trends, it is forecast. In many universities girls will out number men, The coming academic year is to develop changes in gen. eral trends of f~study.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of hard work that brings to many sense of se- curity. Numerous homes may face disturbed conditions.
 Children. born on this day proba- ply will be adaptable and capable of winning success. Subjects of this sign of Leo are on the cusp and may have strong Virgo characteristics.
 Samuel L. Mitchill, scientist, was born on this day 1764. Others who have celebrated it as birthday in clude Valentine Mott, surgeon, 1785 {; Benjamin Harrison, 23rd President of the United States, 1883.
 Copyright, 193D
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
The Earth Grows Smaller
Cincinnati Enquirer)

Cincinnati Enquirer)
 The 6625-mie flight from Moscow to Southern California just completed via the North Pole by three Russian aviators, bettering similar recent feat by three of their countrymen is than just exhi- bton of Russian aeronautical prowess. It is proof that the world is getting to be smaller place.
 The first trans-polar flight from Moscow to the United States exhibition of the fact that air planes blaze and shorter trails between anti pedal points over the top of the globe. The second flight proved that the route could be followed by other men in another plane. Many more flights need be made before it can be shown that trans-polar air line between Moscow and the United States is prac ticabe of but two flights without mishap show an undeniable degree of practcability.
 The six Russians who pioneered in the blazing of air trail the top of the world dared almost inevitable death had their single motored planes fa tered the frozen wastelands. practical airline over the route would require the establishment of a number of way stations not only to reduce the dan ger of the flight but to provide refueing facilities so ttat useful loads could be carried The establishment of such waystations will come naturally, matter of course.
 When such stage of development )f the trans polar air is reached the Russian Capital will be feasbly nearer-n point of tme-to the United States by air than the countries of Western Europe by water Meanwhile before the year is out commer- cial airline will bring Western Europe within days distance by air. Aviations exploits indeed making a small world
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. C. Gordon

l. What is a share cropper? 3. How many members has the Royal Canadian Mounted Police? 3. Who was the Roman goddess of fire? 4. What does the ape symbolize? 5. Of what country is Canberra the capital?
 ANSWERS
 l. A tenant on a farm who fur nishes the labor in producing a crop, receiving an agreed portion of the proceeds as his compensa- tion 2. About 5000.
 3. Vesta.
 4. Uncleanness, malice, and cum ming.
 5. Australia. "w'
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
MRS. J. E. RICHEY
 IS GUEST OF HONOR
 ATFAREWELLPARTY

Mrs J. B. Burford entertained last evening at her home in honor of her sister, Mrs. J. E. Richey,. the form CT Marian Foster, who is leaving for the south aboard the North Sea to join her husband, Ensign Richey of the U. s. c. G. Tallapoosa.
 Guests at the farewell party were Mrs. E. E Ninnis, Mrs Roger Steve son, Mrs. Bert Caro, Mrs. Roy Car rigan, Mrs. Arthur Adams. Mrs. Lu Liston, Miss Gretchen DeLeo, Miss Harriet Barragar, Miss Dorothy Green, and Miss Mary Simpkins.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
20 Years Ago From The Empire
AUGUST le. 1917

AUGUST 19, 1917
 Assistant Secretary of Interior Herbert A. Meyer passed through Juneau on the way south after vis- iting the Westward and Anchorage
 Douglas Fire Chief Langseth re- paired the pump at the fire station The pump had been out of commis- sion for one week.
 Frank B. Lazar and John Req Thompseh, of Nile Temple, passed through Juneau bound for Cordova
 w. s. Pullen had ssfnbved from Thane to his residence in Juneau at 316 Distin Avenue. ir r. A-.D t.t i-
 Jack Kline took over his duties as wharfinger atethe Pacific Steam ship Dock. |, ~ve-
 Mrs. Crystal Snow Jenne was to assist at the Viola Wasterlain reel tai to be given in Parish Hall.
 Mrs. E. H. Kaser, who had suf- fered a broken collar bone in an auto accident, had recovered suf- ficiently at St. Ann's Hospital to be removed to her home
 Gus Hanson, known as Five O. Clock Gus" died at the General Hospital as the result of a brain tumor.
 Weather-high 52, low 50, rain.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
CALIFORNIA FRIENDS
 VISITING IN JUNEAU
 WITH E. v14VELANDS

Visiting with MT. and Mrs. Earl Cleveland for a few days. MT. and Mrs. Robert Wells of Berkeley. and MT. and Mrs. Philip Nash of San Francisco have spent the past few days in fishing and are to leave for the south aboard the Baranof this week.
 The Wells n d Nashes arrived here aboard the Yukon after having made the round trip to Seward They are stopping at the Gastineau Hotel.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
IRVING KRAUSE IS TO ENTER PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR ACADEMY

Irving Krause, 18-year-old son oi MT. and Mrs. G. E. Krause, is leav- ing on the Princess Charlotte for Washington D. O., where he will en- ter the Col u m b a n Preparatory School to study for the West Point examination scheduled for next March.
 Mrs. Krause will accompany her son East, returning to Juneau i'm mediately upon his entrance in the school.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
.SOftbaII Iron Girl Sets World Mark

ST. LOUIS, Aug. 19. - Henrietta Hoffman is the iron girl of St. Louis feminine softball players She recently established what is be- lieved to be a world record for con- secutive games played by girl softball player. Since 1884 Miss Hoffman, a shortstop, has played in 146 consecutive games without missing a single inning
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
sELDoYIA GIRL DIES

Word has been received in Sel- dovia of the death of Miss Mary Bloch, graduate of Seldovia, An- chorage and Berkeley schools. Miss Bloch passed away in Detroit fol- lowing severe illness. She was the sister of Mrs. Jack English, Sel- dovia postmistreSS.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
MODERN ETIQUETTE By Roberta Lee

e. How should a divorced woman distinguish herself from the sed- ond Mrs. Charles Brown? ss'
 A. By prefixing her maiden name to her former husbands surname, and writing, Mrs. Jones Brown.
 Q. Should a note of congratu- lation and felicitation be sent upon receiving an announcement of a birth? 1T
 A. Yes, and it should be sent promptly. a4s
 Q. Is corn on the cob ever served at formal dinner? aesf
 A. Never.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
Add Heat Wave
Philadelphia Record

VI
 We have been thinking off and during hot week of an editorial to Ralph M Easley, the redphobiac who Communists under every bed and who has declared the radicals have practically taken WPA over.
 MT Easley and his National Civic Federation have been this of thing long that couldn't work up much steam. Now along comes New. York's WPA Administrator Somervel and does it for us. He refers to the Easley attack thus:
 Tt is lot of fatuous twaddle, illogical irrational, unreasonable, imprudent, ridiculous, absurd foolish preposterous ludcrous, ncautious careless and spe cious'
 That seems to sum it up and we hope it gets cooler soon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
BISHOP ROWE IN SEWARD

Ending a. 3,O0O-mile flight to Far Western and Northern points, Bishop Pc ter Trimble Rowe, in charge of Alaskan missions for the Episcopal Church, arrived recently in Seward.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

young lady pulled up to the curb and smiled sweety when the policeman informed her sterny that she was doing 75 miles an hour Isn't that marvel ous' said she. and am only learning to drive Chicago Tribune.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Senator Bailey Dem North Carona5; says the South doesn't approve ynching but objects to the Ianti-lynching bill. They don't wish to be tied down in the matter of stringing lipsATom Meany in the New York Word-Telegram.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

A school opened at Ellison Bay Wis will dispense entirely with books. Sometimes wonder if the U S Treasury wouldn't be happier that ways-Atlanta Constitution
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

There many people with long memories, but three who can recall their individual SSA numbers without looking at Uncle Sams little cards Chicago Tribune.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Experts say babies shouldn't be rocked to sleep mothers lap It dsturbs the little things SO when hot ashes fall them.-Buffalo Evening News
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

These easy times for newspaper edors-they have choice every day of three headlines: The franc Franco and Franklin-ColumbuS Dispatch
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Germany is going to limit the size of armbands, but nothing is said about limiting the size of hat bands
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Lode and placer rUati0n notices for sale at The Empire Office.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

. The Japanese attack may be made in the moon- light but the result is death just the same.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

feel that every assistance possible should be given him. g R'tRs
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Hades is created by it's inhabitants by its ditons.s People" make hell. St Louis Globe
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

The University of Pavia,. in Italy was founded in 825. -ss'
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19

Today's News Today.-Empire.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1937-08-19
H A P P Y- --=----B I R T H D A Y

The Empire eTtends congratula- lions and best ioishes today, thei' birthday anniuersary, to the JollotD- ing.
 AUGUST 19
 Josephine Soule Marjorie Ann Thompson M. Agatha Graves
 Audrey Dudueff Florence Rutherford
 Carl Weidman
 Warren Geddes
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16
esTH CENTURY CLUB
WITH MRS. CALENDAR

In spite Of the snowy weather,
the Goth Century Club met in the
home Of Mrs. F. C. Calendar on
Wednesday afternoon, December
9Th, with only two members alb
sent. Following the business SEES
sion an interesting program was
given on Latin America" with
Mrs. G.. H. Odom as leader.
Christmas in Latin America.
Roll Call-Christine Wilkes. o
Little Town of Bethlehem-Mes-
danes ]. E. Bush and Water Cd
ON. Christmas Customs in La
tin America-Mrs. j. E. Bush.
The Church in Latin America
Mrs. w. c. Stokes. Silent Night
Holy N-ight-Mesdames Burch, Cd
ON and Lyon. During the social
hour Mrs. Calendar sedved deli
cious ambrosia and cake and a
festive Christmas spirit prevailed
as the members exchanged gifts
and good wishes.
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16
GAMMA CLUB MEETS
WITH MRS. Howell

The Cana Club fet in the home
of Mrs. j. w. Howell on Deem
Der 10, with 20 members present.
The collect was repeated and the
salute t othe flag was given as
Mrs. Howell was hostess for the
afternoon. Mrs. Harrington pre-
sided over the short business ses-
sion. The minutes of the last
meeting we're read and approved.
Mrs. Rhyme was leader Of the
following program on Libradies:
Library of Congress 8 (a) loo
cation. (b) Size. (c) Famous
Books.-Mrs. Gulledge, substitute
for Miss Daisy May Daniel. i vo-
cal Solo-Bethlehem Lullaby
Mrs. Cresswell. Library Extern
in the United States. (a) What is
is? (b) Growth Of the Wrok. (c)
States Carrying on the Work. (b)
Library Extension in Mississippi.
Mrs. Crum. italian Christmas
Reading-Miss Nickers.
Then everyone was invited out
to the dining room where they
found a beautiful Christmas tree
laden with gifts and Santa Claus
was there in person to distribute
these gifts. The hostess then
served a lovely salad plate, and
everybody spent q most enjoyable
Afternoon.
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16
MRS. QUITMAN SIZED
HOSTESS TO HER CLUB

The Present Day Club met on
Tuesday December IA, at the
home of Mrs. Quitman Steed.
After the business session an in
teresting program on the Amer
Ean Homes was given by Mrs.
F. v. McCullar, who discussed
Proper Diet for the Family by
Mrs. Byron Ray, who discussed
How to Budget the Family In
Dome,' mad by Mrs. Ray Camp
bell, who talked on the subject
'Citizens Should Be Home Own
ers."
After the program was over,
theclub members judged the IL
dolls which had previously been
bought and distributed among the
members to dress. They were at
tractiveH placed over the room
and named. When the coting
was over, Linda, the doll brought
BY Misses Jean Perkins and Irene
McMaster was awarded the first
prize. These dolls are to e Civ
en- to needy children at Christmas
They are now on display in the
window at the Variety Store.
The hostess served delicious
freshments to club members and
two guests, Misses Charlotte Cress
well and Evelyn Thomas.
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16
WOMAN'S CLUB MEETS
!. AT z. s. LEWIS HOME


The Woman's Club held a very
interesting meeting in the home
Of Mrs. E. S. Lewis on December
8, with Mrs. Phil Wilson as lead
er of the program. The subject
was Hollywood, City Of Make
Believe"
Those taking part on the pro-
gram were Mrs, Taylor, Mrs. Dos
ter and Miss Frances Allen.
The club made plans for bring
ing Xmas cher t othe unfortunate
Of Durant.
Mrs. Lewis only guest was her
daughter, Mrs. Walter McCool Of
Grenada.
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16
TT SEEM
QUEER If

Ada lei an Apple instead If
a Berry,
Willodene were an Ocean in
stead of a Poolai
John were a fish Instead Of a
Fisherf
Dorothy were , drni instead
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16

of a Taborf
Stephen were a Chevrolet
stead of a Fordf
Vida were a burr instead
a Burrisg
Ruth were a house instead
a Hallf
Sidney were a green instead
! a Whitef
The Durant news. (Durant, Miss.) 1882-1985, 1937-12-16

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. M. Norwood
DR.. adm Mrs. j. WI Howell spent
Thursday in jackson.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-05-14
The Finest but not Expensive

Even with their superior quality, many items cost
no more than fruits of lesser quality. Every Hunt
item is natures finest, packed under rigid stan
dards for supreme goodness. Hunts Prunes are
perfectly matched, smooth and firm in texture,
swimming in rich, tasty juice. Serve them for
breakfast tomorrow.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-05-14
Sprinkle on Favorite Cereal

Who doesn't like a big dish of berries for break
FAST or as dessert for dinner or sprinkle on your
favorite cereal? Well, you don't have to wait for
Summer. Just ask for Hunts Red Raspberries at
any of our stores-you'll marvel at their flavor.
Buy them today and save
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1937-05-14
Now Is the Time for Ice Cream

Jack Benny's program told you all about Jel-C
Ice Cream Mix Sunday night, and to start it of
right we offer the regular size at 3 cans for Csc
Your choice of Chocolate Vanilla, Strawberry
Tutti-Frutti, Orange-Pineapple, Maple-Walnut.
The times-news. [volume] (Hendersonville, N.C.) 1927-current, 1937-07-08
John Lewis will
Extend Campaign

WASHINGTON, July s. (UP)
John l.. Lewis acted last night
to extend the sphere of MS COM
mittee for industrial organization
into the Northwest and Canada
and at the same time strengthen
his influence on the Pacific coast
by entering into an entente with
the Commonwealth Federation,
liberal political organization.
The dual objective was discuss
ed at a lengthy secret conference
between Lewis, John Brophy, Go
director. and two officials of the
Federation of WoodworkerS,
union of the Timber States which
claims membership Of 100000.
Arrangements were made to grant
IN international charter to the
lumbermen on completion of a
referendum among the member
ship on the question of atfiliating
with the CIO.
Following a long talk with
Lewis and Brophy. Harold Prit-
chett, president of the Woodwork
crs Federation, and o. NJ. Orion,
executive board member, am
nounccd the union probably would
forSake its membership in the
American Federation of Labor
within two weeks.
The union is now part OF the
United Brotherhood of Carpenters
and JoinerS--moSt powerful or
ganization remaining loyal to the
A. +. of (which claims men,
berShip of 100000, including the
timber workers.
The Woodworkers have limit
ed membership i'm the brother
hood. They pay a % cent per CAP
tia tax each month in addition to
Il two cent per capita tax to the
4 F.. of l.. However, they have no
vote and only a limited voice in
the international unions affairs.
The times-news. [volume] (Hendersonville, N.C.) 1927-current, 1937-07-08
BLIND STUDENT IS
SAID PROMISING AS
WRITER OF SON C S

COLUMBUS, Ohio. (UP)-
Sightless for eight year, Floyd
Gcbhardt, a special student at the
Capital University music conSer-
vatory here, hopes the popular
music he has composed and writ
ten on an ordinary typewriter has
the certain something found IN
song hits.
Leader of an orchestra before
he lost his eyesight, Gebhardt be-
lieveS with the proper breaks
he once again can assume a place
in the musical world. His hopes
are echoed by Prof. Wilbur CriSt
of the music conservatory, who
said the music composed by the
blind man musician was excellent.
mIt is unusual" said Prof.
Crist. "that Floyd is able to write
compositions like these. believe
they have something that would
make them successful when and
if published"
Although there are music type
writers available. Floyd uses the
standard typewriter and has de-
vised a special code. After his
music has been written someone
else who knows the system trans
scribeS the selection.
In the past few months he has
composed six numbers.
Gebhardt is married, and his
wife also is enrolled at the uni
versity. The musician makes his
living by selling peanuts to stu
dents on the campus and giving
occasional piano lessons.
The times-news. [volume] (Hendersonville, N.C.) 1927-current, 1937-07-08
Fiermonte Given
Workhouse Term

NEW YORK, July s. (CP)-
EMO Fiermonte, former pugilist
and step-father Of John Jacob
Aston III through his marriage 10
Mrs. Madeline Force Aston Dick,
was sentenced to five days in the
workhouse on Welfare island yes
terday for a traffic offense Of
three years ago.
Fiermonte, who dropped his
ring career in favor of auto rae
ing after his marriage to Mrs.
Dick. was told by Magistrate Gus
tav Wieboldt of Jamaica traffic
court that he could not avoid SEW
ing the sentence by paying fine.
"I'll send you to prison for
five days to teach you respect for
the laws of this country" the
magistrate said.
The times-news. [volume] (Hendersonville, N.C.) 1927-current, 1937-07-08
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don't want TO go through the usual
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Groves TaSteleSS Chill Tonic Is
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This is no new-fangled or untried
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Groves TasteleSS Chill Tonic con-
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The very next time you have an
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Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic and
start taking il at once. All drug
stores sell Groves Tastelcss Civ
Tonic, soc and 81. The latter size
Is the more economical.
The times-news. [volume] (Hendersonville, N.C.) 1927-current, 1937-07-08

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the relief of tantalizing head
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"BC" is a trustworthy, prescrip-
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