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Evening star., 1938-09-20

open, because most Of her enemies,
who hunt by night, would have given
up hunting by that time. The weather
had been very, very dry, which meant
that there should be plenty Of grass.
hoppers.
So it was that when jolly, round,
bright Mr.. Sun had climbed high
enough in the blue, blue sky to get
his first glimpse of the Green Meadows,
almost the first thing he saw was Mrs.
Gobbler keeping watch and guard
while IL greedy little Gobblers were
true to their name and were gobbling
up grasshoppers as fast - ever they
Evening star., 1938-09-20

precious babies might have plenty Of
the best kind of food.
The night was spent in the shelter
Of = pile of brush, the II babies Sleep
ing safely tucked under their mother.
Mrs. Gobbler slept, too, but not soundly.
At the least little sound she was wide
awake A Green Forest mother cam
not Afford to sleep soundly while she
has precious babies to keep guard over
Once she heard the soft steps of Reddy
Fox approaching, and she held her
breath. He passed the heap Of brush,
then turned back to sni6 Ut the edge
Evening star., 1938-09-20
CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Remove
called
the
Answer Yesterdays LETTER-OUT.
Letter-Out
(T FEINTED-DE Ito make clear.
Cd ASSERTION SENATORS (they make laws)
(D) D1FFRACT-TRAFFIC dts the street,.
tE) GATHER CHART Ito plot
(S) SNdEAR-REAM unit o measure)
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red under her sheltering wings and

ried under her sheltering wings and
wondered what it was all about. Not
one failed to mind her instantly, in
spite Of the temptation to catch just
one more delicious grasshopper.
When Redtail had disappeared,
Mother Gobbler gave them the signal
that all was well, and once more the
fun began. Such = feast As 1t was!
1t wasn't long before every little crop
was stuffed until it couldn't hold
another grasshopper. One greedy
youngster even had leg Of = particu-
larly big grasshopper hanging from
. corner of his mouth because he
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Of 1t, and Mrs. Gobbler's heart almost

Of 1t, and Mrs. Gobbler's heart almost
stopped beating. But not breath of
air was stirring, and she had pressed
ali her feathers close to her body so
Reddy shifted couple of times and
went on, never dreaming how close he
had been to such 4 dinner as he often
dreamed Of but never yet had tasted.
Mrs. Gobbler had chosen that hiding
place close to the edge Of the Green
Forest so that they might be on the
Green Meadows at the first hint of day.
She knew that that would be the
safest time for them to be out In the
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couldn't get the whole down. Then
Mrs. Gobbler led the way back to
the Green Forest, and creeping under
some brush gathered them under her
wings to rest, while she talked to them
softly and told them the things that
. wise Turkey must learn.
(Copyright, 1881
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could. They snapped the funny long

could. They snapped the funny long
legged insects of the grass. They
caught them on the ground before they
could jump. They ran this way and
that way and the other way, with no
thought of anything but the feast
they were having.
But when Mother Gobbler's sharp
eyes spied . speck in the sky, which
she instantly knew to be Redtail the
Hawk. starting out to look for his
breakfast, and she crouched down very
close to the earth, calling sharply,
Quit! Quit!" every one Of her brood
instantlA stopped hunting and scur-
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Bedtime Stories
BY THORNTON w. BURGESS.

By THORNTON w. BURGESS.
7 TITLE by little Mrs. Gobbler led her
brood to the edge Of the Green
Meadows. She knew that there was
increased danger there, but growing
babies must have the very best Of food,
and grasshoppers live on the Green
Meadows and not in the Green Forest.
So Mrs. Gobbler decided that she must
risk the dangers in order that her
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Flood Cure Disregarded.

In 1914 the American Red Cross
sent out q commission Of engineers
to look at the Hwai River district of
China and the commission formulated
. project to relieve the district Of
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02

stood higher in the councils at Washington and weld- ed a powerful influence than Delegate Dmond The Delegate through his sincere and persistent eff forts in Congress and in the departments in Wash ngton has aroused Alaska consciousness in the national capital which is unrvaled through the
 When Congressman Willard Caldwell of Florida was up here this he declared that despite the fact that the Alaska Delegate has vote in Congress Mir Dimond's influence in both the House and Sen ate comparable with that of major leaders
 We just don't do anything down there on an Alaska problem without first getting Tony's advice 7 he said and when we have that we know the facts. He's the best informed Alaska I ever saw, and he has the ability to explain to the rest of us about it. We'd be lost Alaska if it wasn't for Tony"
 Similar expressions heard from other officials coming to Alaska from the national capital Small wonder that the Territory has benefited from BWA and through the Federal Housing Civilian Conserva- ton Corps and other agencies. It has had man in Washington who is constantly looking out for Alaska, and who knows what he is about. Alaskans should send him back September 13 with the largest vote of confidence he has received
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
Horoscope "The stars incline
 but do not cOmpeF'
SATURDAY. SEPT. 3. 1888

SATURDAY, SEPT. 3, 1888
 Benefic aspects rule strongly to- day, according to astrology. The planetary government is rarely for tunate for most persons and should inspire wise use of talents and op- portunities.
 Heads of business or government projects are well directed under this sway
 Women should be most fortunate under this rule which stimulates worthy ambitions and wise fore sight. It is lucky for executives.
 Girls may be sought by worth while suitors on. this date which is promising for social contacts and serious heart interest.
 As autumn plans mature the stars smile upon those whose vocation is artistic. Musicians and actors, paint CTS and sculptors will be gainfully occupied
 Illo IS dll QdJC IOI signing legal papers. Contracts and leases are under the most promis- ing rule of the planets. Treaties with European nations are fore cast
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of prosperity and success. Speculation will bring large returns. Friends who wield influence will be gained.
 Children born on this day prob- ably will be intellectual and ambi- tious. Subjects of this sign use their minds with careful adjustments be- tween ambitions and limitations.
 Sarah Orne Pewett, writer, was born on this day 1849. Others who have celebrated it as a birthday in- clude Stewart L. Woodford, states man, 1885; Edward A. Filene, mer- chant, 1860.
 Copyright, 1939)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
HOW ALASKA HAS BENEFITED
 AND WHY

Delegate Dimond commenting the other day on the benefits to Alaska from the policies Of the Admin istration pointed out that more than six million dollars has come into the Territory through the Public Works Administration since it's inception. Virtually every community the Territory has profit ed in manner.
 Residents of Juneau do not have to look to other communities to see the results of PWA They can find it right at home Not only did Juneau get street and other improvements during the first years of the Public Works Administration but at the present time it is brought home more clearly than As the result of approval by PWA of a grant and loan to the city, Juneau is ready to go ahead With paving. sidewalk and Improvements and probably will get assistance in paying the cost of installing the terminal facilities at the small boat harbor
 similar story is told throughout the Territory. Upwards of half million dollars is being spent at Fairbanks through PWA in improvements in that city. Anchorage is getting fine school. So is Skag- way School buildings have been erected or are being built in other parts of the Territory Water systems power plants and scores of other improvements have to communities all Alaska the direct result of cooperation with the public works program.
 And these lasting permanent improvements. They improvements the cities and communities of Alaska would not have been able pay for themselves without Federal assistance Forty-five percent of the cost of anything is nearly half. That is the amount the government has been donating to our Alaska communities under the public works program
 We could dismiss the thought as some of us are prone to do, with the generalization that Alaska has been fortunate Indeed it has,
 It has been extremely fortunate in having a representative of the Territory in Congress who was able to get the machinery into motion bring these benefits Alaska It is safe to say that never in it's history has Alaska had Delegate in Congress who
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
ManOeuvres and Alarms
(New York Times)

It would be astonishing if Hitler acted to con- firm the alarmst that have been circulating in Europe during the past three weeks. The nervous crisis produced by predictions of imminent coup in Czechoslovakia indicates that we live in world in which any report is credible because the most n- credible action is possible. After the Rhineland and Austria, no surprise move can be ruled out but a well advertised beforehand is hardly likely to come off on schedule.
 Certainly there is some reason for the demonstra- tive manner in which military manoeuvres have been prepared for in Germany the extraordinary scale of the mobilization and the spotlight thrown the feverish of fertilization in progress the from tiers. The Germans did not mobilize in May, when the Czech Government called out the reserves warning to Berlin and to Europe that Czechosovakia prepared to fight to preserve her sovereignty Todays largescae mobilization is the German answer to that demonstration Obviously it is meant to show the world and the Czechs the contrast between the power of the Reich and it's plucky little neghbor This is the first dress rehearsal of the army three years old and the stage is foodlit to give the audience overlapping picture of German might.
 But there must be a reason beyond the obvious one of exerting renewed pressure the Czechs and exploiting the general dread of symboZed by Lord Runcmans presence in Prague. MT Philip reports that the French believe the Germans are test ing their men and equipment, taking the measure of the new army in the light of decision to play purely defensive role the western front. If Hitler is convinced that any move in the East will mean major it may well be that he is trying out the mettle of the instrument he has created But if he is convinced, this may be a motive for limiting pressure to a formidable parade of power.
 The effect of this parade on Germany itself not be left out of consideration Up to now the Ger mans oddly enough, the only people who have escaped the scare. The recent excitement has alarmed them, too and while manoeuvres on the present scale calculated to reassure at least they will show something for the sacrifices demanded of the population and feed the German pride in "a military machine second to none" Above all they will impress malcontents and murmurers with the crushing police power of the regime. Beyond all this is the real danger-of constant playing with fire. Whatever the motive, were war games so peri ously provocative in the panicky superheated mosphere of today.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
SEEING RED

Sure, you're seeing red. That is the color painters are dubbing the telephone and electric light poles on which fire alarm boxes are located. So if you see a fire, run like blazes to a red pole and hit the alarm box, otherwise do your celebrating by climbing the poles painted a battleship gray or aluminium, what ever the color is.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
20 Years Ago
 From The Empire
, SEPTEMBER 2. 1918

SEPTEMBER 2, 1918
 Mrs. Stephen Lazes and Frank Cavanaugh, owners of the local clam cannery, put up their first pack, which consisted of 70 cases of whole clans.
 People are better off in Juneau than. in the South,' said R. R. Young, who had returned from a month in Seattle. You can live less expensively, get more for your money and be better satisfied right here than in Seattle
 Ensign w. Kerr of the Salvation Army, brought word from Atlin that T. N. Dalton, the Ruby Creek hydraulic operator was in the hos pital, suffering from a broken rib, as the result of a fall.
 The Rev. George w. Finn, priest Ol oO. CICI Seward, under Bishop Rowe, passed through Juneau on the Northwest ern on his way to attend the Pro- vincial Synod in Seattle.
 Miss McKean was managing the Zynda Hotel during the absence of Lockie MacKinnon and Mrs. Mac Kinnon, who left for the South on the Northwestern, to meet their son, Simpson MacKinnon, a midshipman at the United States Naval Acade- my, who was spending his leave in Seattle.
 s. M. Harding returned to Juneau on the Spokane with a bride from Louisiana.
 The Ladies' Aid of the Presby- terian Church met with Mrs. Nord- ling at her home in the Casey Shattuck Addition.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
DAILY LESSONS IN ENGLISH
 By w. L. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Do not say They had MT. and Mrs. Brown for dinner" unless speaking of canni- bals. Say, They had MT. and Mrs Brown at dinner" A
 Often Mispronounced: Alma Ma ter. Pronounce alma master, first a as in at, second a as in ask un- stressed, third a as in may, accent first and third syllables.
 Often MiSspelled: Frank (candid) Franc French coin).
 Synonyms: Beneficial, helpful useful, valuable, profitable, service able, salutory, advantageous.
 Word Study: Use a word three times and it is yours" Let us in- crease our vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Todays word Stimulus; something that rouses the mind or spirits, or incites tc activity; an incentive. Nobility Of birth does not always act as a stim- ulus to noble actions"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
MODERN ETIQUETTE By Roberta Lee

Q. What should a young woman do when arriving in a city, and the person who was supposed to meet her does not appear?
 A. Telephone to the home you are going to visit, or ask the assis- tance of the station master, or 6 policeman. Do not approach stran- gers for assistance.
 Q. When a woman is seated at a table in a restaurant, and another woman comes by and stops to shake hands, should the first woman rise?
 A. It is not necessary unless she is very young and the other woman is elderly.
 O. Is there any particular re- sponse that one may give when being introduced to some one, that is always correct?
 A. Yes. How do you do"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. C. Gordon

1. What is the average weight of babies at birth?
 2. Whose is the first signature on the U. s. Constitution? g. What is the literal meaning of the word "gospel"?
 4 Do peanuts grow above or under the ground?
 5. Which is farther west, Reno Nev., or Los Angeles, Cal?
 ANSWERS
 l. Baby boys average about pounds. while girls are slightly less than 6l2 pounds.
 2. George Washington. 3. Good news"
 4 The pods of peanuts are formed under the ground. 5. Reno.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
BILL NIEDERHAUSER
 SOUTH THIS MORNING

Bill Niederhauser, Assistant Chief of the Juneau Fire Department, sailed south on the steamer Prin- cess Charlotte this morning for Seattle and medical treatment.
 Neiderhauser has been crippled up for the summer with foot trouble He intends to stay in Seattle until his feet have been put back in shape.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
ERNIE BAKER DIES
 HERE LAST EVENING

Ernie Baker, who for the past few days had been a patient at St. Anns Hospital, passed away early this morning, following an illness of sev- eral months.
 A man of over 50 years old, MT. Baker has no known relatives in this part of the country. The re- mains are at the Charles w. Carter Mortuary pending funeral arrange ments.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
IMPORTANT MEETING
 OF MOOSE TONIGHT

Initiation and special business will be the high lights at the regular meeting of the Moose Lodge held at the l. O. O. F. Hall at 8 o'clock this evening.
 Following the business session a luncheon will be served, with the following committee in charge of entertainment for the evening: G. Battello, Val Poor, Fred Ericksen.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
PLANNING TRIP
 TO HASSELBORG

Among the many plannin g holiday trips out of town are Dr. Robert Simpson. Robert Simpson, Jr., Anabel Simpson and Ed Jones.
 The four will fly to Lake Has selborg for trout fishing and per- haps deer or two.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
NOTICE TO AUTOMOBILE

owners. Anyone owning and operat- ing an automobile bearing other than Alaska license plates please report at City Clerks office for registration.
 DAN RALSTON, aoV. Chief of Police
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
RUMMAGE
 SALE IS TOMORROW

At 10 o'clock tomorrow morning the rummage sale, sponsored by members of the Methodist Ladies Aid. will be held at the A.N.B. Hall located on Willoughby Avenue.
 In charge of arrangements for to- morrow's sale is Mrs. George Ker- in, president of the society.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
TAKU LODGE OFFERS
 IDEAL LABOR DAY OUTING

M a ke reservations Friday with Mary Joyce for Labor Day vacation at Taku Lodge. adv
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02
H "A P P Y- IR I HID A Y

The Empire ertends congratula- tions and best aUiSfeS today, their birthday anniUerSary, to the tol!olo- ing:
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02

S. M. Harding returned to Juneau on the Spokane with bride from Louisiana.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-02

The Ladies' Aid of the Presby- terian Church met with Mrs. Nord- ling at her home in the Casey Shattuck Addition.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-02-16
The Pension Game
Cincinnati Enquirerl

There can be mistaking the dangers inherent in the scheme urged by veterans organizations recent ly before a committee of Congress- They are asking for general pensions for widows and orphans of all World War veterans They are not asking merely pensions for widows and orphans of men who lost their lives in the service oi their country These al- ready are being paid and properly so.
 What we is precisely what President Roosevelt warned against when he vetoed the bonus bill several treasury raid the President forecast that demands for ice certificates paid cash Now it is working out precisely that way.
 The widows and orphans of the men who gave their lives for their country deserve much or us They now receive pensions Probably these pensions should be increased Their losses great and are directly due to the World war. Generosity to these persons ought to be a cardinal principle of public policy
 But just what claim on the Federal Treasury does woman have who, after reading the proposed law, marres healthy veteran in prosperous crcum- stances, let us say in 1858 and survives him? She may even marry with the actual intent of becoming pensioner. In any her husband suffered no injury ln the war and she did not even marry hin, until 20 years after the war. Her claim to a pension is utterly fantastic. It has its basis nowhere save in the political power of the veterans organizations- the power to raid the Treasury because they swing the weapon of the soldier vote'
 The question at issue in this new proposal is two. fold. It threatens a and heavy drain on the Federal budget. It also poses the question whethe, veterans by playing politics coerce the remainder of the people
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-02-16
Horoscope ''The stars incline
 but do not compel"

Mingled good and evil signs are seen in the horoscope for today but adverse influences dominate.
 Under this planetary government both men and women are easily depressed. Disappointments an d delays may be expected.
 Severe conflicts between indus trialists and their employees are forecast. Capital is now under in- fluence making for resistance and retaliatory measures in strike con- tests.
 Under this cor.-t:gurarion aged per- sons may be subject to unreasonable demands from younger members Of their families or from employees. The servant problem will vex many women.
 Misuse of money by agents and financial scandals are indicated. Rooms in the stock market may be expected as a result of fortu- nate trade agreements with foreign nations.
 Many signs that usually prece3e great wars are detected by the seers who foretell amazing events before the end of the year
 Fluctuations in money values will be disturbing despite the improved business outlook. A split in the British government will affect stocks.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of limited pros perity. They should be cautious regarding partnerships and should not borrow money
 Children born on this day are us ually keen and intuitive They are on the cusp of Aquarius aond Pisces and partake of traits common to both signs
 Frederick E Ives, inventor, was born on this day 1856 Others who have celebrated it as a birthday in clude Cardinal Taschereau Canad- ian prelate, 1920; Rene Lachnec, in ventor of the stethoscope, 1791.
 Copyright, 1938)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-02-16
ALASKA AVIATION ADVANCE

The progress that Alaska is making in the air is graphically revealed in the report of the Alaska Aero nautics and Communications Commission published yesterday in The Empire. The report shows that 2l airpane companies operating average of 67 planes during the six months ending with December carried B 238 passengers and 792559 pounds of freight and express we'll 117351 pounds of mail
 A previous Customs report revealed that during the entire year of 1887 there l0 planes operat ing the Territory, which carried more than 20958 passengers and more than three million pounds of freight and express.
 Aviation is big business in Alaska. Every year it grows larger. From eight planes operating in 1929, it jumped to 01 in the year just past with business in accordance. There probably is no single business in the north doing toward further development of the Territory than aviation It is of the great transportation agencies that Alaska must have to go forward
 Regularly scheduled air connection with Seattle more arports and improvements of the present and additional aids to aerial navigation the next steps needed so that aviation continue its excellent work. Congress do well to heed the appeal of Delegate Dmond for financial aid to carry on the program.