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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
A Book a Day
Climber Describes Vertical Travels

Climbing mountains is getting to be old business for H. w. Tilman. He was 8 member, among other ex- petitions, of one to Everest. More over, MT. Tilman is able to corral the records of these thrillings trips in some very good writing, notable of which was the Ascent of Nanda Devi" published few months ago.
 And now 1t seems, MT. Tilman has been exploring and climbing again, and the results he has brought to- gether in his second interesting book Snow on the Equator" (Mac- milan, $3)
 This time the locale is Africa. MT. Tilman went there, Kenya specific ally, after the war, one of the hun- dreds of ex-service men who started life anew clearing 8 plot of "home- stead" jungle. And this portion of his story make very good reading it. self.
 But the author is really at his best in the recital of his mountain climbing along the precipitous ranges of East Africa; Mount Ken- va, Kilimanjaro and Ruwenzori. Here is step by step description of some of the most fascinating coun- try on earth.
 When MT. Tilman left Africa the last time he came out on bicycle from Ketnya, peddling 5000 miles across the torrid continent to arrive eventually, sore and very tired, on the west coast. To read this latter portion of his book is to sense the incompatible land that is the real Africa.
 There have been more thrilling books, but "Snow on the Equator" will find its place on any good travel shelf-P. G. F.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10

A. Admitted, 5O,244; left the U. S., 26,736.
 Q. Is there a sea wall at Miami, Florida?
 A. What is called the "seawall" is a concrete revetment along part of the shore of Miami proper.
 Q. Is the Phi Beta Kappa key ever awarded for any reason except excellence in scholarship?
 A. The key has been given as an honorary award (honoris causa) to 110 distinguished persons, including John Marshall, Washington Irving, John Greenleaf Whittier, Calvin Coolidge and President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
 Q. Which weighs the most, damp or dry air?
 A. Damp air is lighter. volume for volume, than dry air. Thirteen cubic feet of dry air at ordinary temperature and pressure weigh about one pound, while the same volume of damp air under similar conditions will weigh but 0.62 pound.
 c. What does the label wat dyed" on fabrics mean?
 A. As a rule these fabrics are color fast to light, washing, acids and alkalies.
 o. How many horses are on farms in the United States?
 A. Including colts, Il, 1000 as of January 1, 1888.
 e. What were the names of Prince Metternich's wives?
 A. Eleonore von Kaunitz: An- toinette von Leykam I808-182O ; and Countess zichy -Ferraris (l804- 1854).
 c. Is 1t possible to recall letter after dropping 1t in a collection box?
 A. Yes, on application to the post master who shall ascertain whether the person making the request is en- titled to such matter.
 If you want copy of our booklet PERSONALLY AND CHARM" write to Waterbury Democrati Washington Bureau, 1913 Thir- teenth street. Washington, D. c Enclose 10 cents in postage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
Public OzUneShip Furry of Interest in State Right Now Over Muni- cipal Electric Plants Laws Com-
 pei Slow Process in Such Changes.
HARTFORD TIMES

At the moment Connecticut is having furry of talk about munich pal ventures into the electric light ing field.
 The cities of Bristol and New Britain are talking about it while in eastern Connecticut Congressman Fitzgerald announces that some 300 rural residents are talking about getting a federal loan to enable them to establish distribution lines. There has not been so much talk of that kind at one time in many years.
 New Britain's new mayor, George J. Coyle, is the leader in the activity there. He has been in washington this week and talks about obtaining
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
Selected Poem
FIRST PASTURE (Charles Malam in the Christian Science Monitor)

They crowd the tramped yard and in the light LOOK LOOK pack Tor comfort from the barns wide door. They toss their heads together half in fright. This Is the yard but this is something more The bars are down along the farther side. The bars are down. and all the world is strange Winch, in sleep, to something deep and wide Changes It's shape without the need of change They nose the yards known boundaries and blow They circle at the gate. They will not go The brown earth glistens in the April sun
 Beneath the stamping feet Then one is through. She tries the hard earth stiffly. It will do.
 With doubling feet they follow one by one.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10

he usually buys what he can afford. But in housing, that chance has not yet been offered him. Perhaps such an offer would be the key-log which, pried loose, would release the pent-up demand for new houses.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
Daily Almanac

Moon sets 3:26 a. m. daylight time). Sun rises 5:4l a. m.; sets 7:57 p. m. (day- light time).
 The month of May las many things by which it is distinguished. In 1888 it is further set aside by the fact that there are eclipses of both the sun and moon. The latter occurs on May IA; is total eclipse: and may possibly be viewed in part from New Eng.and. A total eclipse of the sun occurs May 20, but will not be visible here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
Current Comment

hope that German religious leaders will understand that Nazi- ism and Christianity cannot be re- conciled. Rabbi Philip s. Bernstein, Ro-
 chester, N. Y.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
Questions and
 Answers
Teas. NEA
By Frederick M. Kerby

Enclose q three-cent stamp for reply when addressing any ques- ton of fact or information to the Waterbury Democrats Service Bu- reau at Washington. Legal and medical advice cannot be given. nor can extended research be un- dertaken. Be sure all mail is ad- dressed to the WATERBURY DEMOCRATS SERVICE BU- REAU, 1913 Thirteenth Street, Washington, D. c.
 THE EDITOR 0. Who publishes Captain Bills Smoke House Poetry" and how often?
 A. It is issued annually by w. H. Publications, Inc, Bobbins- dale, Minn.
 Q. How many aliens entered and left the United States in 1887?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
N I< Daily A '
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Garner Cheered Monopoly Attack As Cabinet Showed Icy Silence;
 Supreme Court Reverses o6 Yeor Old
 Doctrine in Tompkins RoiI Decision
N DREW PEARSON
anA BoBg1f @ ALIEN,

Washington, May 10 = It was significant that the cussed with his Cabinet only after he sent it to Congress if in
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
BABY WALKER sTREAMLINED

Toledo, (UP)-A new streamlined baby walker is the latest product of a Toledo firm. The wheels have teardrop- design lenders and the hand rails are chromium plated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10

Q. How many aliens entered and left the United States in 1887?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-05-10
TODAY'S COMMON ERROR Coquetry is pronounced ko'-
 ket-ri; not ko-ket-ri.

A. Admitted, 50,244; left the U. s., 26,736.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
A Defense Policy
Cincinnati EnQuirerl

(Cmclnnatl Enqulrer)
 There is a curious misapprehension that in prom sing to defend Canada against foreign invasion the American Government is beginning adventure in lnterna tionalSm The fact is precisely the oppo- site It is nationalism pure and simple which has prompted the Presidents declaration The defense of this nation requires that prevent any foreign power from gaining foothold near by That is the most elementary strategy, and President Monroe ognized it more than a century ago. though some persons find it hard to understand today.
 It is extremely unlikely, but if on-British European Asatic power were to invade Canada or threaten to do so and Great Britain were unable to deal with the matter the American Navy would It would at once take whatever steps necessary even actual hostilities to prevent possible enemy from establishing base of opera tons in Canada It would do this even though Canada indignantly pro- tested the action of the United States, which she surely would not do
 Failing to act firmly the American Government would be guilty of the gravest negligence For our frontiers stretch up and down the hemisphere very much Prime Minister Baldwin once observed that Brtain's frontier is at the Rhine
 This being the case it is common sense to make our position clear By doing so, reduce the danger slight as 1t already s of any aggressive nation ing to encroach on Canadian territory By taking firm stand and shaping it into widely known public policy, we may forestall offensive move which it would cost many lives to block it was under way Whether the Presidents declaration at Kingston was his own idea, or that of the navy was even sug- gested tactfuly from London Gas the Monroe Doc Urine was), it should be approved a sound policy of national defense, not attacked as vagary of inter- natonaSm.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
LABOR MOVES AHEAD

As the Labor Day holiday rolls around again, the Pacific Coast including Alaska, has genuine cause for celebration One of it's most vially impor- tant transportation problems appears to be close to solution.
 News dispatches state that agreements have been reached between the steamship operators and most of the unions for renewal of contracts Some little differences are yet be irohed out it is reported but both sides indicate they will be adjusted satis factorily that the danger tieup is apparently over
 It is welcome news to the people of Alaska as it is those along the continental United States coast It of the normal conduct of business
 A year ago in this column attention called to what was then being generally criticized as the lack of responsibility the part of labor unions. It was being charged by some that agreements were not being lived up The charge has been heard for that matter from both the employer and employee side But report that agreement being reached again on the renewal of maritime contracts gives indication that labor forces advancing better position not only for themselves but in the minds of the general public. They making definite head way toward accepting responsibility and living up to the letter of their agreements.
 The fact that several months ago negotiations were started toward getting together on new con- tracts and that both sides now virtually month before time for actual signing have reached an announced agreement is the best sort of proof that the unions recognize their responsibilities as legiti- mate labor organizations and are moving along on an intelligent and sound front.
 Labor's rise to power in the last few years has been phenomenal The very suddenness of 1t doubt less is accountable for much of the difficulty which
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03

garding espionage and with less reason than is commonly believed to be justified. Trials of suspected spies will be of international con- cern.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of intellectual and spiritual development. Material matters will not cause anxiety.
 Children born on this day prob ably will have inquiring minds and adventurous natures. Subjects of this sign are enterprising and many have original ideas.
 Jane Addams, social worker. was born on this day 1860. Others who have celebrated it as a birthday in- clude John Humphrey Moves, found- CT Oneida Community, 1811; John Dalton, English scientist, 1776.
 Copyright, 1938)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
TUESDAY. SEPT. 6. 1a38

Although this is read as an un- certain day in planetary direction. benefic aspects appear to dominate. According to astrology, the morn ing should be fairly fortunate time for business.
 Merchants continue under a lucky sign which seems to, presage ex- banding trade. Buyers probably will spend money generously.
 Speculation will be tempting and will bring profits to a few. The god of chance will reign with unusual power as gambling in many forms lures men and women.
 Warnings of epidemics have been repeated by the seers. An outbreak of levers may be alarming in south ern and western states.
 Damage to government building may cause alarm regarding subver- slve activities, but it will have a commonplace origin.
 Suspicion will be prevalent re-
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
SOUTH SEWARD SHOWS THE WAY

Widening of South Seward Street is now an
 sslued project The City Council by it's action last night agreed to go ahead with the project after a
 group of Seward Street property had by their own initiative raised $3O35 among themselves to help defraying the cost the largest donations for ne improvement coming from the property owners Iho will be the most directly effected
 Juneau is growing rapidly and the action of the Geward Street property owners and the Council is indicative that the residents of the community are keeping in step. It is the best sign of continued growth and expansion for the city. Development Cften is retarded when inhabitants of a community are not awake to the progress going around them. The contrary is proven in Juneau. The South Seward Street undertaking is a fine example of why this capital city of Alaska is moving ahead at merry clip The ctizenry alive to the situation and taking advantage of it. The property of Seward Street to be congratula ted for showing the way in civic enterprise.
 If the same sort of foresight is revealed when the other public projects up for approval on September 20 Juneau will not only be the best town in Alaska this year but next year and the years that follow
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
DAILY LESSONS IN ENGLISH
 By w. l.. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Do not say, He is nowhere near as intelligent as you think" Say. He is not nearly so intelligent as you think"
 Often Mispronounced: Forecaster. Pronounce for -kas-ter, as in no, as in ask, and accent second syllable, not the first.
 Often Misspelled: Ransom; not ranSome.
 Synonyms: Propitious, suspicious, encouraging. favorably disposed.
 Word Study: Use word three times and 1t is yours" Let us m- crease our vocabulary by mastering one word each day Today's word l. Amicable; fri dly. Pronounce first a as in am, accent first syll- able). They effected an amicable arrangement.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
Horoscope "The stars incline
 but do not cOmpel'
SUNDAY. SEPT. 4, 1888

 According to astrology adverse planetary aspects rule today It is a time that tests fortitude and courage in meeting changing world conditions.
 Persons of wealth and power are under a sway encouraging them to enjoy their good fortune, and binding them to the implicat ton of daily events.
 Mental turmoil and general un- rest will be prevalent under this configuration which incites domes- tic quarrels. The young may be even more difficult to manage than usual.
 Under this sign the clergy as sume many extra duties. Philan- thropic and welfare efforts will be doubled in coming months, it is forecast. Warning is given that re- ligious intolerance must be avoided.
 Interest in occult investigations will spread The impulse to escape from a world in the throes of change will rule many men and women.
 Thrift is urged by the seers who foresee extraordinary needs for money Economic security should be sought with determined effort.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of successful work and real progress. Personal friends and family associates may cause trouble. The young may be exceedingly trying.
 Children born on this day prob ] ably will be level-headed and ener- 1 getic. Subjects of this sign are prac- tical as well as imaginative.
 William Earle Dodge, philanthro- pist, was born on this day 1904. Others who have celebrated it as a birthday include George P. Quack- cnbos, educator, 1926; Harold Mac Grath, writer, 1871
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
MODERN ETIQUETTE By Roberta Lee

e. When a young man calls to see a girl and brings her a gift should she open it at once, or lay it aside until he has gone?
 A. She should open it immedi- ately, that she may express how beautiful the book is, or how de- licious the candy.
 Q. How is an invitation sent for an afternoon tea without dancing?
 A. The invitation is a visiting card of the hostess, with date and Tea at o'clock" in the lower corner, opposite the address.
 o. When should a girl wear her engagement ring for the first time?
 A. On the day when the engage ment is formally announced.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
SONS OF NORWAY

Regular meeting tonight at 8 O. clock at the Odd Fellows Hall. adv
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
MONDAY. SEPT. 5, 1888

Through the busiest hours of this day benefic aspects rule, according to astrology. Later, adverse influ- ences are active.
 This is an suspicious date for brain workers Members of the learned professions, especially law yers. should profit. Honors to judges are forecast before the new year.
 The stars infuse courage and con- fidence that promise much for trade and commerce. The autumn will be marked by international agreements assisting exporters.
 Bad faith may be discovered in certain international incid n S. Uncle Sam will be harassed by trivi- al happenings of serious portent for the future.
 AStrologers who recommend pa- tience in international affairs warn that isolation will be impossible should the warfare in Europe or the Orient spread.
 There is an ill omen for romance this evening. Friendship will be more satisfactory than sentimen- tality.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of pleasure which includes travel and unexpect- ed gifts of money. Women will have many social pleasures.
 Children born on this day prob ably will be intelligent and deter mined in carrying out their ambi- tions. Subjects of this sign may reach the heights of fame.
 Louis XIV of France was born on this day 1638. Others who have cele- brated it as a birthday include John G. Carlisle, onetime Secretary of Treasury, 1885; Cardinal Richelieu, French prelate and statesman, 1885.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. c. Gordon

l. Are small streams public prop erty?
 3. Who wrote under the pen name of Uncle Remus"?
 3. What is a trot line, as used by fishermen?
 4 How much does the average male lion weigh?
 B. What middle western city leads all other cities in the U. s. in the manufacture of soap and playing cards?
 ANSWERS
 l. Greeks and small non-navi- gable rivers are the property of the person through whose land they flow.
 2. Joel Chandler Harris.
 3. A stout line reaching across a stream, or for some distance from one bank, bearing at frequent in- tervals single hooks hung by short lines
 4 800 pounds.
 5. Cincinnati, Ohio.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03

loom growth. Naturally it had to adjust itself to the sudden eminence in which it found itself That process of adjustment has started and with apparent favorable results
 With few exceptions, every accepts labor unions a fact today a permanent part of the scheme of things. Labor in accepting it's responsi- biities is entrenching itself for permanency making self a respected place in our industrial life
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
20 Years Ago
 From The Empire
SEPTEMBER 3, 1918

SEPTEMBER 3, 1918 from Excursion Inlet where he had been employed during the summer.
 Miss Hazel Jaeger. who had been spending the summer at her home here, left for the south to enter Mills College where she was in her Jun for year.
 Mrs. Jules B. Caro and Miss Geor- gia Caro left for the south on the Princess Sophia
 Leaving on the Princess Sophia were Mrs. Floara Coleman and Miss were Mrs. Flora Coleman and Miss Natalie Campbell, niece of Mrs. Coleman, who were guests of MT. and Mrs P. R. Bradley during their stay in Treadwell.
 Mrs. B. c. Delzelle left for the south on the Princess Sophia, where she was to visit with relatives in St. Paul.
 William Maloney, formerly Ter ritorial Mine Inspector for Alaska, and J. T. Hunt, formerly of Juneau and for some time captain in the army. connected with the Cover nors office, were engaged in real estate business in Seattle.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-09-03
H A P P - IR T HID A Y

The Empire eTtendS congrGtuld 1lS and best a0iSheS today, thei thdag anniUerSary, to tue to]!otC !:
 SEPTEMBER 3
 J. l. Noble Mrs. J. G. Christensen
 w. E. Day
 Douglas Mead Albert William Goetz SEPTEMBER 4 Clyde E. Gordon
 Sam Gazaloff Daniel R. Steele Charles D. Beale Harley Turner Jr.
 Robert Dalton
 Sig Olsen Mrs. Frank Dick SEPTEMBER 5 Evelyn Hollmann Mrs. Vance Blackman Lorraine Johnson
Greenbelt cooperator. (Greenbelt, Md.) 1937-1954, 1938-11-16
CoUNCIL........ Cont inued from f

COUNCIL (Cont inued from first page)
cont inuing Edmonston Road past the Disposal
end the Exper mental Farm to the Bait more Pike
at the Beltsville overpass.
Pres dent Lastner Of the Citizens Associa on
called to the Councils attention a petition that
is being circulated among residents Of Greenbe Its
asking the Maryland State Roads Coumiss ion to
widen Edmonston Road from Highway Green
belt.
statement Of the bus mess transactions Of the
Town for the year to November IA, present by
Town Treasurer j. W. Rabbit, Jr., showed that the
Town had received due receive $48, 587. a.
and had paid obligated to pay $37, O9O.77,
leaving as balance available $l1.496.o7.
Mr.. Bessemer presente a resolution commemorate
ing Tha1sgi giving Day and expressing the fact that
Greenbelt citi have special for being
thankful. This seconded by Mr.. Morrison and
unanimously adopted.
Mr.. Besserer also presented for a preliminary
reading, resolution leading to the industrial de-
volopmert Of the community.
On question Of HRS. Taylor, the Manager ind icated
that the Town would work with the Mothers Club
the Christmas Program by providing large decorated
tree in the Town Center. The Town will also
operate generally.
Present were Concihmen Naurer, Fast, Bessemer.
Morrison, and Taylor, Eanager Braden, Town clerk
NcCeamy, Assistant Community Manager Fulmer, En-
gi1eer Vincent, Director of Public Safety Mabee,
end Treasurer Rabbit.
Greenbelt cooperator. (Greenbelt, Md.) 1937-1954, 1938-11-16
The Theater World
The Drama


first two shows OF the Greenbel ayers were
successes in every of the word but few
were raj complaint the attendance.
They blamed the lack of adequate advance publici y
for the rather meagre patronage and expressed hope
that future productions would be thoroughly publ
cized. In effort to appease these conplainers
the publicity depar tment of the Players has launched
extensive campaign for the "Dark Tower", to be
produced November go and 80 and the result has
proven startling.
Unless appearances very deceiving this zeal
has provided the Players with another problem and
that is how to accommodate The audi 1ured by the
magic Of the drum beating Tickets have been sale
since the 10th and already the advance sale has
proven unusual. The surrounding communi ties Col
1ege Park, Berwyn, East Rverdale have been posted
wi tn notices and from them enthusiastic re-
sponse Washington papers have doaat ed paragraph
here and there to add to the swelling number of peo
pie who have expressed interest and it feared
that the Greenbelt Theaters 600 capacit y will be
seriously taxed. There is possibility of running
extra night because the last show schedule
Wednesday and the movies take the next night.
After much discussion it has been decided to sell
tickets in advance until the limit is reached and
hope there will be enough left for the box office
sale on opening night. The tickets numbered so
there will be danger Of overselling but in all
probability the "standing Room onlyn sign will have
to be pressed into service.
John P. Murray
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
Mr.. Likens and Mr.. Langford scored 36a match
points out Of possible go points take the prize
for North and South in duplicate competition last
Tuesday, November 8. Mrs. NcCarl Mr.. Q1igg we're
second wi tn "a out Of go. Mr.. and Wofsey won
for East and West wi tn excellent score of 80 out
of AZ. Mrs. Daniels and Mrs. Mathers were second
vi tn 255 out Of AZ.
Handicapping Of all prior prize winners will be
in order beginning November IS The handicaps how
ever, will not apply to competitors six week
tournament, viii CHI will also start November Is.
The most interesting hand of the evening was
played by Mr.. Wofsey.