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The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
MISS BERTHALL
 WINS GODDESS
 GROWN FOR 4TH
Edith Lindegard Is Second andCorrineD Duncan Third
 All Go to Skagway

Dorothy Berthall was chosen Goddess of Liberty to reign over the Fourth of July celebration in the contest conducted by the Ju- neau Chamber of Commerce and which closed last night. Miss Ber- thall boiled a total of 5,653 votes, the committee announced today.
 Edith Lindegard was second with 4,070 and Corrine Duncan third with 3,744.
 All three of the girls will get a free trip to Skagway by steamer through courtesy of the Alaska Steamship Company, the commit tee stated.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29

Serafim Strelkoff, bass baritone, known as the Singing Globe tror- ter, who has been around the world for song" arrived on the North Sea last evening and has been signed by Manager zalmain Gross to make two appearances at the Coliseum Theatre, next Friday and Saturday nights, between the first and second shows.
 Strelkoff was in Juneau four years ago last May At that time he appeared in concerts, one given under the auspices of the Parent Teacher Association and the other sponsored by the High School.
 At that time, Strelkoff was just starting out on world tour, hav- ing left Hollywood at midnight, January 1, 1884 From Juneau he doubled back south again to Van couver, B.C., then started on his trip, touching at Honolulu, Japan, China, then south to other coun- tries, European centers, and finally returning to the United States In recent months has has been tour ing California, Oregon and Wash ington.
 Strelkoff sings the songs of old Russia and topical songs of Ameri- ca. When he gives the Gypsy selec- tions he accompanies himself with the guitar. Interspersed with his songs he tells of his experiences, al- ways in a thrilling nature and full of humor. He carries book full of newspaper clippings and the re- views of his unique performances indicate that he is a rare enter tainer.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
Chance to Get
 Into Air Corps

Word has been received at Chill koot Barracks from the War De- partment that examinations will be held in July and August for the appointment of approximately 200 Second Lieutenants in the Air Corps of the Regular Army. Appll- cants will be limited to graduates of the Air Corps Training Center at Randolph Field, San Antonio, Texas, who are qualified pilots of service equipment, and who will be less than 29 years and ten months old on August l, 1888.
 Candidates will submit applica- tions, by July 1, 1888, together with photographs and papers showing evil dence of graduation from the Air Corps Training Center and pro- ficiency in flying, to the Command ing General, Headquarters, Ninth Corps Area, Presidio of San Fran cisco, California. Preliminary ex- aminationS to determine the flying proficiency of candidates will be completed not later than July 15.
 The final examinations to be held from August 1 to 3 will consist of two parts, the first covering gen. eral educational subjects, and the second embracing technical aviation subjects. Graduates of recognized colleges and universities will be ex- cused from taking the first part of the final examination. In addition to the educational and professional examinations, candidates will be re- quired to pass a rigid physical ex- animation.
 On account of the short time in which to consider applications, the
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
GRETA CARED BOYER TRIUMPH
 IN NEW PICTURE:
Two Stars Offer Magnificent Portrayal of Page
 from History

Greta Garbo reaches the grea'- est heights of her acting career lr conquest" which opens at the Capitol tonight and in which sh7 is co-starred for the first time vita Charles Boyer in a memorable pM- trayal of the role of Napoleon Bona- parte.
 Here is acting of a new h'gh order. As the young Polish coun-' tess, Marie Walewska, who et- courages the infatuation of Napole- on to further the interests of her own country but ultimately falls in love with him herself, Garbo once again stands out as the most dis tinguished actress on the screen to- day.
 The plot of Conquest" deals with Napoleon's visit to Poland where he meets the Polish countess who becomes the great love of his life, and follows their romance to their final farewell at Elba. Among his toric characters brought to life by makeup magic and characterization based on research are the Due de Talleyrand, played by Reginald Owen, Alan Marshais Captain D. Ornano, Count Walewska, played oy Henry Stephenson, Napole on 5 mother, enacted by Dame May Whitty. and Prince Poinatowski, played by c. Henry Gordon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
F.W. VANDERBILT
 DIES SUDDENLY; ILL ONLY WEEK
Was Capitalist, Railroa a d Builder and Enthusiast
 Over Yachting
Continued from Page One)

the railroad business as important as those linked with the names of his father and his brothers, Cornell jus and William K. But he differed from them in that he was extreme ly modest and unassuming in his demeanor and mode of living and showed a preference for home life and travel to an aggressive business career.
 MT. Vanderbilt, the third son of the late William Henry Vanderbilt and Maria Louisa Nissan Wander bilt, was born in 1855. Early in life he evinced a strong inclination for study and literature and after completing his academic education entered Yale, where he was grad uated from the Sheffield Scientific School in 1878.
 Works in All Departments
 As was the custom with the male members of the Vanderbilt family, Frederick set about to acquire a business education in a practical way and entered the offices of his fathers railroad system. He went from one department to an- other, working in a humble ca pacity in each, until he had mast cred the general details of the entire railroad business. Heads of the various departments praised him highly for his studious ap- plication to his work and his will lingness to submit to the rules and regulations of the various offices.
 After several active years in rail- roading, during which he had be- come interested as a director in numerous roads, MT. Vanderbilt gradually lessened the amount of time he devoted to business until he occupied himself almost entirely in world travel or in the enjoy ment of his homes in New York City, Newport and Hyde Park on
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
SUICIDES

KETCHIKAN, Alaska, June 29.-- Reggie Depoe, 28, former resident of Montana, was found dead aboard a seiner near Metlakatla. A coro- ner's jury decided death was due to a gunshot wound and it is a case of suicide.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29

There has been quite fuss late ly about the shortage of new fea- lures for theatres and the rash of revivals and reissues. But one theatre man assures us that he has no trouble whatever getting fea- lures to fill his screen.
 If only" he walls, T could get a few people to fill the seats"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29

War Department urges all eligible candidates to submit their applica- tions at once.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
WHITES WIDOW ASKS DAMAGES
 IN CYCLE DEATH
Suit for $l0,000 Is Filed Against Constructing
 Firm on Highway

Roberta White, widow of George White who died here recently fol- lowing a motorcycle accident on the Glacier Highway, today filed suit in Federal District Court against L. J. Dowell, Inc, the firm having the contract for improving the high way, asking damages of $10,00O
 The complaint charges that the Dowell company failed to keep the road in safe travelling condition in alleged violation of it's govern
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
MESSENGER STAFF
 AT RADIO OFFICE
 UNDERGOES CHANGE

Verne Hussey, night messenger for many months at the Signal Corps Radio office in Juneau, has resigned and left for cannery work, thus necessitating changes in the speed delivery force.
 Gilbert Moi who has been on the day shift, has been switched to the night job.
 On the day staff of messengers now are Dick McRoberts and Bobby Scott
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
COMING FRIDAY Serufin Strelkoff The Globe -TrOtting Russian
 Baritone

ment contract. Young White, son of MT. and Mrs. Albert White of Juneau, was fatally injured when his motorcycle is said to have hit corduroy section on the highway not far from the Aux bay store.
 Try the Empire classifieds for results.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29

the Hudson, where he had a large estate.
 Was Yachtsman
 An enthusiastic yachtsman, MT. Vanderbilt always owned a luXur- ious boat and it was aboard this that he made most of his trips to various parts of the world. For several years he sailed the Con- queror, which was built in 1889. His next was the Warrior, which is said to have cost $500000. On one of the Warriors trips in January, 1914, the yacht ran on coral reef off the coast of Colombia and for time it was feared it would be a total loss.
 On that trip MT. and Mrs. Van derbilt had as guests the Duke and Duchess of Manchester and Lord Falconer. All were taken off by steamer of the United Food Com pany, none the worse for their experienced
 In later years, MT. Vanderbilt owned the Vedett, which is said to have cost half million dollars and as much more to furnish and equip. This boat sank while tied up off Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn. MT. Vanderbilt took an active interest in the contests for The Americas Cup and was one of the syndicate that built the Colonia, which was designed as a cup defender.
 In 1880 MT Vanderbilt married Mrs. Alfred Terrence, who was Miss Louise Anthony She devoted much of her time to charitable work, es- pecially in helping working girls and in this had the sympathetic aid and support of her husband.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS

Will hold a Food Sale, Saturday July 9, at Berts Cash Grocery, ID m. adv
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
Carpenter Finds
 Saw Lost 34 Years

KEY WEST, Fla, June 29.-Vic- tor H. Roberts, a carpenter, lost his saw while remodeling a building thirty-four years ago.
 The other day when the building was torn down he found the saw where the had left it, sealed up in one of the cornices.
 It was in good condition, and Roberts is using it again.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1938-06-29
MAX BAER IS C0N!N3 BACK,
 BUT IN FILMS
He Is Serious, Too, AL though Clowning g Has
 Not All Been Forgotten
By RoBBIN CooNs

HOLLYWOOD, Cal, June 29,- Things this i5 MaXie Baer's theme Scng nova 1ays) look good
 NIaEie, now an old man of 23, is making his movie comeback. Five years ago, remember, he was a star, He did a popular feature with Myrna Loy called The Prizefighter and the Lady At least couple of peoplo-who happened to be his di- rector and producer - saw a. the time MaXies possibilities as an actor. But other things intervened. MaXie, after his debut as a star, forgo, this high calling and went out to annex the worlds champion ship in a coarser field.
 Unfortunately, though, he was no longer in pictures, he kept on act ing like bad actor, starring in night clubs instead of the ring, and generally behaving like the village cutup. It's an old sad story.
 A Serious Twin
 But Maxie is trying to give it happy ending. He's starring in "Fisticuffs," one of Pete Smiths sports specialities. And he isn't nearly as frisky as he used to be in movie circles. I caught him go- ing quite seriously about the busi- ness of impressing a photograph ically effective blow on a sparring partner, with suggestions for Di- rector Dave Miller and all the earnestness of a regular actor-dur- ing the take"
 And a little serious talk, too, be- tween shots.
 See" he said, everything looks good. Here I am wearing the same white silk trunks had in Prize fighter and the Lady I've still got the same white silk robe the studio gave me-only it's full of auto graphs now, from the Presidents on. After this pictures done, I'm going up to Lake Tahoe and train for a fight, maybe with Joe Louis. Finish picture-train at Tahoe win. That's the way it worked last time, and it'll be that way again. Best of all, I feel right HERE = indicating his forehead And this time-well, I've got fine wife and a fine kid and why shouldn't I do it?"
 Still Can Wisecrack
 Lest this be too depressing talk, let's hasten to report that there's plenty of clowning left in the boy, and that Maxie isn't all modesty and shrinking violet He was cast ing, for instance, few picturesque remarks on the staying ability of Champion Joe Louis, with Dave Miller and other sideliners as an- tagonists in some good-natured heckling.
 Louis won't stay champ" said MaXie, land when he's through he's going to stay through. Now me, can come back. I'm all right-and can I help it if I'm not Nazi?"
 There's one thing about Louis that's all right, too, don't forget, " a sideliner reminded.
 And what's that?" said Maxie, taking an 1890 pugilistic pose and romantically at the cam era.
 He's champ was the crushing retort.
 Maxie danced up the steps into the ring. 50 was l." he flung back.
 The ring was roped on three sides only, the camera side open.
 And this" said Maxie, Ifs the kind of ring I've been looking for all my life. Open-so can get out when I wanna!'
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Spanish War Regiment
Holds Annual Reunion

Veterans of the 1st District Volun-
teer Regiment, Spanish h-American
War, held their annual reunion last
night at the Harrington Hotel to
renew old friendships and reminisce
Of their active duty together.
The occasion was the fortieth an
nual reunion banquet, and 81 vet
Grams turned out. It was explained
that the regiment was discharged
In Washington on November 20, 1898,
and an association was formed at
that time to keep in touch with the
scattered men.
One of the oldest veterans of the
regiment, william A. Hickey, IA,
after 40 years was still kidding the
youngest member, Kenneth A..
O'Connor. now 56, and a veteran Of
a second and grimmer war.
But when the regiment went
South to engage the Spaniards
O'Connor was a lad Of 16. When
we left told his mother I'd look
after him. Hickey said, "and I
guess I'll have to keep right on to-
hight" @z
Guests of honor included Brig.
Gen. Albert L. Cox, commander of
the District National Guard, and
Brig. Gen. George G. Shaw, U. S. A.,
retired, and a member OF the Dis
trict Volunteers. Gen. Cox made a
brief address.
The regiments officers were re-
elected unanimously. They are: Col.
William S. Hodges, president; John
Gallagher, vice president; r. L.
Lamb, secretary, and John j. Har-
vey, treasurer.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Dr.. Bowernnan Cites
Need Of Larger
Central Library
Sixteenth Street
Heights Group
Heurs Libruriun

The need Of . larger central
library was stressed by DR.. George
r. Bowerman, public librarian Of the
District, speaking last night before
the Sixteenth Street Heights Citi-
Eens' Association.
DR.. Bowerman explained that
various branch libraries throughout
the city are of little aid In relieving
the congested situation at the CEN
tral library.
I'VE hope" he said, that the
opening Of the Petworth branch will
take some Of the pressure OF of the
Mount Pleasant Library, which cir
culated AZ 900 books last year. That
amount alone exceeds the records of
libraries in eight cities in the country
whose populations average close to
100000 people"
c. Marshall Finnan, superintend-
ent Of National Capitals Parks,
addressed the association on the
recreational facilities in the parks
Of the National Capital. Using COL
ored slides to illustrate his talk, Mr..
Finnan showed the progress made.
and told Of developments planned.
He pointed out that pollution Of
Rock Greek will be reduced to q
great extent within the next few
years by system of sewers in the
park. Work on restoring the old
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal has be-
gun, he said, with tive c. c. C..
camps established at Carderock.
The association urged street lights
on Kalmia road between Fourteenth
street and Morningsids drive NV.
Pedestrian control was indorsed
for intersections governed by police
men or trafnc lights.
J. I. Turner, secretary, announced
plans for Christmas party Decem-
Der 10. Refreshments, presents and
entertainment will be provided.
With the addition of 60 new men,
bers the associations roll lists $40,
1t was announced.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Justice BoIitha J. Laws
Praised al Reception

Many Washington notables paid
tribute last night to Justice Bolitha
j. Laws, recently appointed to the
District Court bench, at a reception
In Mount Vernon Methodist Church.
Justice Jesse G. Adkins of Dis
trict Court told an audience Of 300
that this community is to be con-
graduated on his appointment"
while Police Chief Ernest w. Brown
declared:
I'VE of the Nations Capital will
feel secure under the Jurisdiction
Of Justice Laws"
Others who testified to the merit
of the new jurist were James p.
Schick, president of the Y. M. c. A.:
Eugene Black of the United States
Board of Tax Appeals; Godfrey L.
Munter, president of the District
Bar Association; DR.. Clifton p.
Clark, superintendent of the church
school; Paul E. Cromelin, a former
law associate of the new justice;
Page Etchison, president Of the
Organized Bible Glass Association,
and the Rev. John M. Rustin, pastor
of Mount Vernon Church.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Roosevelt, in Georgia
Retreat, Maps Out
Resfu| 7. Weeks
Warm Springs Child
Potients to Be Guests
On Thanksgiving

By the Associated Press.
WARM SPRINGS, Ca, Nov. a.
President Roosevelt, back at his
other home" on Pine Mountain,
today mapped plans for a restful
two weeks in preparation for the
busy Congress days ahead.
Secretary Marvin Mcintyre, who
accompanied him here with a large
working staff last night from Chat
tanooga, Tenn, said not a single
business appointment had been
made as yet, but this did not mean
there would be none.
To Be Children's Host.
Regardless of developments, how
ever, the event" of the Presidents s
stay will come Thursday night, when
he and Mrs. Roosevelt will be hosts
at a Thanksgiving turkey dinner
to children undergoing treatment
for infantile paralysis at the Warm
Springs Foundation here.
The President reached Warm
Springs at 8 pm. &C. s. t., got
behind the wheel Of a small car
and drove the nearly 2 miles to his
white cottage overlooking the Foun-
dation from its mountain setting.
Several hundred villagers greeted
him at the depot.
Plans Outdoor Vacation.
Aides said he intended to spend
most of his time outdoors, SWIM
ming in the Foundation pool and
motoring about the countryside. A
visit to his 1,000-acre farm nearby
was considered probably.
Mrs. Roosevelt accompanied the
Chief Executive on a 50-mile motor
tour of Civil War battleflelds, at
Chattanooga yesterday, and to
Chickamauga Dam, which the
President termed an example Of
progress" for other sections Of the
country.
Mrs. Roosevelt LETT the presiden-
tial train at Atlanta, and late last
night entrained for Birmingham,
Ala, where tonight she is sched-
uled to speak at the Southern Con-
ference for Human Welfare.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Columbia Opera Co.
Plans Its Opening

The Columbia Light Opera Co.,
under the direction of Mrs. Ethel
Manning, will open its winter season
with the presentation of Kalman's
Countess Martha" at the Mckinley
High School auditorium, Second and
r streets NE, December 8 and 8.
The cast will include go singers
and a ballet of 18 dancers directed
by Miss Marion Durbrow Venable.
The Gilbert and Sullivan opera
"Patience" and Victor Herbert's
EILEEN" will be presented later in
the season, 1t was announced yes
terday.
The Community Center depart
ment has arranged for the company
to use the Mckinley auditorium for
its opening performance.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
rs Expert Chemists
Wanted by Government

Preparing to establish four major
research laboratories to find new and
wider industrial outlets for farm
products, the Agriculture Depart
ment has sent out a call for Is
expert chemists, who will be the nu-
cleus Of a scientific staff that even
tually will number about 1000 per-
sons.
plications will be received by the
Civil Service Commission, which will
rate the candidates on education and
experience. There will be no writ
ten test.
The laboratories will be set up in
the four regions-North, East, South
and West-with the studies in eacl,
devoted to the products Of the indi-
vidual areas. Their location has not
been set.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
discovered Ephedrine
Found very effective IN
treating head d-coIds
Now Americans develop new,
better Ephsdrins prescription

With the discovery of the Chinese
drug Ephedrine, science took great
step forward in its fight against head
colds! When you have a head-cold,
the membranes of your nose become
swollen, thus interfering with normal
breathing. Ephedrine has the remark
able power to shrink almost instantly
these swollen, irritated membranes
thus tending to clear the nasal passa-
ges, make normal breathing easier.
Now comes q new and important
development in the use of this mar
velous drug! The makers of REM for
Coughs have perfected remarkable
Ephedrine prescription for use in re-
ieving head-colds. 1t is called REL.
REL combines a special form of
Ephedrine with another valuable in
gredient. In step with advanced med
ical opinion, REL is "water soluble"
>. not an oil =. so it mixes instantly
with the watery secretions of the nose.
That's why REL is absorbed 90 quick
ly.. works so fast. It actually starts
relief in half-a-minute! REL reduces
the swelling. . releases the mucus. :.
clears the head makes breathing
easier. Don't just ask for Ephedrine!
Ask for REL for Head Colds that
different and better Ephedrine
prescription.
SOC and S0c-at al druggists.
Evening star., 1938-11-22

tor Of public relations Of the Ma
tional Association Of Manufacturers
and will establish his own public
relations organization. it was am
nounced today. .
Mr.. Sewage has been In New York
with the association since 1894. His
resignation Is effective January I.
He will continue to serve the asso.
citation In an advisory capacity.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Citizens Group Asks
Aid for Germun Jews

A resolution urging President
Roosevelt to press for an effective
solution to Jewish persecution In
Germany was adopted by the Lin
coin Park Citizens Association,
meeting last night In Kinss,nan
School for the first time in many
years.
The association strongly favored
the proposed plan Of American Jew
ish leaders asking tho President to
combine with Great ], Britain In
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Man Dies Under Troin
As Noise browns Cries

Dy the Associated Press.
NEW YORK, Nov. 22.-Stalnned
by the fall, S4-year-oh Charles
Abbott lay helpless on the subway
tracks at Eighteenth street yester-
day. Down the tunnel, Mrs. RoSalie
steurer, his daughter, saw the
lights Of the oncoming Lexington
Avenue train.
The Stratford (Conn.) woman
ran down the platform, waving her
arms and screaming. Waiting pass
engers, unaware Of the situation,
eyed her curiously, while tho train Z
Evening star., 1938-11-22

"opening the gates Of Palestine for
German Jews"
Action on the, question Of pedes-
trian control In the city was de-
layed until the next meeting.
New members admitted to the
association include Lewis l.. Bowder
Mr.. and Mrs. z. 8. Cornwall, Mr.
and Mrs. Robert j. Colson. J. A
Amos and Philip Cosimano.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Thworts Young HoId-Ups

QUINWOOD, w. Va, Nov. "a (P).
"A bank cashier dropped In his
cage yesterday and came up blazing
bullets from his gun in reply to two
youths who shouted stick 'em up"
Cashier J. Byrne Dobbins said the
two robbers ned precipitately to q
car outside in which . man about
IS was awaiting, and then began
firing back. They ned northward.
Evening star., 1938-11-22

rumble Knocked her cries. The
train rolled into the station, struck
the aged man and killed him.
A former New Yorker, he had
come to the city to apply for his old
age pension.
Evening star., 1938-11-22
Dog Solves Theft

BUFFALO, N. Y, Nov. % [R.-
Little Billy Vols pet Collie must
have . little hound blood in him.
His knowing nose led him bound
ing across vacant lot to a pile Of
fur coats.
It was the $4,000 loot OF a store
robbery police had been seeking to
solve for nearly q week.
Evening star., 1938-11-22

walking along + street between New
Jersey avenue and North Capitol.
She said the purse snatcher. 4
colored man about 20 years old. e.
capped on foot.