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Evening star., 1938-05-05
CITY NEWS IN BRIEF
TODAY.

TODAY.
Dinner dance, District Medical So
ciety, Mayflower Hotel, pm
Dinner, Royal Order of testers, May
flower Hotel, Sis pm.
Meeting. Tau Beta Phi Sorority,
Mayfower Hotel. 8 pm.
Card party, International Fedora
ton of Catholic Alumni, Wardman
Park Hotel. pm.
Dinner, Thirteen Club, Willard Ho-
tel, $50 pm.
Meeting. Executive Committee, Tall
Cedars of Lebanon, Willard Hotel,
7:30 pm.
Meeting, board, Soroptomist Club,
Willard Hotel. 7:30 pm.
Meeting, Kappa Gamma Sorority,
Raleigh Hotel, 7:30 pm.
Meeting, Free Lance Writers, Shore
ham Hotel, 8 pm.
Meeting, Michigan Democratic Club
of Washington, 1900 Rhode Island ave-
hue NV, 8 pm.
Dinner, Women's Guild. Grace Lu-
theran Church, Sixteenth and Var
mum streets NV, S pm.
Meeting, Columbia Mathematics
Club, room 202, George Washington
University, Twentieth and G streets
NV, BIS pm.
Meeting, Holy Name and Ladies'
Auxiliary, Knights of st. John, Knights
of Columbus Hall, Tenth and K streets
NV, 8 pm.
TOMORROW.
No. 2. National Federation of Federal
Employees, 7l0 Fourteenth street NV,
SPIN.
Meeting, Colored Employees, Local
No. II, N. F. F. E., TO Fourteenth
street NV, 8 pm.
Meeting, American Council of Edu-
cation, Mayf1ower Hotel. 10 am.
Dance. Delta Phi Sigma Sorority,
Mayflower Hotel, 10 pm.
Senior prom, Georgetown Univer-
sity, Wardman Park Hotel, 10 pm.
Georgetown and George Washington
Universities Law School interfrater-
nifty prom, Wardman Park Hotel, 10
pm.
Senior prom, Catholic University,
Carleton Hotel, 10 pm.
Card party, Episcopal Church Home,
Willard Hotel, pm
Dinner. Brooklyn Prep School tour
party, Willard Hotel, 6 pm.
Card and bingo party and dance,
Gonzaga Student Mothers Associa-
ton, Willard Hotel, pm.
Dance, Washington Council, knights
Of Columbus, Willard Hotel, 9 pm.
Convention, American Association
Scientific Astrologers, Raleigh Hotel,
all day.
Dancing, National Folk Festival, Ra-
leigh Hotel, 1890 pm.
Evening star., 1938-05-05

Satterfield Of Virginia, Dr. Alexander
v. Dye, Chief Of the Bureau Of Foreign
and Domestic Commerce OF the Com
merce Department.; George F. Snyder,
local attorney and national presi-
dent Of the fraternity. and Donald r.
Richberg.
Cecil ]. Wilkinson, executive Sec
retary OF the fraternity, will be toast
master. Ivan d. Carson Is In charge
OF arrangements.
Evening star., 1938-05-05
unions and kept the working classes
in subservience.

unions and kept the working classes
in subservience.
Can Gain From Social Advance.
This view, I am convinced. Is short
sighted, even from the standpoint Of
self-interest. The United States and
all other foreign countries have more
to gain from the social advancement
Of the Colombian and other Latin
American working classes than from
any conceivable exploitation Of natural
resources.
Social progress in the Latin
American world, including its agric IL
tural classes. means educational and
social advance and can only result in
an increased demand for sthe products
Of highly industrialized nations.
Wage betterments and rising living
standards which the Colombian labor
movement is bringing about inevitably
will produce higher purchasing power
among our masses through which
these demands can be satisfied"
Explains Attitude on Labor.
President Santos also explained his
attitude toward labor, which under the
Evening star., 1938-05-05
$50, 900 IN PRIZES
Safety Contest Will Embrace IL

Safety Contest Will Embrace IL
Eastern States and District.
A $4,000 safety contest, a part Of
"a large-scale crusade for safe driv-
ing" was announced today by the
Tide Water Associated OIL 90. The
contest Is open to entrants in IL
Eastern States and the District Of
Columbia.
Dealers for the company began dis
tribution Of the first Of q series OF
safety pamphlets, which contains an
entry blank for the contest with
details and rules. The prizes are
divided into a $4,000 first award and
684 lesser ones.
Evening star., 1938-05-05
Jail Has Bull Pen.

LOCKPORT, III. Up.-The Lock-
port jail now has Gull pen in more
than name only. In it was locked
a bull which broke out Of q pasture
and went on a rampage through the
streets.
Evening star., 1938-05-05
FRATERNITY BANQUET
SCHEDULED TOMORROW

Phi Gamma Delta Chapter VIII
Observe Anniversary-Leaders
Are Expected to Attend.
The Washington Graduate Chapter
Of Phi Gamma Delta will hold q
banquet at the Congressional Country
Club tomorrow evening in celebration
OF the Goth anniversary Of the found
ing of the fraternity.
Among the prominent alumni ex-
pected to attend are Senator Josh
Lee of Oklahoma. Representatives
Ferguson of Oklahoma, Ludlow of
Indiana, McSweeney Of Ohio and
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14
GUILD TO HOLD SALE
 AFTERNOON, OCTOBER 29

The beautiful spread which will be raffIed October 29 at the gift sale and tea which St. Philips Guild will hold at Elks hall is now on dis play at The Mode and is attracting a great deal of attention. A dainty hand bag will be rallied also and this bag is on display in the Wheel CT Drug Store.
 The sale will open at I.30. Those who wish 10 enjoy an afternoon of bridge are requested 10 make ar engagements with Mrs. H. R. Coul- ter Tea and coffee with Halloween refreshments will be served all the afternoon for those who do not wish to play cards, and for those who neither play cards nor eat between meals, there is the sale-proyided it is patronized early. The drawing of the lucky numbers for the spread and the white silk bag, the latter the gift Of Mrs N. B. Mayne of Se- attle. will be made later in the af- ternoon.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14
NOV. ALASKA SPORTSMAN
 NOW ON NEWSTANDs

When a fond mother Destows the name "Algernon Augustus" on her pink and roly-poly baby and he grows up into a bull-necked, bristle- haired pug-ugly nicknamed Butch by the boys, who can say that 1t is not the boys who have chosen the more appropriate name for him! asks Hal Gould in the leading article in the November number of the Al aska Sportsman which appeared on the newsstands today.
 The article, Lazy John Was Proud of His concerns frontier nieknames and the reasons scores ot .Alaskans received theirs are given. Some of those mentioned are "Soapy" Smith, "Six-fingered Jack 'Klondike Kate, Windy Bill'', "Six-shooter' Grant, The Blue berry Kid', Slap 'er Down Louie ! "Brainy" Smith and "SwiftwateI Bill" Pictures of some old-time Al askaHs are used as illustrations.
 In Boy Versus Brown Bear by Lester Clay Essig, Jr., an interest ing story of hunting trip ir which 12-year old boy wal charged by brown bear, is told.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14

This Kluane Lake Country" by NJ. A. Blackmore, concerns trapping and a trapper's life just across the border from Alaska in Yukon Ter ritory.
 A number of stories concerning huskies are used in illustrations in the article, In Defense of the Husky" by Edward Green.
 The final, second installment of "The Indians Won't Tell" concern ing totem poles also appears in the November issue.
 Departments include, Prom Ket- chikan to Barrow, Flora of AL aska," and Arms and Ammu- nition". The attractive cover is a photo of the head and shoulders of husky pup
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14
CANNERY WORKERS TO VOTE
 FOR HEADQUARTERS

At their regular meeting next Monday evening the local cannery workers will vote for their future place Of headquarters. At the pres ent time WrangeI and Ketehikan are the only bidders.
 The resolutions tha. were passed on at the Sitka Convention will also be voted upon.
 IT is deeply important that Wrangell be selected for headquar- ters and every member is urged to be present Monday evening at the Redmens Hall J. B. Cauley, local agent for the eannery workers aux Hilary stated this morning.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14

Mrs. ". Bjorge and son Morris Bjorge of Puget island in the Col umbia river, are guests this week of her late husbands brother I. C. Btorge. and family. They stopped here enroute to visit relatives in Petersburg. It is Mrs. Bjorge's first trip to Alaska.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14
SOCIAL NOTES

On Thursday night the Elks La dies Night was begun for the sea son with six tables of whist in play. Prizes for high scores were won by Sue Smith and W. (. Waters; con sOlation prizes went to Mrs Glen Hope and Jack Waters who won the cut for tied scores from Chet Steear.
 Refreshments which were served by IngYald Bjorge and Mrs. s. Gun ningham, who acted as proxy for Sam, consisted of pickles, vast quan- titles Of sandwiches and cookies. and coffee a Ia Bjorge.
 The coming marriage Of Miss Margaret Mccormack has been the motive for several parties in her honor. Mrs. W. C. Waters entertain ed last night at kitchen shower. Gifts which OYerfloWed a wicker basket were presented to the honor guest on her arrival The affair was carried out as planned even though steamer schedules prevented Miss Mccormack from arriving home in time for the party Six tables Of bridge were in play Mrs. H. Il. Hunger ford received high score prize and Mrs. J. C. Johnson the consolation. The large living room was decorated with bowls Of autumn flowers. In a crystal bud vase a half opened red rose pleked that day from the F. s. Barnes garden. was an unusual bit Of beauty for this time of year.
 Mrs. l. C. Bjorge and Mrs. A. W. II. Smith were hostesses today at a luncheon and miscellaneous show CT for Miss Mccormack, Miss Irene Coulter and Mrs. John Coulter are giving a bridge and shower satur- day night,
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Peterson have moved into their new home which MT. Peterson is building on the Highway adjoining the Nore prop erty. When completed il will be a three-room and bath bungalow The Petersons last summer moved to Wrangell from Myers Chuck where they lived twenty years. They bought the lot on which they are building from J. G. Grant fifteen years ago.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14

Captain Margaret Morris return- ed last week from kenora, ontario, where she was called two months ago by her mothers being critically ill. The mother recovered after a time and Captain Morris had an en- joyable time visiting with friends and relatives whom she had not seen for three years.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1938-10-14

Mrs. ". T. Hale entertained at a very pleasant afternoon tea at her home last Friday afternoon. She is leaving with Mr. Hale Monday night to spend the winter in the states.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
Says Boake Carter

O. "You mean you knew the right guy to go
to in order to get your present WPA job"
A. "sure If you think you're going to get
job by just standing in line with the rest of the
suckers down at the WPA office. you're crazy.
"See my Congressman? Say don't be silly!
They won't let you within ten miles of him. MY
committeeman? Yeah, can see him and if he's
in right it might just possibly help. Ward leader?
Sometimes you might catch up with him.
"It all depends who you know and how well
you know him. Oh, got mine through Magis
trate x. He's the boss in my district. Sure,
he's Democrat. But that don't mean nothing!
"NOthing to IT.
G6TTS very simple. There amt nothing to it.
l. The Democratic boss says to the Republican
boss: I'll put through so many Republicans and
you guys put through an equal number Of Demo
Gratis. I'll take of yours, If you'll take care OF
mine And it's to that guy you owe your vote.
National big-shots? Say, they amt interested.
It's themselves they're interested in-not the big
cheeses in Washington. AS long as you vote for
the crowd that got you on to the WPA, that's
what they care about.
THE WPA is just local political racket Who
you know locally is the important thing. If you
know the right guy, you can get yourself job
in no time. If you don't then it's tough. But when
the time comes and you've got job-why, give
your vote to the guy that got you the break.
Copyright Ledger syndicate)
(Bodke CGrter'S opinions are his otUn and NOT
necessarily those Of The Washington TtnIeSJ
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
IVA, DEMOCRATS
PICK DELEGATES

ALEXANDRIA, Va, Aug. II.
The Young Democratic Club OF
Alexandria will send 80 delegates
to the annual State convention OF
Young Democratic Clubs at Rich
mond on August 26 and 81.
The delegates selected by the
club include: Robert v. Duncan,
Edward Alfriend, Fred B. Rawlings,
Mrs. Elizabeth Anthony, William
Wade, Judge James R. Duncan, C.
C. Lamond, jr., Carroll May, Mary
Carne, Mrs. Margaret Herbine,
Vincent Bradley, Thornton J.
Goods, Richard r. Baker, jr.
Joseph M. Pancoast, Maurice D.
Rosenberg, Mrs. Carmen Baker,
Charles L. Burgess, Robert Schnei-
der, Daniel Stanbury, Stanley
Freifus, Mrs. Velma StanSbury,
Mrs. Viola Cummins, James E.
Moriarity, Francis Hepburn, Lo-
well Ewing, Mrs. Harriet Goods,
Mrs. Helen Mobberly.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
Allen Remdins WPA Administrator
But Quits as Commissioner September l

Speculation as to the next move
Of Commissioner George E. Allen
was swept aside today with the
definite statement that he would
leave office September /, but
would remain in the District as
w. P. A. administrator.
Mr.. Allen will serve without pay
in this capacity. His decision was
made at the direct request of
Harry Hopkins.
MAY HELP HOPKINS
President Roosevelt's close per-
Sonal friendship with the Com
missioner gave rise to several re-
ports since Mr.. Aliens resignation
was turned in that he would re-
main with the District govern
ment several months past Septem-
ber l until his successor was
chosen.
First indication that he would
remain in the WPA post came yes
terday when the Chief Executive
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
TARIFF JOBS co
IN CIVIL SERVICE

Virtually the entire expert per-
sonnel of the Tariff Commission
was blanketed into the civil serv.
ice yesterday pursuant to the pro-
visions of the Presidents executive
order Of June 24-thereby making
them eligible for transfer to other
Federal agencies under civil serv-
ice, an avenue that was not pre-
viously open to them.
Blanketing of the expert staff
followed a conference between
officials of the Tariff and Civil
Service Commissions and the ap-
proval of the President.
Only exemptions to the blanket
ing order are temporary expert
consultants, secretary to the COM
mission, and the personal Secre-
tarieS of the commissioners.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

this column on the merchant
marine of our own and other
countries prompted numerous
comments, mostly confirma-
tory Of deficiencies in services
rendered by American sea-
going employees. But the most
interesting and the most spe-
cific received is the following
from a reader who travelled on
a cargo.passenger ship carry
ing only a small number Of
customers:
81 was dumbfounded to dis
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

In those few words, Senator
Morris Sheppard, who heads
the Senate Campaign Expendi.
lures Committee, puts his
finger on one Of the most
dangerous evils in America
today.
Approximately one-third Of
the nation depends directly or
indirectly on the Federal Gov
ernment today.
There is a United States
statute which prohibits a mem
ber of Congress or a Govern
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

AS I have said, there is no
finer class of men in this coun-
try. There are no men who
work harder. And why in the
world they shouldn't be pro
tected and guarded against
utter failure is something I
cannot understand.
This wretched bill they
passed up on the Hill has put
hundreds of these men on re-
lief because they simply can
not carry on with the added
expense. j. Balch Moor, SUI
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

Hopkins in securing cooperation
on WPA projects within the states
near the District.
SEAL AS SUCCESSOR
Corporation Counsel Elwood
Seal is now reported to nave the
inside track for the nomination Of
Mr.. Aliens successor.
In announcing the change it
was reported that Major Daniel j
Donovan, District auditor, will act
as principal assistant admins
traitor, Ross Haworth will become
an assistant administrator and
OFT J. CaSS remain as deputy ad.
miniStrator.
President RooSevelt's insistence
that Mr.. Allen keep up his work
here came because of tn Chief EX-
ecutive's pride in the work done
here since the job became a main
stay in the Administrations recov-
cry program.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

nnent employe from coercing Federal employe
into political contribution or coercing his vote.
Quizzes WPA Worker
ITO illustrate Senator Sheppard's observation
L still further, this writer held this converse
ton with a quiet, normally intelligent WPA
worker in the third largest city OF the nation.
Q. when it comes to your vote, do you feel
under any obligation to the New Deal?"
4. "No, indeed! Why should I? I don't owe
Roosevelt anything. He didn't do anything for
me. It's the local gang that helped me get this
Job. They don't have to come and ask me for my
vote. They'll get. it without their asking for 1t.
# they're for Roosevelt-well. that's all right
with me. too."
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

do job that would ordinarily take one hour.
That pretty well ties up the ship. If we are in
New York or any other big port in the States,
walk out and, you bet your life, the union sees
to it that Scabs don't replace u.s."
TNHE reader adds:
"The captain and every other officer
talked with expressed disgust over the way unions
are being allowed to boss American ships. They
voiced no objections to improving the sailors
conditions, but vehemently protested that the
unions attitude has become absolutely arrogant
and is reflected by a surly, lazy, rebellious atti
tude among the crews The verdict of the officers
was that either the American Merchant Marine
will be ruined there will be big blow-off which
will put union representatives in their proper
places. that it will be possible to run American
ships acceptably to Travellers
Cash on the Side
THAT certain New Dealers haven't scorned to
make money on the side has been flagrantly
demonstrated. Here is a novel wrinkle described
by one reader:
First, put law on the statute books that no
body can understand. spent quite a bit trying
to find out what can and cannot be done under
the act, when the author of the act very kindly
interprets it-at $3.50 an interpretations
He encloSes a circular headed, "The Robinson.
Patman act. What you can and cannot do under
this law, by Wright Patman, member Of Con-
gress House of Representatives, co-author of the
act"
The headline on one page of the accompanying
circular reads, Opinions on 400 questions like
these cover the laws practical application"
Surely, guidance through such maze of uncer-
taintieS should be worth $3.50. plus few cents
for delivery"
Isn't this tip for other Congressman to engi-
neer through Congress law bristling with ban-
boozng antiquities, then write book explaining
the law, at $3.50 per copy?
Copyright, 1898. by r. C. Forbes)
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

remarked that he had not con-
sidered a successor for Mr.. Allen
and hoped that he would remain
here.
It Is expected that Mr.. Allen
will also be used by Administrator
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
b. C.. Forbes Says

CURELY this American voyager's experiences
~ are not typical Of what goes on generally
aboard American ships. Recent observations in
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
''But'' -

G6VTNHE increased numbers Of Federal employees
makes necessary strict vigilance against i'm
proper influence to control election results"
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

Now this doesn't include any fun. any movies
or any medical care. 1t doesn't include the up
keep of the cab. Then, when you add the $21
a month that goes into effect soon. you can
see how much chance this taxicab driver has
to bring up his family decently or to have any
rest or pleasure for himself.
At this rate he not only has to net $6 day
to meet these demands but he also has to pay
for his OIL his gasoline and the dozen and one
things that 60 to the upkeep Of the taxicab.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

perintendent of insurance has very kindly said
the men could pay a weekly premium Of S.
But get this catch in it. II these poor men
do this. it means they will have to pay So more
per year on their $252 liability insurance
Apparently the insurance companies, or who
ever the bosses are, haven't much faith in our
taxi drivers, because the premiums must be
collected five days in advance and never for
q term of less than week. The first payment
must be for at least two weeks
Make 1t Easy for Buses
OF course, they make it easy for the busses
and private livery cars. These privileged drivers
can get by with weekly payment.
But just think of this comparison: The sight
seeing buses, which coin money, have to pay
only SALT a week and the livery cars $2.37
weekly, while the very best our poor taxi men
can do is to pay IS a week. If any one thinks
this is fair, don't.
Then take the license fee Of $25 they had
to pay on July l. You cannot expect men who
make so little every day to pay that license and
then pay the added $21 month for insurance
and be able to live.
This has caused about 1000 taxi drivers to
60 off the streets.
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
My Say

r THINK the situation the taxicab men
are facing in this city today is q crying,
The Washington times., 1938-08-17

b u
cover the attitude of the crew and the constant
apprehension among the officers lest they fail to
keep down trouble.
zone day the crew summoned the chief steward
to meeting when burly Seamen demanded that
q green vegetable be served at least once every
day Con this fiveday trip) lest scurvy or rickets
afflict the men. He demonstrated that they
hadn't had green vegetable for two days. The
steward reminded them that at both lunch and
supper every day plenty of vegetables had been
served, including caulflower. carrots. squash,
turnips.
"'But they aren't green vegetables; vege-
table must be colored green before it will prevent
tickets or scurvy,' was the crusty comeback.
Complain of OUertime
COMPLAINTS about overtime were numerous.
~ If passengers hadn't finished eating exactly
on the hour, the men demanded overtime, no
matter if they had to work only few extra
minutes. They worked hours day, 5h days
week. 4-hour shift, then hours off, hours
work, then IL hours off.
II asked the union delegate what happened
when all demands weren't Immediately met We
just tie up the ship, he replied. If it's foreign
port and we can't walk out, we just pull semi"
Sitdown strike; that is, we take many hours to
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
By EVaIy17 Walsh Mclean
Case of One DriUer

Case of One DriOer
Even the men who try to buy their cabs on
time are all sewed up with red tape and haven't
a chance to really own their cabs in the end
Here is a little example, of one Of the best
known and most respected cab drivers in town:
Payment on cab per month. ...... $4,000
House rent ..................... 4OOU
Gas and electricity ................ 800
Food for family Of four. ur.............. 5000
Family insurance .................. 1900
Total NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. .$176.00
The Washington times., 1938-08-17
Scores Part-tin1e DriOers

scores F0Tt-tt"S DTtUSTS
I am still dead against people who have good
jobs in the day time running taxi after their
work is over at o'clock think this is most
unfair to the other men and should be stopped.
I have also heard there is large new taxicab
company coming into Washington. Everyone
knows how much this will help the situation.
The Public Utilities Commission has the power
to straighten out this grave injustice. 1t is true
have heard rumors it is controlled by the
Capitol Transit Company which. of course. is
trying to push the POOR taxi drivers off the
streets.
Let's pray this is a false rumor, however, and
that these men who have the power will get to
work and devise some means whereby our taxi
cab men Of washington can make a decent
living bring up their families as they should,
and have few hours Of pleasure themselves.