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The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
Four-Power Conference
Cleveland Plain Dealer)


 Another four-poWer conference this time of Britain France Russia and the United States, may be the worlds answer to- the spread of despotism which has marched from the Munich four power accord months the evil effects of the settle ment that was to bring peace in our time are tragically apparent the official proponents of collaboration with the dictatorships
 Anxious as was an influential section of British opinion to give Hitler free hand in the east few of its representatives apparently realized that Nazi domination would go beyond economic influence. Today they are faced with a program of armed i'm peralism already partly realized which dwarfs the ambitions of Wilhelm IT. Failure to recognize the true nature of the new state which has arisen in Central Europe has been costly Only concerted ac- ton by those powers interested in stopping the spread of NaN tyranny will save the world
 Hence credence can be placed in the London report that Foreign Minister Halifax is contemplating new four-power conference to stop Hitler The governments in London, Paris Moscow and Wash ngton are already in close diplomatic consultation. Russia has issued note disappearing the German occupation of Czechosovakia in stronger terms than the de-marches from Britain and France Rather ronic is this sudden return of Russia on the diplo matic stage re-entry prompted by the earnest so- lcitations of Britain and France. Less than six months ago the Russians were snubbed, their mli- tary power bettled and the door slammed in their face at Munich.
 The United States shows that her influence is still great that she take practical steps by i'm posing 25 percent tariff penalty, and above existing leves, on all German goods.
 four-power conference to meet the German menace, however, will not prevent an exlltant Hitler from speeding his conquest of the Danube Rumania is the immediately threatened nation.
 It is suggested that the democratic countries buy more Rumanian oil and wheat so Bucharest will not be so dependent of it's economic existence on Berlin. Supposing most of Rumanias products were Nazc 6e deterred or spurred to take complete military control of the resources? The query is rhetorical.
 What Rumania must have is an immediate promise of military help from her neighbors Poland Greece Yugoslavia, Turkey and Russia and pledge of aid from Britain and France If such military alliance be forged if Hitler realizes he is going to run into determined armed resistance he will halt his aggressions in Central Europe Anything short of that is than futile-it is go" sign to the sWastka Napoleon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
FOR PLANES AND PEOPLE

Two recommendations of great importance to Alaska being taken back to Washington by Major Paul S. Edwards who sails south on the Baranof today after winter inspection tour of communica- tons facilities in the Territory.
 The Major officer in charge of the Alaska Com muncations System, declares there is crying need in the Territory for radiophone in every vil 'lage and hamlet of Alaska and for an integrated system of aids to aerial navigation.
 Every outlying community of the Alaska hinter- land, matter how small, said the Major, should have the benefit of a small radio transmission sta tion to tie in with the major stations of the Ter .rtory As he pointed out it is tragic that people devoting their lives in the frontier service should be cut off with means of sending emergency calls which often mean the difference between life and death It is especially tragic when the matter is so simple of solution. In the interest of humanity Major Edwards would waive all minor restrictions to obtain tAe desired end.
 In the matter of aviation aids the Major con- trasted the situation between Juneau and Nome, where the Government does nothing to that over , route of equal length and somewhat similar con- ditons between Fort Worth and Los Angeles where millions of dollars have been spent for beacons, emergency landing fields, directona beams, weather stations landing lights and perfectly groomed air ports Realizing that the Juneau Nome air traffic is lighter than that on the ranscontinental route, Ahskals could forgive the Government for operating a system here a somewhat less elaborate scale, but cannot be satisfied in contemplating the infinite difference between much and nothing.
 For weather reports alone the Weather Bureau needs a substantial increase in its personnel and budget to give Alaska aviation the service requires and deserves. The Bureaus present contribution toward air safety in the Territory cannot be praised too highly, but it is doing all it is able to with pres enf apdth the iS for mn more
 bare start has been made by the Civil Aero nautics Authority, working in conjunction with the Alaska Aeronautics and Communications Commission, ill smoothing the airways for Alaskas planes. It is believed that little million dollars will be available from the CAA this year for placing of direc tional and weather beam stations. For a Territory the size of Alaska, however, and where aviation is Of the great importance and far-reaching extent it is million dollars must be spread pretty thin. It will not do great deal toward correcting conditions, but it is a start
 Aviation, Major Edwards comedies, is to be AL askas principal mode of transportation for many years to Already it has revouuonized industry and life in the Territory. It deserves every encour agement which the United States Government can give it.
 Major Edwards tour is of extraordinary signifi- canoe and advantage to the Territory It is the first such extensive winter trip ever made by official in his important position The Major found the prevailing from Juneau to Point Barrow, and ob-
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08

taned a first hand and first class insight into the handicaps of the Northland in the cold period of the year Travelling by plane he felt personally the need for better ground facilities to aid aviation.
 Soon Major Edwards will sit in on conference at Washington on general program for radio and other services in Alaska What he has observed in the past several weeks will prove invaluable infor nation and as presented before national authorities by the Major will do Alaska incaculable good.
 Major Edwards is helping Alaska forward to that day when the Territory will have coordinated com munications aviation weather and transportation services that will be the pride of the Northland and of the Nation
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
We Want to Know
Philadelphia Record)

Girls can stand intensely cold weather better than men and with less clothing than men "a fact need only look out of Broad Street window to verify) because they have double the thickness of thermal insulating tissues that men have This report has been rushed to desk by carrier pigeon from the Yale Medical School and think it is highly important item.
 There has been lot of nonsense between the sexes and we are glad science is getting on the job Most discussions have been about whether girls have more intuition than boys and on-while the real differ ences the thermal insulating tissues and the like, have been ignored
 We want to know why slim little girl of l02 pounds dance from pm. to 3 am and want more, when her husky escort is in state of extreme exhaustion and practically out cold on his feet.
 We to know why girl can maintain an energy output of 600 ergs on diet of dtem) two liverpaste canapes dtem) cup of coffee black dtem) pack of cigarettes, (item) bonbon while her big brother grows white around the lips if fate and poker game keep him from his accustomed three square meals
 We want to know why young woman who can cook three meals day clean house, attend to Junior do the marketing and make her own clothes, feels restless of evening and wants to step out for something to do while her husband (who has sat in on three conferences and had a two-hour lunch) de- sres only to crouch the radio
 We are sending these queries back to Yale by the same pigeon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
eHroscobe II he stars incline
 but do not compel"
SATURDAY.. APRII, 8 lea9

oAI ORJA4, APRIL 5. 1y39
 Conflicting planetary aspects are discerned in the horoscope for to- day. In the morning hours there may be difficulty connected with employees.
 Good news may be expected un- der this sway. which is more kindly to men than to women. There will be decided strengthening of mas culine control over everyday af- fairs, including vacations in which women are employed
 This is an suspicious date for writing letters of acceptance regard ing business propositions. but what ever concerns romance should be avoided.
 This weekend should be propiti- ous for those who push any sort of constructive work. It is a fortunate date for important meetings of cor poration directors or heads of gov ernment.
 There is an ill omen for love af- fairs Girls may be tickle and ex- acting under this direction of the stars. It is not a fortunate wedding day, although there is likelihood of prosperity.
 Suspicion affecting administrators of relief projects will hamper work if the stars are wisely read. Sabo- tage will be more common than usual.
 Astrologers warn that the ten dency to believe the worst of ones fellow men will have grave effects in a future financial crisis
 International banking firms will be targets of hostile propaganda as world money values are affected by diplomatic policies secretly formu- lated. Among portents of 1940 dwindling prosperity is foreseen.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of a year of good for tune. Relatives will contribute to the progress of young persons. Marriag- es are indicated for many Aries sub jects of all ages.
 Children born on this day may be imaginative and well-poised These Aries subjects may be ex- ceedingly active in athletics as well as intellectual pursuits. Philosophers belong to this sign.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
NOTICE OF SALE

The undersigned as agent of Ger man Consul at Seattle, Wash, will sell at Public Auction at p.m Monday, April IT, 1889 the real and personal property of WILLIAM MEYERS, DECEASED, consisting of tideland lots on Willoughby Ave- nue. near Jim Ellen's Store
 A. Lot about 52' by 126' with two cabins, Nos. 23l and 233, Court House side of Willoughby.
 B. Lot about 20 by 50, cabin No 232, water side of Willoughby.
 C. Lot about 26' by 50, 4-apart- ment building. No. 2O3, w. Third and Willoughby on water side.
 Furnishings to be sold with cabins. Seller reserves right to re- ject any and all bids and all bids subject to approval of German Con- sul.
 Terms cash: 1Oas down, balance when deed delivered.
 WYATT KINGMAN. First publication date, April 4, 1889. Last publication date, April Is, 1889.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
sUNDA. APRIL g. 1889

Until evening benefic aspects rule strongly, according to astrology. The planetary influences tend toward peace and serenity. All classes of Americans should benefit from this kindly rule.
 Leadership among the clergy is forecast. Public opinion will crystal lize along advanced political lines.
 In certain trades labor will profit greatly. Industry will be pushed to intensive activity as extraordinary demands for manufactured. pro ducts increase.
 This should be a fortunate sway for aged persons. The stars continue to presage interest in providing se- curity and care for elderly men and women.
 There is a sign read as indicat- ing investigation of occult pheno- mena Despite opposition, cults of many sorts will flourish through the year Superstition will spread, es- pecially among the young This mental suggestibility is said to be a sign of coming wars or conflicts.
 Severe storms in many parts of the United States are foretold. Limitation of scientific flood control will be evident as rivers and other streams overflow
 Careers of leading statesmen will close before the summer South Africa as well as the United States will lose distinguished men. Fam ous lawyers will end service in in- ternational disputes
 Girls may find this day more sat isfying in performing domestic tasks than in entertaining ambitious plans. It is wise to seek self-expres- sion in tasks close at hand.
 Persons whose birthdate 1t is have the augury of a year of fair pros perity, but they should avoid too generous spending. Girls may be inclined toward eXtravagant self indulgence in the purchase of att tire.
 Children born on this day prob ably will be generous, keen-witted and industrious, although many may be inclined to be critical and sar- castle.
 IQQQA
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
OO YEARS AGO LO From THE EMPIRK
APRIL 8. 1919

APRIL 8. 1919
 Soldiers at Fort Gibbon recently killed the whale that had been wintering in the Yukon River. near the mouth of the Panama. The whale was harpooned by locally made instrument, and killed by rifle fire from the regular army rifles. The animal was about Is or 20 feet in length.
 Gov Thomas Riggs and the mem bers of the committees of the Leg islature were entertained at luncheon at the School House by members of the Domestic Science class Mayor Gray and members of the School Committees of the City Council were also present.
 Legislation and means for bet tering working conditions formed the greater part of the discussion db JIlC ANS ulOA liiCGb4ilS bAlC HANNASdH night. Two resolutions. were passed in favor of sanitary conditions in the cannerieS.
 c. B. Walker left on the Alaska for Portland, the headquarters Of the Field Division of the Land Service.
 The Rev P T. Rowe Bishop of Alaska, who had been visiting Ju- neau for several days, was to leave on the Northwestern for Western points.
 F. A. Metcalf and Mrs. Metcalf were to return to Juneau on the Princess Mary. MT Metcalf was commissioned in the Engineering Corps the previous fall and had been in service until recently.
 L. Shulman. fur man for Charles Goldstein Company, arrived in Ju- neau.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
DAILY LESSONS TN ENGLISH
 By ". L. Go, lrn

Words Often Misused: Do not say. T have no fear of it spelling Say, T have no fear of it's spelling.
 Often MispronOunced: Athlete. Pronounce ath-let, as in at, Q as in me. and not ath-a-leet
 Often Misspelled. Expense; SC. not ce
 Synonyms: Jut (verb), project, protrude, overhang
 Word Study: Use word three times and it is yours" Let us in crease our vocabulary by mastering enc word each day Today's word Infer. to deduce or accept on the basis of evidence. We inferred from his silence that he had no objections to our plan"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATRIX

ALL CONCERNED ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Mabel Jacobson Rouze was appointed administratrix of the estate of Frank F. Rouze on March 24, 1889, by the United States Commissioner and ex-officio Pro- bate Judge for the Juneau, Alaska, Commissioners Precinct.
 All persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same, with proper vouchers, within six (6) months from the date hereof to the under signed at the office of R. F. Robert son, POO Seward Building, Juneau, Alaska
 Dated at Juneau, Alaska, March 25, 1889
 MABEL JACOBSON ROUZE.
 Administratrix. First publication, March 25, 1889. Last publication, April 15, 1889.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
LOOK and LEARN
By A. c. Gordon

| Who said. T will find way or make one?
 9 Of what continent is the Gold Coast a part?
 3. Who wrote "Elegy in a Coun- try Churchyard"?
 4 What are railroad blocks? 5 To what country does Jamaica belong?
 ANSWERS l. Hannibal, with reference to his proposed journey across the Alps with his army.
 2 Africa.
 g. Thomas Gray q716-7D 4 Stretches of track between signals, usually averaging from one to two miles in length. 5. England
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08

c. B. Walker left on the Alaska for Portland, the headquarters Of the Field Division of the Land Service.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
M o D E R N ETIQUETTE
 A
 By Roberta Les

O If you are a guest at a party and someone opens window that causes a draft to blow on you, what is the best thing to do?
 A. Quietly move your position.
 O How many ash trays should a hostess provide for her guests?
 A. It is better to provide an ash tray for each guest who smokes.
 o. What kind of gifts should be given for a seventh wedding anni- versary?
 A. Gifts of woolen.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08
GORDON GRAHAM WILL TAKE VACATION TRIP;
 WILL SEE BOTH FAIRS

Gordon Graham. chief mechanic for Alaska Air Transport, is sailing south on the steamer Baranof to- night for a trip over the States.
 Graham said his stay Outside would be indefinite He plans, how ever, to take in both the San Fran cisco and New York fairs.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-04-08

Economists calculate that indus trial production the first of l939 would have to be 150 per cent of the 1923-25 average to give full employ ment to all available workers.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

FOR RENT-2-bedroom unfurnish-
ed house at 642 Brighton. 5-8tf
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11
rs Miscellaneous for Sale

FOR A GOOD used electric range,
ironer or refrigerator see
E. w. RIGGS
$40 Main Phone 1860
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11
Help Wanted
I3 Business Opportunities
Houses For Rent

3 BEDROOM, furnished house,
completely electric ...............S $50
3 ROOM furnished Apt. $25
ROOM furnished Apt,
cooler
5 ROOM unfinished house,
new, modern ........................$40
2 BEDROOM furnished house $40
4 ROOM duplex, furnished .$25
4 ROOM furnished house,
close in, modern ............$37 SO
2 ROOM Apis, coolers, per
week ...........................$3 So IS -$4 rs
c. A. IRVING
S3l Main Phone 974
IF It's insurance We write it,
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

MODERN 3-BEDROOM stucco
house. Easy terms.
TYLER INSURANCE AGY.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

LOST-Zipper type brown brief
case. Finder return to General
Petroleum Corp, 3rd and Main.
Reward 5-l4
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11
Lost, Found, Estray

JERSEY COW and heifer. Strayed
to w. l.. Jacobs ranch, sig miles
west Calexico Owner please
claim. Pay for feed and ad 3-12
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

FOUR ROOM house, unfinished,
for rent. Inquire North 9Th and
Pico Sunday. A. E. Littrell. 5-l2
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11
Read the Today
Houses FOR Rent

NEW MODERN 2-bedroom house,
ready May Is. SO. side, paved st.
Very desirable. Inquire at lOll
Holt. 5-1ltf
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

HAVE Ell CENTRIC residence
property to trade for San Diego.
Post-PreSs, Box 1873. Sis
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

10 TUBE G.. E. Radio, Singer vac
uum sweeper. Call 1913, 8l8
Brighton. 5-l2
Imperial Valley press., 1939-05-11

LOST-Dark pillfold, containing
important papers. Finder please
return TO Skeets Mayfield, Gull
lett Grocery. Reward. SIP
Montana oil and mining journal. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1931-1953, 1939-09-16
WESTINGHOUSE on DEVELOPMENT DELAYED

failing of the crooks of the Peoples Oil Gas the
of Washington poor consolation the 10000 nves
0000O0 the dishonest promotion for the loss to
Washington is far greater than the million These high
statesmen have doubtless delayed development of Washing
oil by another decade depng that state of the
prosperity might have resulted from earlier commercial oil
development.
There unqueonaby oil in western Washington and
day it will be developed requires deep drilling however and
deep drilling risk than the ordinary OPERATOR
willing take Just in Montana and in other oil producing
for the Independent Washington
that hazardous venture must be fnanc
number of investors of whom will be seriously
injured if the well wells fail to find production.
People Washington had become interested in the possibilities
the fact that they wanted help development attest
the fact that 10000 investors subscribed to the Peoples Oil
sufficient have completely explored the structures
vicinity of Hob river where oil has been found The
would have made possible extensive geophysca
veys and drilling but several deep tests.
Simon Markowz arrived in Washington when the siua
rpe they headed off every other promotion They
well in basac country and Immediately announced
industry that they crooks by making it mystery
we'll anyone anything about oil business board
of mystery around drilling oil well ade
duate skunk the enterprise But the
people of Washington did not know, did they learn
the investor who bllked by
these high pressure artists will be forever convinced that the oil in
dury business Washington have to wait for
generation of oil investors to finance its oil prospecting
Montana oil and mining journal. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1931-1953, 1939-09-16

Just before King Arthur left on
long war campaign which he ex-
pected to take several years. he
placed one OF his fayorites, q raw
ishing brunette. in the care OF a
knight who was To be left at home.
Here is the key to her chastity
belt, he told the knight. eff I
am not back in three years unlock
It and give the damsel her liberty"
The king and his army marched
down the road. They had barely
gone three miles when the knight
riding a white charger, overlook
them. calling excitedly:
king Arthur! wait! King
Arthur! You left the wrong key"
What happens to the girl who
wears cotton stockings?
Nothing.
There was a young lady in ST. Paul
Wore newspaper dress to a ball;
Her dress caught on fire
And burned her attire,
Front. page, sporting section and
all
Mother. where did come
FROM" asked a young girl.
"God brought you" answered
the mother. And did God bring
you also?" asked the girl. Eyes"
replied the mother. And grand
mother and great grandmother,
-oo?' she asked. Yes. God !
brought them too" said mother.
do you mean to tell me, mother,
hat there have been no sexual re-
ations in this family for the last
loo years?" demanded the child
from Readers Digest.
Johnny: SAY, Dad, remember
he story you told me about the
line you were expelled from
choo?"
Dad: yes"
Johnny: "well, isn't it funny
low history repeats itself?"
what is a tactful way for a
iris father to let her boy friend
now it's time to leave?"
He may casually pass through
he room with a box of shredded
heat"
Montana oil and mining journal. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1931-1953, 1939-09-16
OIL TOWNS ARE PLACE o
STEADY PROSPERITY
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Commenting ON the recent fed
eral court decision affecting pro-
ration in East Texas, the Glade
water, Tex, "Times-Tribune" re-
marks that It is merely a routine
adjustment that must be made.
These proration laws must be
pretty good documents, after all
their writing, rewriting, testing
and retesting, for they have held
through it all and the price Of
crude oil has been about the stead
lest commodity price in the land.
For that we can be thankful" says
the Times-Tribune.
Moreover, the oil industry as
a whole Is about the most steady
thing there is. The industry has a
minimum of strikes and labor diff
ficulties, prices are steady, produc-
ton held pretty close to market
demand and all in all 1t Is about
the most certain thing there is.
Some unthinking business in
terests who know little of oil or
take no trouble to find out hesitate
to make investments in business
of the oil field and con-
SlueT OH LOWHS more Ut ICES lSh-
porary. What they should learn
is that the future of Gladewater,
for instance, is far more certain
than any strictly agricultural town
in Texas. We can, with good
reason, look forward for 10 to Is
years of steady payrolls and in
come. That is more than any
purely agricultural or industrial
town can do anywhere in the land"