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Evening star., 1939-12-11
Bv DEWITT MACKENZIE.

Associated Press Foreign Affairs Writer.
The Russo Finnish war has
routed the League OF Nations out
OF Information to face what may
prove to be the worst storm of its
existence-dangerous both interna-
tionally and to the life of the
already battered League.
The Assembly is meeting to con-
slider Finland's appeal against Rus
sia and expects to be confronted
with a demand by Argentina that
the Soviet Union be expelled from
the peace organization.
The declaration this morning by
Karl Hambro, newly elected presi-
dent of the Assembly. that I'VE face
a very grave moment" was indeed
mild as compared with what he
might have said.
In short, so delicate Is the posi-
ton that expulsion of the Muscovites
might even bring them into the Hit
lerian war.
Expulsion Vote Takes Courage
There are indications that some
members, irrespective of their SYM
pathies, wish the question hadn't
been raised, it is so explosive. 1t
will take a deal of courage to vote
on the matter of expelling the
Leagues biggest member, especially
at time when great Russian ar
mics are churning up the mud Of
Eastern Europe. And Moscow has
let it be known in definite terms
that it is mad.
The last time the League went up
against anything even approaching
the seriousness of the present case
was in the fall of 1885, when partial
sanctions were imposed on Signor
Mussolini because of his invasion of
Ethiopia. Result:
II Duce annexed Ethiopia and
the sanctions were lifted in July,
1886. Two years later the League
Council threw up its hands and
passed a resolution that member ma
tions were free to recognize the an
neXation.
There was much less risk in
League action then than now, for
while Mussolini's anger was hot
there never was any great proba-
bility that he would vent it by
force on any of the major powers.
Three small neighbors. however,
Austria, Hungary and Albania
declined to participate in the sane
tions. They perhaps were pretty
smart in gauging the perils of the
little fellows, because Austria was
Evening star., 1939-12-11
I.B. Wright Body
Brought Back for
Burial Today
Rites for Envoy to Cuba
Conducted at Cathedral
BY Two Bishops

The body of j. Butler Wright,
United States Ambassador to Cuba
was brought back to his homeland
aboard the U. S. S. Omaha today
The flag-draped casket was re-
ceived with naval honors. High
Government officials had come to
pay tribute to the veteran career
diplomat.
The public funeral service fol-
lowed at the Washington Cathedral
with two Episcopal bishops, James E.
Freeman of Washington and Hugo
Blankingship of Cuba, who arrived
on the cruiser, officiating. Burial
was in the Cathedral Cemetery.
The brief, impressive service at
the Cathedral was attended by a
crowd that filled the main audi
torium, including many persons
prominent in the official life of
Washington. The White House was
represented by Capt. Dan Callaghan,
naval aide to the President; the
Cuban government by Luis Rudolfo
Miranda, undersecretary OF state,
who, with Ralph Miller, second Sec
retary of the American Embassy in
Havana, came up on the cruiser.
The Cuban Ambassador, DR.. Pedro
Martinez Fraga, was among those
who went to the Navy Yard and
attended the funeral.
When the Omaha moored at the
Navy Yard, high naval officers were
drawn up in dress uniforms. The
Navy Band, directed by 1t. Charles
Bender, headed an escort of sailors
and marines. Secretary of State
Hull was the first to board the vessel.
Accompanied by other officials of
the State Department, Mr.. Hull pre-
sented his condolences to Ambassa-
dor Wright's widow and his two
daughters, Mary and Edith Wright.
Flags at Half Mast.
As the casket was lowered to the
wharf, the band played Lead Kind
ly Light" and the detail of blue
jackets and marines presented arms
while the large delegation Of naval
officers stood at salute.
The band led the funeral cortege
out of the Navy Yard to the strains
of Chopin's Funeral March," while
the 19-gun salute to the Ambassador
doomed from Navy guns.
The cruisers flags were at half
mast and activities in the Navy
Yard were shut down as the pro-
cession passed.
Omaha Sent for Body.
Mr.. Wright, who served in diplo-
matte capacities in many parts Of
the world, died last Tuesday at his
Havana post. after a brief illness.
The Omaha was sent to Cuba to
bring back his body.
The honorary pallbearers included
Sumner Welles, Undersecretary Of
State; George S. Messersmith, As
sistant Secretary of State; Hugh
Wilson, special assistant to the
Secretary of State and former Am
bassador to Germany; William r.
Castle, former Undersecretary of
State; Robert Woods Bliss, former
Ambassador to Argentina; Wilbur j.
Carr, former Minister to Checho-
Slovakia and former Assistant Sec
retary of State; Jay Pierrpont Moi
fat. chief of the Division of European
Affairs in the State Department,
and Philip w. Bonsal Of the Division
of American Republics, State De-
partment.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Grocery Store De Luxe

81 MEMPHIS. Tenn, Dec. IL R.-
Clarence Saunders. who has made
two fortunes in chain groceries and
who hopes his newest try will take
him to the top again, introduced a
new note in his latest store here.
>. 1t is rose room," for nose-pow-
6ering customers.
The store has murals by two
Memphis artists, and the rose
room" has a uniformed colored maid
h charge.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Gift From Tax Office

KANSAS CITY R.-Sixteen years
ago a house was built on a lot ad-
Joining that of Ben Strauss. Assessors
listed 1t under Mr.. Strauss name.
The error was discovered by an
agent who had been asked to dispose
Of the property.
The city found it could not collect
the difference from the house owner.
who had been taxed only for . lot.
So Mr.. Strouss, now a resident Of
Cleveland, viii get . t291.l0 Christ
mas present.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Mark Andrews, Orgonist
And Composer, Dies
By the Associated Press

BY the Associated Press
MONTCLAIR, N. j.. Dec. Ii
Mark Andrews, 81, organist and
composer, died of a heart attack
yesterday at his home.
Among his compositions for the
organ were John Peel" The Wild
Ride" by the Sea-" and Alfred
Noyes' "The Highwayman."
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Two Army Flyers Killed
In West Coast Crash

By the Associated Press.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. lit. Col.
Kenneth Decker and 1t. Theodore
J. Steiner, Army Air Corps Reserve
officers, were killed in the crash of
their combat plane yesterday.
The plane fell in suburban L.
oresoenta, damaging Q bungalow.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Weather Report
FURNISHED By the

FURNISHED Bureau)
Astrlct OF Columbia and colder
perae about 28 degrees;
$1,000 ~N 1'01"'-
Maryland and vgiaPary cloudy colder tonight tomorrow
fair ' ~ ~ -eAA' 'oNAo1to"
West virgniaFa slightly tonight tomorrow increasing
cloudne followed by northwest norton
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Cleveland Plans to Restore
Full Relief for IS, 900
BY the Associated Press.

oy the Associated Press.
CLEVELAND. Dec. 1l.-Mayor
Harold H. Burton announced today
the city plans to restore full relief
to $4,000 needy persons If City Coun-
Gil authorizes tonight issuance Of
81 100000 in tax delinquency bonds.
IF we get approval we will restore
full relief" said Mayor Burton. I'VE
will run deficit, but it's a deficit I
believe we will be able to handle"
Informed that President Roose-
welt approved today expenditure OF
sl248,99l for three w. P. A. projects
in the Cleveland area, Mayor Bur-
ton said, Il am glad to hear that.
OF course it doesn't take care of the
unemployables, but I think we can
take care of them"
Between $4,000 and $4,000 child
less employables have been refused
city grocery orders since November
%. and the remaining persons on
relief have been on what Mayor
Burton called two-thirds rations.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Report for Last 48 Hours,

Record FOR Last - Hours.
Qrom noon yesterday TO noon today.)
Hishest. 81. at 3 pm. yesterday. Year
ago, 43.
Lowest 4S at noon today. Year
ago. 35.
Record Temperature This GEAR.
Highest 100. on September 3.
Lowest. IL. on February %.
Humidity fer Last "A 0surs.
Nrom noon yesterday to noon today.)
Highest. 81 per cent, at ! an.
Lowest. 80 per cent. at 2:30 pm.
River Resort.
Potomac and shenandoah Rivers clear ct
AarpeTB Ferry: Potomac clear at Great
Falls today.
Tide Tables
Uurnished by United States Coast and
Geodetic Survey.)
Today. Tomorrow
High - S:02 an. $40 am.
Low - 2.36 am 1922 am
Kin -- S:26 pm. 0:05 pm.
Low ---. $50 pm. 0:34 Pm.
Evening star., 1939-12-11

SENATOR CHIPS N-Senator Harry s. Truman Missouri
miniature coal today collection of toys
gathered by employees the Senate Office Building
complete in every detail will join other toys gathered
StarWarner m c. Matnees Saturday. finding
needy child The Senator said he couldn't
boyhood days in Independence No. without feeling that
every boy needs paythng At right, receiving the gift
William Kavanaugh assistant Senate postmaster in charge
of the employe campaign. Star Staff Photo.
Evening star., 1939-12-11
Is Yours q Christmas Heart?

a feeling Yueide
child needs mostthen Christmas heart.
dollar
Council Of Social distribute
Evening star., 1939-12-11
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
100 Years Too Late
lphiladelnhia Record)

Philadelphia Record)
 The Hastings plan for "postallzatoh oi railoau ro+as is not neu, Similar schemes have been put forward from time to time without making much heao way in public favor and still less in the opnlons oi railroad officials and experts
 Nevertheless the proposal should be welcomed II only because it provides basis for discussing the pres ent and future of Americans railroads The rall- roads may not be in quite sorry plight as they described q few months ago when they were seeking
 wage cut but it is undeniable that as whole, rail roadng in this country is a very sick business.
 There are some who merely shrug as the prospect of tl,e decline saving: 'NIotor-drven transport will take over the functions of the railroad" But 1t won t.
 It is neither possible desirable to transfer the present railroad traffic to the highways even we could disregard the billions invested In raluoao securities Nor should it be forgotten that these securities are held by banks, fiducares, charitable and educational institutions
 To let the railroads "wither away" is by no means as easy it sounds
 On the other hand there is the menace of Gov ernment ownership with all that it implies. If the Government acquired the railroads it probably would do so at price which would mean an annual deficit to be made up from taxes. Moreover, there Is no reason to believe that Government operation, as such would be any efficient than operation by private companies
 It is apparent that some drastic change in the railroad set-p necessary to ward off the alternatives of collapse or Government ownership-management
 The Hastings specialization" plan is one attempt solve the problem. 'POStalHatlOn mercy means that the railroads should initiate the postal service in charging flat rate instead of rate based on the distance travelled As matter of fact the Hastings plan is nearly like the parcel post, since the rates would be based upon regional lines
 It's plain that if one could travel by day coach from New York to Chicago for dollar, a lot more people would do SO With freight, the postazation plan might be even more spectaculary successful Ill increasing volume of business It would tend to break down economic regonalisn; save the weaker roads stimulate train construction etc, and have bene- fical effect upon business-at least on paper.
 John A Hastings, proponent of the plan, makes good point when he points out how uniform postal rates without regard to distance ridiculed cen tury ago
 But the distinction is that the postal service was then in it's infancy. drastic change could be made without disturbing huge investments depending on an existing set-up To destroy such investments relating to railroads might be serious matter destruction of the railroads themselves.
 Hastings appears to be about LOO years too late with his solution But at least he has pointed out important defects that not impossible of correction on the present basis of the railroads.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
COMMUNICATION

TO THE EDITOR Daily Alaska Empire, January 20.-
 Reference is made to an article appearing in the columns of your paper last evening, January 19. un- der the heading TAX INCOMES FEDERAL MEN IS PLAN NOW"
 l do not know to what salaries this article refers but certainly it gives the very definite impression to the reader that Federal employees do not pay Federal income tax on their salaries. On the contrary, Govern ment employees whose salaries are large enough to be taxable pay in- come tax, and all other taxes the same as other citizens of the United States. Here in Alaska, however, teachers employed in territorial schools are exempt from taxes by law if paid from territorial funds. If paid from Federal funds, they are taxable. Teachers employed in the Bureau of Indian Affairs are not exempt. This information has been verified by a representative of the office of Internal Revenue.
 (Signed Mrs. Sally Shafer, Pres ident local No. 251 National Fedora tion Federal Employees.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
NELSON EDDY, ANN
 FRANKLIN, MARRY

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 2o.-Screen and stage star Nelson Eddy and Mrs Ann Franklin, former wife of the movie actor, were married here late yesterday.
 Eddy gave his age as 37 and the bride as 40.
 Eddy's mother and screen actress Doris Kenyon accompanied the pair.
 Eddy's business manager, E. J. Osborne was quoted as saying: T just went along for the airplane ride from Hollywood"
 Eddy has often costarred in TO- mantle pictures with Jeanette Mac Donald. He has never married be- fore.
 The bride secured her divorce from Franklin, movie producer, on the grounds of mental cruelty She is the mother of a 14-year-old son,
 Eddy has known his bride for five years.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
EAST OF KAMCHATKA"

News from Japan that subsidiary of Nichro Fishery Company giant combine organized 20 years ago and controlled by the Mitsubishi interests has been operating recently canning red salmon "m the Pacific Ocean east of Kamchatka probably tells the story of what has been happening to good many of Alaska salmon
 The Annual Review of the Japan Advertiser, copies of which were recently in this country discoses that this east of Kamchatka" firm has been operating seven floating canneries which in the past ten years have packed salmon valued each year at from 9 100000 to 400O0OOO yen $5940000 to sl08o0 GOO at current rate of exchange).
 Japan to quote the article fisheries Tn the Japan Advertiser" considers the Bristol Bay issue settled"
 Excerpts from the Japanese review as follows.
 Japan solved one international problem early in 193S when it concluded agreement with the Govern ment of the United States to restrict the operations of Japanese fishing boats in Alaska waters. No such success marked it's dealings with the Soviet Union. Distractions and annoyances raised by both countries as the summer fishing season got under way to the accompaniment of mutual recriminatons. Today Japan's fishing activities are full of dplo- matic dynamite
 With the Bristol Bay issue settled Tokyo still has some important problems outstanding. One con- cerns the operation of fishing boats off the coast of Central America. Another involves the water around the Philippine Islands where Japanese craft are oc- casonay seized charges Of poaching Still another of comparatively recent origin is the question of inter- national cooperation in Antarctic whaling. All of these diplomatic negotiations with other coun- tries and underlie the frequent comment that Japa- fishing is not matter that concerns only Japan
 "Japans relation to the and its products is closer than that of any other modern nation. One out of every five of it's people his living through a direct connection with the fishing industry.
 "A subsidiary of Nchiro, the Taiheiyo Fishery Company operates in the Pacific Ocean east of Kam- chatka and specalizes in the production of canned red salmon This firm operates seven floating canneres, and ships almost all of its output to Eng land Charters pick up the canned salmon and carry it directly to London without touching Japan
 "The principal market for the products of botl Taiheyo and Nichiro is England Sales agreements have been reached with retail organization there for the disposal of the catch at contract prices.
 "The value Of the Kamchatka output for the past 10 years has varied from 22000OO0 yen to 40OOo0Ot yen, depending fluctuations in the catch and prices . Under normal circumstances between one-hai and two-thrds of the catch is canned.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
DAILY LESSONS
 IN ENGLISH
By w. L. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Luxuriant means exuberant in growth. Luxuri- ous pertains to luxury. Her hair is luxuriant." His life was one of luxurious ease"
 Often Mispronounced: Bury Pro- nounce ber-i, e as in bet.
 Often Misspelled: Pale (wanting in color; also a stake). Pail Ca ves- seD.
 Synonyms: Quota, share, allot- ment, proportion, apportionment.
 Word Study: "Use word three times and it is yours" Let us in crease our vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Today's word: Dilate; to enlarge or expatiate (Pro- nounce the as in die, accent last syllable). Tt is unnecessary to di- late upon what has been sufficiently pointed ut."-Craik.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
Horoscobe The stars incline
 but do not compel
SATURDAY JANUARY 21. 1899

SATURDAY JANUARY 21, 1889
 Although this is accepted as a doubtful day in planetary direction, according to astrology, benefic as- poets are dominant
 The outlook for labor is good and seems to presage extension of the short working week. New contracts and agreements will favor wage earnerS.
 Signing of legal papers is fortu- nate under this rule of the stars.
 This is not a favorable day for aviatorS. Accidents may be more numerous than usual as the week ends. Increased air travel will pre- vail through the winter.
 Bad weather is forecast for many parts of the East and Middle West. Shows may be heavy in late spring and again floods may be expected. The problem of providing for refugees will be beset with tremen- dous difficulties. In the United States, aid to victims of floods or cyclones will be inadequate, the seers prophecy.
 | While millions in the world starve, disposition of Americas surplus crops will distress legislators.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of a year of unusual ex- periences. Gains may be offset by losses that test character.
 Children born on this day prob ably will be courageous, ingenious and inventive These subjects of Aquarius may have many charac- teristics belonging to Capricorn.
 Thomas J. CStonewalD Jackson, (Confederate general. was born on this day 1924 Others who have cele- brated it as a birthday include Gen. eral John C. Fremont, soldier and explorer, 1913; Job Bicknell Ellis, botanist, 1929
 Copyright, 1939) I
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. c. Gordon

1. What six army generals later became President of the U. S.? 3. Where is the largest live stock market in the world?
 3. What are animals called that are equally at home in water or on land?
 4. What causes the Mexican jumping bean to jump?
 g. Which is the largest city in the Philippine Islands?
 ANSWERS
 1 Washington, Jackson. William Henry Harrison, Taylor, Grant. and Garfield.
 2. Chicago.
 3. Amphibians.
 4. A mature larva or worm. about one-fifth the size of the bean, and which dwells inside, can throw it. self around inside with enough force to cause the bean to move or jump.
 5. Manila.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
NOTICE OF HEARING ON FINAL
 ACCOUNT AND REPORT AND
 PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION

Tn the United States Commissioners (Ex-Officio Probate) Court for the Territory of Alaska, Juneau Com missioner's Precinct.
 In the Matter of the Estate of FRANCIS HOPKINS STEVEN SON, Deceased.
 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 29th, 1888, MINERVA B. REEDER, as executrix of tho es- tate of FRANCIS HOPKINS STEV- ENSON, deceased, made and filed in the above-entitled Court at Juneau, Alaska, her Final Account and Petit ton for Distribution, and that on said day the said Court entered it's order directing that hearing be had upon said Final Account and Report and Petition for Distribution before it on Saturday, March 4, 1889, at 10:00 o'clock A. M, at the office of the said United States torial Building, in Juneau Precinct, Territory of Alaska, and requiring all persons to then and there appear and make their objections, if any, thereto, and to the settlement there of and to the distribution of the residue of the assets of this estate direct to Jestie Stevenson, of Itho- polls, Ohio. sister of the deceased.
 MINERVA B. REEDER,
 Executrix. First publication, Dec. 30, 1888. Last publication, Jan. 20, 1888.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
M O D E R N ETIQUETTE E
 By Roberto Lss

O. When going to a weekend party must guest go by the train or bus that is mentioned in the in- vitation?
 A. Yes; one should always do so, unless some unusual circumstance prevents. Then one should wire his hostess, stating when he will ar rive.
 Q. When you are having lunch con with several friends in public dining room, and an acquaintance stops at your table for few words, should you introduce him to each of your friends?
 A.. It is not at all necessary to do so.
 @. What is the correct phrasing to be used on an engraved card an- nouncing an engagement?
 A. It is not proper to use this type of card.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
MALCOLM DEPARTS

H. H. Malcolm, Mayor of Seldo- via, who has been in Juneau for two weeks on Legislative matters, sailed for the Westward on the Cordova.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20
on YEARS AGO Ll From THE EMPIRE
JANUARY 20. 1919

JANUARY 20, 1919
 J. D. Helps and Mrs. Helps re- turned to Juneau from their wed- ding trip through Southeast Alaska and had taken an apartment at the Zynda.
 Joe Mataiya, former employee of Britt's Pharmacy, returned to Ju- neau on the Alaska to resume his old position. He was staying at the Bergman.
 z. R. Cheney returned here on the Alaska after spending three months in California Mrs. Cheney and Master John Cheney were in Los Angeles and were to remain there for few weeks longer.
 Word was received here that Gov Thomas Riggs would be in Seattle today where he was to remain until the sailing of the Alameda for Ju- neau.
 J. s. Morgan returned to Juneau on the City of Seattle after having spent a few days in the south.
 F. L. Mccarthy, Mrs. Mccarthy and Donald Mccarthy arrived in Juneau and were staying at the Zynda Hotel.
 Sam Morris, of the Independent Fisheries Company, returned to Ju- neau on the City of Seattle
 Marten Hofstad, canneryman of Scow Bay, arrived in Juneau on the City of Seattle and was at the Alaskan Hotel.
 G. A. Baldwin returned to Juneau on the Alaska.
 Weather: Highest 23; lowest 8; clear.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20

'ROME.-( Wireless to the New York Tmes) The importation of detective novels forbidden today by the Italian Government. Italian writers specaliz- ing in this kind of literature are being advised to turn to more uplifting works"
 Afraid the Italian people will get too much practice in deducng who's the villain?
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-20

Just a refresher in a sad world, we take note of the hot protest by French Canadians against the plan of Engands royal family to omit the plintupets from their Canadian itinerary.