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Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
Juniors Honor
Mrs. Roberts

Mrs. Arthur Roberts who served
as chairman last year for the AM
erican Legion Auxiliary Juniors,
was surprised with a shower at the
meeting of the Juniors Tuesday af-
ter school. The party took place at
the Aylmer Thompson home, 718
South Fifth where the gifts were
presented to Mrs. Roberts, the girls
serving refreshments.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
Auxiliary School
Of Instruction

Department officers and chair
men of the American Legion Auxi-
liary will be in San Diego Sunday
for the school of instruction to be
held from 10 a.m.-3 pm. in the
U. S. Grant hotel. Many valley Aux
iliary members plan to attend and
should make reservation with their
unit secretaries.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
HoItviIIe Leasu
Par+v Friday

HCLTVIILE, Get. 26.-Junlor
high school Epworth League OF tne
Holtville Methodist church is nav
ing a Halloween party Friday night
from 7 to 9 o'clock. Mrs. Fred Maur-
er and Mrs. Clifford Briggs are the
sponsors and each member is en-
titled to bring a guest.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
THURSDAY, OCTOBER rs, 1899
Mrs. |. A. Thomas Announces
Daughters Engagement

is a graduate of Central and a
prominent member of the Junior
Ten Thousand club.
Mr.. Harris is a graduate of the
Niles high school and is budget
manager for Goodrich Co.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
lie ave on Trip

Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Burton plan
ned to leave Ell Centre Thursday
night for a two weeks trip to San
Francisco and Portland, Oregon
Imperial Valley press., 1939-10-26
Three ARIST0CRATS

Members of the fine private herd on the Earl
Vencill Ranch that produces all the milk bottled
and distributed by the Vencil Dairy.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

clothes. A pool of blood stood be- fore the dresser, indicating Ford had slashed his threat there while locking in the mirror.
 Stormy seas prevented the Cedar from landing at the cape for many hours.
 Ford went to the station June IT. He formerly worked at the Chichagoff mine A former service man, he was receiving compensa- ton from the Government for a 90 percent disability
 Born at Laramie, Wyoming, he vas married in 1919 and later divorced. He was furloughed from the Army at Schofield Barracks, IIonoiuu, in 1919 after four years service. He was a member of AL ford Jchn Bradford Post of the American Legion.
 Funeral services will be an ncunced by the Charles w. Carter mortaary
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
SAM FELD0N iS BACK ON COUNCIL;
 IUNGE PROMOTED
Appointments Made al Special Session
 Wednesday

Sam Feldon, former City Council man, took the oath of cffice late this afternoon as Councilman suc- cseding Oscar Harri resigned. Fel- don was elected by the Council at a special meeting Wednesday night. Harri resigned because he will be in the States for several months.
 Ken Junge was promoted by vcts of the Council from Patrol man to Assistant Chief of Police, succeeding Roy Hoffman, who re- signed to go to Kodiak.
 Appointment of Policeman to fill Junge's place was deferred un- til the next regular meeting of the Council.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
Italians Told To Hold
 Their Tongues

ROME, Nov. 24.-Italians are urg- ed tc hold their tongues in public conversation speculating on what Italy is doing or might do as a re- suit Of the war.
 Notices are posted conspicuously in hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes and ether places of business, ask ing Italians not to make indiscreet observations about high strategy CT the high command" The appeals appeared after Pre- mier Mussolini denounced rumor- mongers.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
Look oui, Nenrl


 ALBANY, N. F., Nov. 24.-A hus7 band who will not leave a saloon when his wife calls from outside is equally responsible with her ii. she losses brick through the window, according to Police Justice Edward s. Kampf M . 9t, 'Kampf made his ruling when the woman in the case pleaded guilty to breach of the peace after the brick slightly injured the leg of an- other woman inside the grill. He suspended the sentence on her, rep rimanded the errant husband and ordered him to settle for the dam age.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
TWO ESkIM0S
 LOST ON ICE
 AT POINT HOPE

A rescue plane was to leave Kot- zebue today to to search for two Eskimcs lost since Tuesday on slush ice off Point Hope.
 News of the sealers' plight was sent here today by Clofford w. King, Point Hope Government teacher. The Office of Indian Affairs au- thorized the search. Carl T. Stinson, Kctzebue teacher, notified head quarters a plane would take off as soon as weather permitted.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
.fkF 3 NI CAT TALE

BATH, N. Y, Nov. 24.-Add "cat came back stories: MT and Mrs. Robert Wilcox took Sir Felix Ca stray kitten when they acquired him year earlier) to relatives in Fillmore, 60 miles away, as gift. Three after their return, Sir Felix was home, apparently unassisted.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
HOLD TIGHT

GENEVA, N Y, Nov. "A The cid city jail again will become a place for safe-keeping. A savings and loan association purchased the building.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
ELECTRAS DUE

Two Pacafie Alaska Airways planes are due to arrive here to- morrow afternoon from Fairbanks. weather permitting.
 One ship will return to Whitehorse and the other will remain here un- til Tuesday.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
DUKE, DUCHESS
 ATTEND CHURCH

PARIS, Nov 24-The Duke and Duchess of Windsor attended Thanksgiving Day services at the American Church in Paris. The Duke, with the rank of Major Gen. eral in the British Army, wore his uniform. k,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
Cow Country Coeds Whoop It Up

DEFY coeds at Hardin-Smmons Unipersity (Abi- 4 Iene, Tex.), organised ''Cowgirt Corps" to squeeze the last drop ot excitement out of footbaH ganle Instead s,Cing;ng drum naOrete batOns they cut capers country style tUrling ropes n approped cowpuncIier fashion. Here's hoU they go through their pep-producing antics:
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
U S. DEPARTMENT or AGRICULTURE WEATHER BUREAU
 THE WEATHER
f3y the U. s. Weather Bureau

Forecast tonight Saturday temperature tonight about S4
  the portion; suheTy winds fresh Strait Chatham Strait Frederick Canal
 of o deep the northern portion the Gulf will continuation of strong gale the Gulf winds along the Gulf directions along southery Hipchnbrook northey o Kodiak
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
WEATHER SYNOPSIS

baromeric disturbance located this morning miles south Cordova, with the central estimated 2875 inches Another baro metric disturbance located the Aleutians
 weather of Alaska, and mod fallen Gulf while moderate attended winds occurred Southeast falling interior Alaska this morning
 Juneau Nov. 25.-Sunrse 8:O9 sunset SPA pm
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

- to the Sugerin -en@ect Of Light houses.
 Rc5y in Bed
 Pushing open Ford's loor Kel- sey saw blood cn the Assistant Keepers arm and then noticed that his throat had been slashed deeply. Bloody shears lay on the bed beside the body, over which Ford had half pulled the bed
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

Of about a dozen international languages invented by scholars. none has come into general use.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

Auto mishaps account for only one-tifth of the disabilities due to accidents in the United States.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

Total seating capacity of the mo- tion picture theaters in the United States is, slightly over 10,00O.O00
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
SWEET ANGER

ADDISON. N. Y, Nov 24.-An- ncyednb by bees about his house, Emil Olkey tore off some siding and dis covered 100ypormds' of honey.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

The Star Spangled Banner" did not officially become the American national anthem until 1881.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

The cornerstone of the national capitol was laid by George Wash ington in 1793
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24
LIGHTHOUSE TRAGEDY IS
 ACCOUNTED
Crazed Assistant Keeper in Suicide al lonely
 Cape Spencer

tcaltinued Page ohei
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-11-24

All French soldiers manning the Maginot Line are to receive this service medal in recognition of their defense of France. Inscribed with the motto, No one passes" it shows gun in one of the mighty
 Maginot fortresses.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

TWenty-four members of the school and city bands are meet ing at the city hall this evening at pm. to organize a joint band for the summer months. L. E. Rynning, it was announced will be the director. Conrad F Yenney, was elected last week as manager, and Robert Baldwin as secretary.
 Thru the efforts of Miss Stub jkaer, Nome school teacher, the school band was developed dur ing the winter. Former members of the city band, have offered to turn out and keep the organiza- ton going and render what help they can to the new members during the summer. Now that they're off to a new start and with twenty four members listed, let's everybody give them a big hand and all the cooperation pos sible because there is nothing greater in civic life, than a band.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
CAUTION

With the coming of the late breakup of Snake River this spring, the local Coast Guard personnel wish to remind all the young people to please keep away from Snake River, also to use caution if they have occasion to walk over to Belmont Point.
 The Coast Guard, as is usual at this time of the year, will keep a watch at the river, and all small children, unless accompan jed by their parents will be re- quested to find other places of amusement. PARENTS are re- quested to PLEASE COOPER ATE.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

Charles Thompson, arriving from Teller the other day brot information of the death by drowning of Alfred Bernhard, 18 year-old native boy in Grantley Harbor.
 Apparently the boy fell over board from his small oomiak when out hunting among the ice foes. He was seen by another native to stand up and shoot into the sky, and then topple over into the water. The watcher was unable to reach him. No further trace of the boy could be dis covered, with the exception of one glove.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

Mrs. Morcom, wife of Nome's genial doctor, Thomas Morcom, arrived here today from Seattle via Juneau and Fairbanks, hay ing completed the journey in less than five days. Leaving Juneau via PAA plane Mrs. Morcom flew to Fairbanks where she connect ed with Mirow Air Service plane today for Nome.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
For Meals Bring Your Friends To The NORTH POLE BAKERY

Cleanup time is here. A little work done each day WI make your home and prem ises look more presentable. The ei.y fa- thers will proba.bly soon set a date for cleanup time. Now is an excellent time for merchants to advertise in the local paper sug gesting how owners of property can beautify their homes inside as well as outside, by obtaining the necessary articles at their stores.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

The driving of sheet piling on the west revetment has begun un der the government engineers direction. The revetment will be extended eastward a certain dis tance thus making a narrower channel between the jetties. The construction of a cement jetty on the west side is expected to com mence as soon as conditions per- init.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

The fire department responded to an alarm from the box near the Catholic Church this after noon. The fire was in a small cabin owned by Gus Bjornsted and occupied by two newcomers. Water was used from the fire truck and extinguished with a loss of probably $500. The fire started evidently from rubbish in a coal box near the stove.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
Stalking of Claims

Under the law as changed a per son may stake two claims for himself and two under power of attorney in any month. Under the old law a person could stake two for himself and 16 under power of attorney in any month.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

It is reliably reported that the Coast Guard cutter Duane is now at Dutch Harbor and will pro ceed to Nome. The date of her departure for Nome is unknown, her arrival here is uncertain, at this time.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

Arriving by plane from Fair banks today were Mrs. Thomas Morcom, Mrs. Charlotte Pater- son and baby girl Frances, Mrs. Allenbaugh, MT. Morris and one other, name unknown. First class mail also arrived today via Mi row plane.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

The U. s. Coast Guard boats are now being given their an- nual overhaul before being put in commission for the summer season. Another member will be added to the local crew upon the arrival of the first boat.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

Two weeks from today We will be looking fer passsn gers com ing ashore, providing ice cond.- tions will permit.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

Pilot Morris King arrived at the Nome airport yesterday from Candle with the following pas sengers: Miss Mary Walsh, Mrs. c. E. Palmer and Ruth Morris.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
ANNOUNCEMENT

Star Motor Go. located opposite the Lincoln Hotel, will open for business on or about May 27th. In connection with the garage there will also be taxi, truck and tractor service. We request your patronage.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
NEWS ITEMS

The Alaska s. s. Go. freighter Sutherland, will, according to To cal advices, sail from Seattle for Nome Friday evening, May 26.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

One week from today and the first passenger steamer will be on its way to Nome from Seattle, and if it leaves on the date as scheduled it will be in the Pacific Ocean outside of Cape Flattery.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

WHITE WOMAN - Good all- around, experienced cam D cook, wants work on creeks. Inquire at Nugget Office.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24
NOTICE
SOME OF THE REASONS ARE:

Don't forget to leave your name and address for the Nugget to be sent to you via airplane at your mining camps, from now on.
The Nome nugget., 1939-05-24

3: All sailings subject to change without notce)
 JOE HARNISH, Agent
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
BIG CELEBRATION
 IN TIMES SQUARE
New Haven Road Running Special Excursion Trains
 New Years Eve

Times Square on New Years eve, tho gayest spot In which to welcome the gayeSt of holidays, will be the goal of Q New Haven railroad reduced fareSpeeial train this Sunday (De- eember SD.
 The New Years Eve Times Square Special will leave Water- bury at S;90 p, m, Sunday, reaching Grand Central Terminal at 5;56 p. m,
 Then revelers will have more than nine hours to celebrate in theNters, night clubs or with laughing throngs la Times Square which will resound to shouts and cheers and noise- makers, blaze with myriad lights, an dsparkle with fun, gaiety and eamaraderie as tho New Year crosses the threshold,
 Leaving New York at 3;25 o'clock Monday morning, the returning train is due back la Waterbury at 5;50 Q, m, Qolnng and returning this train also will stop at Naugatuek, Seymour, Ansonia and Derby-Shel. ton,
 The low-eost round-trip tickets arc on sale at station ticket offices, and must Do purchased befeer board- Ing the train, Sine tickets are strictly limited to the seating eapae- ity of the Times Square Special, 1t Is advisable to purchase transporta. ton well in advance
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
KNIGHT TEMPLARS
 OBSERVES CUSTOM

Clark Commandery, Knights Templar, following 6 time-honored custom held c conclave at noon yesterday at Masonic temple when . special program was hold and . toast offered to Mark Norris, most eminent great master. About 7b were present.
 Rev. Samuel A. Budde, vicar Of Christ chapel, gave the address and Roy Beron was organlSt. John Potter field his customary role of prelate. Greetings were read by the eminent commander, Nofwood Webster, to tho most eminent grand master and the right emi. ilent grand commander Of Connoe. ticut, William D. fleming, of 9tam- ford. John D. Hughes, past cofn- mandcr'B charge.
 Charles Hotehkiaa, the oldest sir knight was among the brethefn toasted. Ex.doy. Charles A. Tem- pleton who has been absent for many months because of illness was present. Among the past com. f1andors present were; ivan schoonmakcr, George Wells. Har- old Perry, Fenton Niver, John elf. ton. Rayiand, Robert ]. Eggloton and Joseph Henderson, also fdris Alderson, generalissino and James Burhoe, captain gecnral.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26

Refreshments will Do in charge of the following members Of tho Service club: William Behr, Vin- cent Iannaccone, Ernest Greece Mario General, Anthony Migliaro Paul fannaceone, Thomas Bonvis- suto, Alfred Stance, Anthony za- simovich and Victor Ford.
 Decorations and seating arrange. fiientS will Dc under the Aupervi. sion of the following members of the leaders corps Prank 0iattino, Dani eidrIsh, Robert Cordeau, Jos seph Cefetti. Frank Napomocen0 Clifford Nichols, August Ranaudo and Domenie DiMartino.
 The following program will be- gin ct 7ii6 o'clock: Marcos and ChriStmas carols by the Boys club band. clog, soft shoe and novelty dances by Misses Gloria zappula and Helen Albino; vocal solos by James zappula; feaN of legerde- main by Cardy Milton; comedy sketch by Albert Mannolio. tenor: introduction to magic by Ira VII. Hams; motion picture version Of "A ChrBtmas Carol" by Charles Dickens.
 Romeo Deifino, radio pianist. will entertain with solos and will Do accompanist for the other per" formers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Christmas Observance Locally Regarded As
 The Gayest In Years
Relief Agencies Remember Needy-C Churches Crowded for Services-Me Merchants Checking Today Results
 of Best Seasonal Trade Since 1928

after the strenuous activities of Sum- day and yesterday.
 Churches were crowded At services yesterday as thousands offered horl- age to tho Prince of Pence, A dust Ing of snow which began falling at 6 Q. m. gave the appropriate atmos- phere, and the sharply dropping temperature allowed an opportunity to use the skates and hockey sticks that Santa Claus brought.
 Relief agencies and many organi- gations distributed Christmas din- ners and gifts to hundreds of fam- flies Saturday and Sunday. Many holiday parties were held Sunday afternoon, and several church or- ganisatlons had special Christmas programs yesterday afternoon and last night.
 The Lincoln House, Diocesan Bu- reau of Social Service, Salvation Army and city welfare department each brought Christmas cheer to the homes of scores of families. Their work was supplemented by many other organizations and by the many who made contributions to the va. rious Christmas funds.
 Business was ct c complete stand still yeterday, even drug torres and gasoline stations being closed for at least. part of the day. The home was the focal point of all celebrations, and Christmas decorations and gifts from Santa were oil duly admired. Youngsters had c gran dtime display- ing the toys and other gifts that tho good Saint Nick had left for them the night before.
 Gay carols filled the cir during tho day. Special musical programs were offered ct oil the churches.
 Business on Saturday was reported excellent by downtown merchants. Weary policemen said that trafiic reached one of the highest peaks of the year.
 A gay round of events Is scheduled for this week. to be climaxed with the New Years eve celebration Sum day night. College students organ- izations and c number of clubs and societie swill hold dances and dins ners. Scores of house parties have been arranged, and c holiday atmos- phere will prevail all week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Stork In Santa
 Role Brings Six
 New Residents

Four boys and two girls raced Santa Claus yesterday and ar- rived at st. Mary's and at the Waterbury hospital in time to light the Christmas tree.
 The new arrivals are:
 st. MaFy's-a son to Mir. and Mrs. Ubald Vallemore, of Sl East Liberty street, Q girl to MT. and Mrs. William Jones, of Mlddlebury road, Middle. buryj and . boy to MT. and Mrs. 0nesime Frappler, of 80 Sylvan avenue.
 Waterbury hospltal--A girl to MT. and Mrs. Raymond Fenni- more, of Davis street, Oakvlile, Q girl to MT. and Mrs. James Capcce, of 14 Meadow street, and . boy to Mir. and Mrs. Roc. co Cipriano, of SSb Congress avenue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
DEAN OF PRIESTS
 SINGS HIGH MASS
Monsign0r Fitzmaurice Observes 57th Anniver.
 sary of Ordination

Rt, Rev. Monslgnor John II, TitEnauriee, pastor of St, Francis church In New Haven and former pastor Of st, Patriek's church here celebrated tho S7th anniversary oi his ordination to the Roman Catho. lie priesthood Saturday.
 Recently Most Rev, Maurice F, MeAuliffe, bishop Of the Hartford diocese, assigned Rev. William suls livan Of this city to Monsignof's Fitxmaurloe's parish in the Eim City, It was Father Sullivans first ap- pointment since his ordination last May.
 The 04.year old priest, who is the dean Of Roman Catholic clergy. men in Connecticut, decided there would Do no celebration In honor Of the event, although such Q sug. gestion was made. To him eatur. day will be just another routine day In his lifo and his long ser. vice to his church. He celebrate ed mass Saturday morning in ae. accordance with his daily custom and made final preparations 10 sing high mass Christmas day In his church,
 Despite hls ago, Father FitGmaur. Ice Is very active. He drives his own car and few years ago drove aefoss the continent He was ap- pointed the fifth pastor Of St. Fran- eis' parish in January, 1894. Before going to New Haven, he was pas tor Of c parish in Waterbury, and prior to that the head of parlshea n Dayville, Norwich and Jewett City.
 Early this year he was appointed . domestic pfelate with the rank Of nionsignor by the Pape.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
Full Weather Report

Boston, Dee. a0--(UPl-Weath.
 CONN i1GTICUW--yFnlr and cons tAmued eOld teHight. "Wednesday AnRFeaHing eleudiRenss
 MARsA AcIlIleBTFB and RHO D in BLAND n. phlPl continued cold tQ. night, Wednesday increasing cloud
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26
METHODISTS GIVE
 PAGEANT, CAROLS
Sunday Services Staged By Various Societies;
 Electrical Display

A beautiful carol service and ChriStmas pageant entitled "The Christmas Window" was given in First Methodist church Sunday eve- ming. All societies of the church participated in groups in singing tho carols used, Mrs. Harold Wright had coached the play, and acted as general head of the com. mittie h It's preparation. George W. Boleher bore the heavy burden of preparing the properties for the occasion, and Mrs. Beleher assisted in this and other work. The electric lighting was arranged by oren Maxim. The stage was supplied and set Up by Harold Blum, Charles Piatt, and tho church choir assisted throughout tho evening,
 The story Of the play was that Of c young man and his young Wifo, with their little child, stranded on the way home for Christmas; also c business man, cynical youth, and q boy bent only oil thoughts of what he iB to get out Of Christmas, They all como upon Q church, in which Christmas Is being eelebrat. cd. Tn the great window Of the church, through which tho soft light streams, there Is tho Bethlehem sceno--Joseph, Mary the Child, tho shepherds. Out Of tho window one after the other of these speak to the young man ana his wife, tho business man, tho cynical youth the selfish boy; and oil 70 away with c new spirit within,
 The parts taken in tho play were aB follows:
 Characters h the Window - Mary, Dorothy Kenyon; Joseph, William Blair; old Shepherd George W, Delcher; Young 9hep- herd, William Kane; Boy Shepherd, Jeff Smith;
 Characters in tho Street -- Je0, Richard Rosengrant; Marie, Bar. baFa Cariin; Business Man, Arthur Rosengrant; Young Man, John Mc- Naught; Boy, Frederick schilling; Two Angels, Elaine Graham, Lois Wheeler.
 All parts were well played, and the congregations found tho play c beautiful Christmas eve service,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-12-26

To aid exiled spaniafds Cuba will issue travelling identity cards to for. eigners whose countries have no consular representatives there.