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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1939-06-08

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| grated to Yucatan. 1t is believed
the marvellous civilization of the
Mayans began there.
Then the people migrated to Yucca
tan. The soil of Guatemala became
arid. There was over cultivation
and bad tillage. They burned the
jungle every year, so that all hui
| mus, seeds and roots were destroy
ed, and no jungle returned to re-
fertilize the soil. There sprung up
a stubborn glebe, and having no
plows, further cultivation was i'm
possible, and Yucatan seemed bet
ter.
In Yucatan, centuries after, the
same thing happened, and they mi
grated to Campeche. The plain OF
life had become the plain of star
vation, and later of desolation. The
jungle grew up again. They return
ed, to move probably, and to return
yet again. The inscribed dates are
clear that Chichen liza, the main
city, was abandoned 688 A. D., and
restored 964 A. D., the intervening
years being spent in Campeche.
At last Public Enemy, Number
One, War, which destroyed so many
past civilizations, and may do the
same again, brought to an end the
most brilliant achievement Of the
pre-Columbian world Their en-
emies hired the Toltecs, who sub
dued them, probably enslaved them,
and long years after, the Mayans
abandoned their costly cities, and
dispersed in the thickets. The Span
ish in 1889, found a weak, unresist-
ing people Their former cities were
swallowed up by two centuries Of
rank growth, where tropical trees
grow every day in the year, under
hot sun. Spaniards did not dis
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
ECONOMY THE WATCHWORD

Spending only five percent of it's total budget for administrative purposes the Territory of Alaska sets example which many State might with profit initiate
 Auditor Prank A. Boyle's report to the Governor and Legislature shows that directing of the Territory multifarious activities required outlay of but $203, ,223.36 in the biennium.
 Included under administrative expenditures are appropriations for the offices of Governor Auditor, Treasurer Attorney General all 20 Territorial boards, legislative and election costs, emergency appropria- ons and outlay for vital statistics enforcement of liquor law and miscellaneous administrative flmc- tions.
 Administration in fact was the least of Alaska's financial burdens Industrial development claimed seven percent of total expenditures development of the Territory F percent public welfare 29 percent aid to municipalities 22 percent and education 25 percent.
 Into the last three departments went more than three -fourths of all money spent by the Territory since the beginning of 1887.
 Once upon time of course activities which might have been classified administrative" took pract- csly all the money of governments. Support of the king his court and his army-those the purposes to which taxes were put.
 In time have seen the mushrooming of public welfare activities and have witnessed the rapid advance of education into Foremost position among those things which the public wants to sup port and promote with it's money.
 The uses of government change through the years. decade hence the picture will have altered vastly
 Administration. however, will always have with
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

FEDERAL POWER COMMIS- SION, Washington. D. c. Public no- tice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Power Act GIG use. 791 1-825r) that the Pelican Cold Storage Company, whose ad- dress is Juneau, Alaska. has made application for preliminary permit TOT project No. 1921, to be located on an unnamed stream on the north shore of Lisianski Inlet on Chicha- gof Island, in Sitka Precinct. Terri tory of Alaska, affecting lands of the United States in the Tongass National Forest, consisting of di- version dam, a tunnel 200 feet long. Hume $50 feet long. penstock 300 rect long, a power plant having in- stalled capacity of about 500 horse power operating under static head of l2o feet, and an electric power llne 2,50O feet long. Any protest against the approval of this applica- ton or request for hearing thereon With the reasons for such protest or request, and the name and ad- dress of the party or parties so pro- testing or requesting, should be sub mItted before February B, 1899 to the Federal Power Commission Washington, D. c. By order of the Commission; Leon M. Fuquay, Sec retary.
 First publication. Jan. 2, 1889.
 Last publication, Jan. g. 1939
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
Niemoeller's Best Sermon
(New York Times)


 In countries it is disgrace to be in the custody of the police. In others it is not For the Rev Martin Niemoeller who is in Nazi concentra- on camp at Sachsenhausen it is decidedly an honor. Herr Nemoeller acquitted last February of a charge of treason based sermon in which he had declared We must obey God rather than man" A nominal fine and prison sentence were imposed for some minor expressions of irreverent attitude toward the Naz Government but as he had already more than served this sentence while waiting trial the intention of the court that he should be leased. What happened that he taken into protective custody" at the prison gates.
 Protective custody" in Germany a number of things-incuding torture, starvation and forced labor Herr Niemoeer, it appears, has been treated with consideration-the reason for which, humanitarianism but the fear of widespread resent ment if any other course followed But he has not been released and it has been clearly intimated to Times correspondent that he would not be set free until he promised to reverse his original position as to the relative priority of God and Hitler in Ger many.
 This he has stoutly refused to do It does not beite him to say that he is what oldfashioned New Englanders would call set in his ways It has been men set in their ways who the liberties of nations including Germany-in times gone by. The firm ness of Pastor Niemoeer is good omen in dark time. Though senced he breaches from day to day the most eloquent of sermons.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
Scene 1, Monopoly Inquiry
(Philadelphia Record)

tPh1ladelphla Record)
 The curtain has just fallen on the first scene in the monopoly inquiry. The theme was the patent. Tn kind of economic charade the Temporary Nation- al Economic Committee put on display good patent industry motors; bad" one, glass.
 In the automobile industry, since Ford broke the Seden patent in 1911 there has been free inter- hange of patents through of three methods: The patent pool of General Motors the licensing of Pack lrd and the sharing of patents by Ford.
 The effect has been to bring down the price Of the automobile by giving free rein to competition, and speed improvement of the motorcar by freeing new processes from uneconomic restrictions. The motor industry deserved it's pat on the back. As
 As the other extreme, the committee presented the case of the glass industry where two related panies control than 96 percent of the output through their control of basic patents and by tota tarian' practices.
 Testimony showed that the main company, Hart ford Empire, car, tell independents" what kind of glassware to make, how much to manufacture, what price to charge in what territory to sell and under what conditions they may machinery on which Hartford Empire does not hold the patents.
 In 1887 Hartford Empire according to the evidence submitted earned 6777 percent on its net capital employed-the consumer paid the bill in the shape of higher charges for glassware
 What is to be done about it? That is to appear when the curtain rises Scene 2, with the commit tees first report to Congress early in February.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
DAILY LESSONS IN ENGLISH
 By w. L. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Say, T sat beside (by the side of) George, J and, Besides Gin addition to) wealth he has health"
 Often Mispronounced: Passe. Pro- nounce pa-sa, first a as in pat, sec ond as in say, accent last syll- able.
 Often Misspelled: Mattress; two Us and two ss.
 Synonyms: Shapely, symmetrical, trim, neat, well-formed.
 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: Salubrious; conducive to physical well-being; healthful Pronounce the as in cube; accent follows the W. California is distinguished for its salubrious climate"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
Safety in Numbers
(New York world-Telegram

Dr. F. E. Townsend is preparing to descend on Washington and remind Congressmen that many of their elderly constituents would like to be pensioned generously-at the expense of younger taxpayers
 Arthur L. Johnson, of the General Welfare Fed eration, is already the scene in Washington mar shang support for rival tax-and- pension plan
 Senator Lodge, of Massachusetts, is calling for $60-a-month pensions apparently without disturbing himself about the of the necessary funds
 The Ham-and -Eggers, still plenty active in Cali forna despite November's setback, may be expected eventually to knock Congress door with their $3O evefy-Thursday project.
 The taxpayer at least take some satisfaction from the adage There's safety in numbers As long the evanges of et-rich-quick- -t-away are so divided among themselves there is still hope for survival of the sensible program that was launched under the Social Security act and that may be enlarged and variously revised.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
eHoroscobe The stars incline
 but do not compel"
TUESDAY, JANUARY IT, 1889

TUESDAY, JANUARY IT, 1889
 Astrologers read this as an un- important day in planetary direc- ton. The horoscope shows Neptune in adverse aspect.
 The seers warn of the prevalence of spies and increase in deceit and double dealing among individuals and nations. Scandals in high places among Europeans are forecast.
 Royal persons will become in- volved in international negotiations and incur suspicion among foreign envoys. Americans are warned that they are still in the kindergarten class in the game of diplomacy.
 This should be favorable date for progressive plans and efficient work. Young people will find employment in new fields.
 Naval disputes are prophesied as battleships are directed on secret missions. Honors for United States naval officers are foreseen.
 Those who seek employment to- day should be encouraged in their quests. Only the young and highly trained, however, may expect good positions.
 Girls will progress toward realiza- ton of ambitions today by merely waiting for future opportunities. Bad judgment is likely under this configuration. Not a lucky day for accepting a suitor.
 Gossip will be widespread regard ing important socialites. It is well to guard speech. Newspapers should be doubly cautious in avoiding libel suits
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of fair ad- vancement, but deception may be expected among business associates.
 Children born on this day, prob ably will be exceedingly energetic and industrious. Subjects of this sign may reach supreme success through foresight and persistency.
 David Lloyd George, British statesman, was born on this day 1863. Others who have celebrated it as birthday. include Benjamin Franklin, American statesman and philosopher 1706; Mrs. Henry Wood English novelist, 1914
 Copyright, 1939)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
RATING ALASKA'S CITIES

An index to how the various cities of Alaska rate at the present time afforded in the section of the Territorial Auditors report showing what funds were returned to the municipalities in the 1937-39 ben- num.
 As the amount of this aid to municipalities is based upon revenue originating in each city, which in turn is determined by the population and wealth of that place the index should be fair Anyhow, it fur nshes provocation for argument
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
on YEARS AGO LO From THE EMPIRE
JANUARY Is. 1919

| Headlines in The Empire were to the effect that the State assem- plies had ratified the prohibition amendment to make the United States dry. The amendment pro hibits the sale of intoxicating bev- erages, to become effective year after the date of final ratification Meanwhile the Nation was to go dry July of this year by Presi- dential Proclamat ton.
 w. B. Kirk, who had been in the south for several weeks, was to re- turn to Juneau on the City of Se- attle. sss f
 c. w. Hawkesworth, Superinten- dent of Educa ton for the First Di- vision under the Bureau of Educa- tion, was to leave for Ketchikan on the Admiral Watson.
 Sergeant E. Lang Cobb arrived in Juneau on the Estebeth from Ft. William H. Seward to visit with his father and mother, MT. and Mrs. John H. Cobb.
 The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church was to hold a Silver Tea at the home of Mrs. J. T. Mcqueen.
 w. P. Lass, Mrs Lass and their children went through Juneau on the Admiral Watson on their way south from Chatham. They planned to spend the winter in California.
 Mrs. Anna Vim and her son, Burdette, who had been recently discharged from the Navy, were now visiting in Chicago.
 George R. Dedman, one of the proprietors of the Golden North Hotel in Skagway, was a passen- ger for Seattle on the Princess Mary which passed through Juneau.
 Weather: Highest %; lowest 25; clear.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
FIREMEN AND FOUNDRYNtEN
 TO SETTLE CHAMPIONSHIP

i Tomorrow evening at the Nat, Douglas Bremen and the Treadwell Foundry team will play their third and final game to decide which is the champion at basketball Each team has won a game and as they are closely matched the play off should be particularly interesting Besides the glory to the winners a keg of beer will be. enjoyed by the players at the expense of the losers.
 A preliminary game will be play ed between Douglas high school and Alumni starting at 7:30.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
SON IS BORN TO
 MIR. AND MRS. ROLLER

MT. and Mrs Ed Roller are the parents of baby boy, born at St. Ann's Hospital last night about II o'clock. The little fellow balanced the scales at pounds, 6 ounces. John Edward was mentioned as the probable title for the prospective shortstop who will undoubtedly succeed his father to that position on the baseball diamond when he gets big enough. q
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
M o D E R N ETIQUETTE E
 By Roberta Lss

c. Who is present when the we'd ding rehearsal takes place?
 A. Only those who take part in the rehearsal. Any one else may cause confusion by offering un- asked-for suggestions.
 Q. When driving at n ig h t, shouldn't a motorist dim his lights when another car is approaching?
 A. Yes, always. Every courteous driver will do so.
 @. Has a house guest permission to monopolize the radio?
 A. No; he should allow the mem- bers of the family to select the pro- grams.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
N0RW0MEN DINNER IS TO HONOR WIVES OF LEGISLATORS 5

At C o'clock Thursday evening the wives of the legislators will be entertained at the monthly meeting of the Norwomen, the dinner being held as usual in the Parlors of the Northern Light Presbyterian church.
 Mrs. H. L. Faulkner will be guest speaker for the occasion, her topic concerning her recent trip to Europe. Mrs Lola Mae : Alexander, well known Juneau soprano, will sing several selections during the even- ing.
 All reservations are to be made with Miss Mary Jeannette Whittier as soon as possible.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. c. Gordon

1. What ancient Jewish patriarch worked IA years for the wife he wanted?
 2. Wha t percentage of the weight of human being is blood? B. How does the frog partake of water?
 4 What was the first law passed by Congress to provide against mon- opoly and trusts?
 g. What famous river flows into the Dead Sea?
 ANSWERS l. Jacob.
 2. Between 5 and percent. 3. It absorbs water through the skin, and does not drink it. 4. Sherman Antitrust Law. 5. Jordan River.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
DOUGLAS
 NEWS
TUCKETTS ARE HOSTS 3s-
 AT HOUSE WARMING

MT and Mrs Charles Tuckett en- tertained number of their friends at a house, warming party Satur- day night. Inspection of the newly built home brought out many .ex- pressions of praise for the arrange ment and interior finishing of the cottage and also for the furnish ings. Appropriate and useful gifts for the house were presented to the couple by the guests.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

Persia broke off diplomatic relations with France as result of joke about cat. That illustrates the difference between occidental and oriental attitude. Japan and China don't to have allowed little thing like war bring about formal rupture ill their diplomatic relations.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

Winners of the l938 Irony Fate Contest: The burglars who stole the gold shield from Chicago synagog upon which Inscribed the commando meht, "Thou Shalt Not Stea'
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
JACKIE sEY AT SMITHS

Jacynth Sey has succeeded Agnes Baroumes as assistant at Guys Drug Store. Miss Baroumes plans to go south some time next month.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

A Wine Fountain, flowing with red and white Liquid gold'' from California vineyards, will be a fea- ture of the Wine Temple at the 1889 California Worlds Fair.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

It would be difficult to conceive more economi- cal administration than Alaskas at the present time
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

Naz leaders blame democracy for the Coster case but earthquakes and spots the sun so far are not included in the indictments
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

In 1885 France had 16,823 farm CTS cooperative societies.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16
Habpy
 Birthday

The Empire ertends congratula ions and best iDishes today, thei, irthday anniuersarr Q the lolloap- ,g:
 JANUARY Is Livingston Wernecke Henry Langfeldt,
 Arleen Godkin
 Doris Moran t Mrs. Winnifild Garcavy ,. Mrs. Hilda Bergrenn {, Gary Aalto Bach Richard I. Radelet
 Donald Foster
 E. w. Bliss
 Gladys Uggen
 Wesley Turner
 e<D, - t-s
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

Today's News -Gooay.-Emplre.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-01-16

Empire Ads Pay.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-11-15
Mrs. Kate Watkins Is
H0m0red On Birthday

At dinner beautiful and unique
in all its appointments Mrs. Andrew
Jackson Watkins entertained last
night at her home Hathaway" on
the Oxford road, honoring the birth
day of her husbands mother, Mrs
Kate Switzerland Watkins.
Guests arrived bearing attractive
ly wra4 ped gifts for the honoree
which were added to many others
sent by numerous friends who had
taken pleasure in remembering the
birthday of one Of Henderson's out
standing women.
Upon entering the dining room a
vision of loneliness greeted all eyes.
The table covered with silver dotted
theatrical gauze was the shimmerlng
background Tor a dainty arrange
ment of pink and white. Pink banded
service plates held, for the ladies,
tiny old-fashioned nosegays of white
candytuft and pink rosebuds enclosed
in silver holders lined with tulle; and,
Ior the gentlemen, single pink rose
bud bound and tied with silver.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-11-15
PATTERN 9236

Of course the jumper vogue leads
the kiddieland fashion parade! It's
4 style your youngster can wear day
after day with just a fresh change
If blouses. Marian Martins Pat
tern 9236 is so simple that with the
Sew Charts aid you'll finish it in
record time. The bias-cut jumper
las just three pattern parts. Its
neck and under arm edges are al
most on the straight grain, making
{ easy to finish and sure to hold it's
shape Ruffles, buttons or peasant
lacings make gay trim. The long
or short sleeved blouse has round
heck or a cute collar, and your
choice Of ruffling, ric-rac or a tiny
DOW
Pattern 9236 may be ordered only
II children's sizes 4, 6, 8, 10 and II.
Size 6, jumper, requires l 7-8 yards
80 inch fabric; blouse, ga yard con-
trast and IA yards ruffling.
Send FIFTEEN CENTS in coins
for this MARIAN MARTIN pattern
Be sure to write plainly your SIZE,
NAME, ADDRESS, and STYLE
NUMBER.
Send your order to Henderson
Daily Dispatch, Pattern Department.
z:2 w. 18th ST. New York. N. Y.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-11-15
Nelson Philathea
Glass in Meeting

The Nelson Philathca class Of the
First Congregational Christian
church met Monday evening at 8
o'clock in the home Of Mrs. l. H.
Vickery, on Nicholas street, with
Mrs. E. M. Powell and Mrs. c. w.
Darnell as joint hostesses.
Mrs. w. Abbott had charge OF
the worship program, using as her
topic THANKSGIVING. The hundreatn
Psalm was read, and questions Of
Gods goodness were answered, fol-
lowed with prayer by the leader.
The class gave the Philathea pledge.
Twenty-one members answered to
roll call, and there were two visitors.
Very good committee reports were
made.
A discussion concerning the help
ing of a family at Christmas was
had, to be decided at the December
meeting. Names for Pollyanna were
drawn for the Christmas tree, to be
held in December at the home Of Mrs.
v. E. RaWls.
During the social hour delicious
refreshments were served by the
hOSteSSeS.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-11-15
Library Visitors
During Book Week

The H. Leslie Perry Memorial
Library is the scene Of great activity
this week. The twenty-first annual
National Book Week is being cele-
brated. Girls and boys are throng-
ing to the library to see the Christ
mas tree which has been erected,
and to enjoy the new books display
ed around the tree. "The Growing
Library for the Child is also at
tract considerable attention. Book
are arranged in five groups: books
for girls and boys under five; books
for five to seven year olds; books
for seven to nine year Olds; books
for nine to eleven year olds; books
for eleven to thirteen year olds.
Parents, teachers, and others inter
ested in girls and boys will find this
collection particularly valuable. Lists
are available for interested visitors
"The Growing Library for the Child
features some new books and great
many of the old favorites such as
Arabian Nights, Heidi, Tom Sawyer,
Mother Goose, Robin Hood and 9TH
ers.
On Friday afternoon at four o'clock
Mrs. John Lee Wester will tell stories
at the library Stories of France and
the Baltic Countries will be told.
The tickets may be secured at the
library. They are free, but only a
limited number is available.
Henderson daily dispatch., 1939-11-15
SHAW Philatheas
Have Recent Meet

The Shaw Philathea class of the
First Baptist church met at the
church on a recent evening, with
Mrs. c. A Allen presiding. The
Philathea song was sung, after
which Mrs. j. Franklin Mills led the
devotions, stressing the thought OF
thanks and gratitude. The members
joined in singing "I'll be somewhere
waiting.
Routine business was transacted
with the usual reports being given
4 detailed report of what the class
had recently done for the two girls
adopted was made.
Committees were appointed as
follows: Door, Mrs. w. D. Massee
room, Mrs Roy Tippett and Mrs
w. H. Wester, Jr.; sick, Mrs. c. H
Gilliland and Mrs. j. H. Hinton
personal service, Mrs. l.. E. Canslel
and Mrs c. E. Page.
Mrs. j. c.. Tolson was in charge
of the program A vocal duet, II