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Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Willis Thorntons Editorial on:
Sharper, Perhaps, Than Swords

Hilter's long predicted troubles In
occupied CzechoSlovakia seem To
have begun.
Despite a few violent outbreaks
in which policemen have been
killed, most of this developing
Czech resistance seems to be of
the passive kind.
And that is very interesting. be-
cause it is barely possible that this
is the most effective kind of resis-
tance. The CzechS were persuaded,
by British French arguments and
by circumstances. not to fight for
their country's independe n e.
Whether that was a wise decision or
not is nard to decide finally at this
time. But the fact that military re-
sistance was not made does not
mean, apparently that the Czechs
will not resist at all the Germani-
zation for which Hitler believes
them destined
Here are some of the little things
that are happening in C2echoslo-
vakia, gathered together from
many dispatches from that aera:
In cafes and shops, clerks and
walters stand blankly when Ger
man soldiers or Brownshirts order
anything. They pretend not to un.
GerStand.
Many German patrons of such
places nave been victims of a sud-
den clumsiness of walters who
spilled hot soup over their uniforms.
If the soup is not spilled, it may
come TO the table so loaded with
pepper that the Nazis choke, or
perhaps bent pin is found at
1.-THE bottom Of the bowl-all a re-
lgrettable accident, of course. but
none the less.
A Czech mayor, receiving a bill
from the German authorities for
| Ifcod furnished the poor in the early
i siays Of the occupation, sent back
a prompt bill for iron ratings re-
| moved from barrack walls.
In Pilsen, acid was thrown on
detachment of passing German
roops, injuling no one. but stain
| ng the uniforms and causing en-
)arraSsment to the Germans. More
han 100 were arrested.
On Eduard Benes' birthday. but
onhole rosettes flowered through
Yut the Czech territory, mute evi.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
TO WAR ON
OPIUM TRAFFIC
Sacramento Bee)

The Chinese government decree of
death for all poppy growers is another
milestone in the long fight against the
poisonous and degrading opium habit,
forced upon a helpless nation by the
British more than 100 years ago.
The seizure of cargo of opium on
British boats started the opium war
which forced the ceding of Hongkong
and required the hapless Chinese to ac-
cept forced importatons of opium from
india and other British possessions. The
imports, plus production by unscrupu-
lous Chinese caused nearly half of the
population to become addicts
1t was not until a generation ago that
the authorities actually started in earn
est to wipe out the evil. Opium smoking
during the World war was forbidden by
proclamation.
Much of the good work done by the
Chinese campaign against opium has
been undone by the japanese invasion,
as japanese vendors of opium are re-
ported to be working openly in the con-
quered areas.
Right thinking people throughout the
world will hope that this latest move by
the Cinese government will lead ulti-
mately to the complete extinction of the
degrading traffic.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

dence that the republic is not for
gotten. Statues of Czech heroes
have been prominently decked with
flowers.
All these things can be very ir-
ritating indeed to an army of occu-
patton. The evident intention is to
goad the Germans into frankly tax.
ing over Czechoslovakia as part of
the Reich. This, or harsh measures
of suppression. would further allie
nate foreign opinion. Many Czechs
probably figure that. having lost
their independence anyway, they
might as we'll go all the way. since
CzechoSlovakia as an integral part
of Germany will be greater
handicap than Czechoslovakia as
a "protectorate."
This sort of silent. stubborn, nom
violent but exceedingly irritating
attitude may in the long run prove
more effective defense of the
Czech republic than its army could
have been.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

shrunken benefit fund, will have
to be met by regular government
appropriations or by regular
government borrowing.
But this is only the beginning.
Go back to those payroll taxes,
and bear in mind that they are
scheduled to go up in graduated
steps until, in 1949, they are three
times their present size.
This spring they we're to have
gone up by so per cent. The
House declined to vote that In.
crease, on the ground that 1t would
be a damaging thing for business.
But, in l943. it will face the
duty of jumping the tax. not by
so per cent, but by 100 per cent
with further increases due in 1916
end l949.
If anything on earth is politi-
cally certain, it is that there VIII
be tremendous pressure TO cancer
those increases in payroll taxes as
they fall due. If the action of the
House this spring is any criterion.
the increases won't be voted. And
II goes without saying, of course
that benefit payments won't be
cut.
Which will mean that the old
age insurance system will cease to
pay for itself long before 1855
which is the point at which pay
ments will exceed collections even
if all the increases are voted as
scheduled
When that happens the govern
ment can do one of two things:
provide new taxes-income taxes,
sales taxes, or what-not-to make
up the difference or borrow
money for it.
Which somehow makes the day
of reduced taxes and a balanced
budget look awfully remote.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

'ible bOtch of this Even the Holly.
wood camermen avoid it, except
when absolutely necessary. Panor-
manic shots are hard on the eyes.
and are practically always jumpy
If you take a Panorama expo
sure, don't swing back again 1t is
cetter tC get the same effect by
taking distance picture, then
moving up closer, and by a series
1Cf short shots get the picture all
. in.
2. In travel pictures. make the
Speople incidental to the back
ground. This is especially true if
tthe people photographed are mem.
berS of your own family. The rea-
son? Yor clothes will soon be out
of style and the pictures old-fash-
iCned. If the attention of the au.
dlence is centered on you and
Aunt Frieda, the audience will
laugh and will fail to get the
background value. If you must
appear in the pictures. do so in
frequently. and then in close-ups.
when it will really mean some
thing.
Remember, when selecting a
subject or background, that
your camera has but one eye and
can't see as much as you can. You
can see four sides of a room. Your
camera can't Select carefully
what the camera is to see.
B. Use build up shorts" That
is know what your climax is and
build UP to it, Mr.. Emo gave az
an example patron of his from
West Virginia who goes each year
to Alaska to hunt. He wrote him:
Build up to your dead bear. He
Is your climax. These scenes can
be made after you have killed
him, if necessary. Take pictures
Of him while he is still alive. If
that isn't possible, get a picture
of another bear, Have pictures
taken Of your feet as you walk
through the grass. I'll use them TO
indicate your walk from your
camp to where you shot the bear.
There should be a picture of you
raising your gun. This can be
posed aflerward, but be sure to
get it. In other words. use build
up shots"
4. When assembling your pic
lures, don't forget about the aud
ience. Assemble scenes in this |
order: Long shots, medium shots. |
.lc5e-ups.
B. Use an exposure meter. par
icularly when travelling. You may |
be good at judging light in your
,Wn home town. but miss it in
Cairo, Egypt. The exposure for
,olcr films must be right. or the
pictures viii be worthless.
6. When you photograph peo.
de, do SO while they are in ac-
ion. If you don't they will feel
awkward and look silly. Try to
ind novel things for them TO do;
u better, funny things. For in
stance, trying TO catch a frisky
icg with a shoe in its mouth.
If you will follow these six simple
'ules, according TO Mr.. Emo, you
ill improve your vacation pictures
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
TCday's Horoscope

If your birthday is today, be pre-
pared for some minor annoyances
in the year to come. Steady prog.
reSS will be yours, however. Be
careful in dealing with your cor
respondents and also be cautious
in your love affairs. A child born
on this date will oe fond of case
and luxury. Through this tendency
he or she may be lured into awk-
ward situations.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Famous Sayings
Grab Bag
One Minute Test

OHc Niihute lest
l. What, in railroad slang, is
the "old girl?
2. BY what family name was the
reigning house of England known
before the World war?
3. How many teeth Constitute a
full set for an adult?
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
thoughts for the Day

Absaom said moreover oh that I made judge
in the land. that every man which hath any suit
cause might unto me, and I would do him
iusticel-II Samuel l5.4
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

his six rules for
making good anna.
teur films.
Well. here are
Ralph r. Eno's
six rules which
ne guarantees
will help you
make better home
movies:
l. Don't take
panoramic shots.
! The average anna
lteur makes a hor-
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
re Telling Me-

The man at the next desk says
you must say this in behalf of nu-
dists. They never appear under false
colorS.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Dale
Carnegie

Yesterday I tod you how a
wallpaper salesman became an
outstanding authority on making,
itling, and cutting Is millimeter
Inns for amatuers. / promised YOU
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Hints on Etiquette

HhtS on Ehquttte
Very ill-bred is the person who
talks in a loud voice. dominating
the conversation. and giving no
one else chance to express him
self.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

The next European crisis. say in
siders, will take place July Is. Say,
doesn't Hitler or Mussolini ever take
vacations?
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

ArcheologiSts have uncovered
ruins of an ancient city believed
to be the Pittsburgh of Palestine"
But they aren't sure. They haven't
discovered any petritied smoke.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Barbs-

Spectacles, we read, nc longer arc
hindrance to woman who wish
es to have a career. How about
those who seek careers as bathing
beauties?
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

There are many benefits to be
gained from dancing, according to
a noted terpsichore teacher. That's
right-for instance. while you are
out on the floor some other fellow
night be getting the check
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

Before practicing on a saxophone
Il is best to first practice seclusion.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

One Minute Test Answers
|. The railway locomotive.
2. SaXe-Coburg and Gotha. now
Windsor.
3. Thirty two.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

Arrested speeder in 1maha. Neb.,
won leniency by st%.iag. Z ought
to go to Jail" We nC,,lGr t advise
you, however, to try it on your
policeman.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30
Words of lViSdOm

Nothing can be truly great which
is not right.-JohnSon.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

Jokes about the government are
banned in Italy. Evidently II Duce
does not believe in the freedom OF
the WheeZe.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

1t is estimated there are 100000
bay fever sufferers in the United
States. That's a number not to be
sneezed at.
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

MEMBER
American Newspaper
Publishers
Association
Imperial Valley press., 1939-06-30

"A neW subscription is one OBJ
tanned from a person who has not
taken either one of these newspa-
pers during the past 80 days!
See your friends or relatives
and get them to subscribe to
either the Post or Press, or if
they already take one of these
papers, persuade them to pay
1926 in advance for a 6 months
renewal.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04
ASKOV

A baby girl arrived last Thursday
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Herluf
p. Rasmussen.
Carl Dixen and family moved back
to the old farm home one mile north
of town, Sunday.
Chr. Hyldahl, Geo. c. H. Jensen
and Svend Petersen were in Duluth
Saturday evening to attend the 47th
anniversary celebration of the Du-
luth Danish Brotherhood lodge, at
which the latter was one of the
speakers.
in st. Paul Saturday to visit their
son, Elliott, at the Gillette hospital
They went down again early Tuesday
when Elliott was operated upon at
$3.50 o'clock in the morning. A tumor
the size of a dove egg was removed
from Elliott's spine and if no infec-
ton sets in he should regain much OF
his normal health and strength in
three to four weeks.
In renewing his subscription to the
Askov American, Jens c. Jensen,
formerly of the Variety Store, now
at Pasadena, Calf, sends greetings to
old friends here. Mr.. Jensen is stead
lily employed as painter-weather
conditions are such that they can do
outside work most of the time. Lit
tie" Jens, as he was popularity called
here, recently had the misfortune to
fall from a ladder onto cement drive
below and in so doing sprained his
left wrist and two fingers on the right
hand but otherwise landed gently and
without injury.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04
The Church And
The Community
BY REV. jobs. KNUDSEN

In front of the main post office in
Minneapolis is monument with the
figures of three persons, young man
standing between an old man with
a gun and a woman with a baby in
her arms.
The figure of the young man is
especially striking and inspiring. 1t
is sturdy, well-built, work-clad man
in his best years, perhaps the early
thirties. The erect figure is projected
slightly to the front, protecting the
woman who with tender confidence
seems to follow his leadership. His
lowered hand is curled up as if he was
ready for action, and although he is
unarmed he gives more of protec-
tive impression than the old man with
the gun.
But it is his face which draws the
attention. The forehead is high and
clear. The eyes have dreamy ex-
preston as if he was looking far into
the future with a vision of grand
things, but the dreaminess blends into
a keen watchfulness which carefully
lllS OOSldSlCS tlldI die W NC
overcome. A faint smile witches
the corners of the lips to leave the
impression that life is grand lark
and that dangers and difficulties are
only present to demonstrate the skill
of overcoming them, but the tight
ness of the lips and the firmness of
the jaw show that a firm resolve and
a steady will have mapped course
which must be followed.
The monument is erected to the
memory of those who built our coun-
try, the pioneers. 1t helps us re-
member not only the people but also
their characteristics. And it leaves
us with the desire to be like those
of our forebearers. We still have
pioneering to be done, and if we are
in a different situation than they
were, we nevertheless are as much
in need of their qualities as ever be-
FORE We are tempted to become dis
couraged and dependent and we need
to lift our heads high with courage,
independence and will-power.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

to prepare the beds is to remove ID
to 18 inches of soil and mix it with
decayed plant or animal refuse, such
as leafmold, peatmoss, or compost
Add to this three pounds of complete
high-test plant food for each 100
square feet, and return the mixture
to the bed. A deeply prepared bed
insures the future success of the
roses in your garden.
In the North Central states where
the winters are early and severe, roses
should be planted in spring, but in
warmer sections fall is ideal In
spring get plants into the soil as early
as possible, for in many states spring
comes on with rush, and the tops
of the young rose bushes dry before
the new shoots start. If you must de-
lay planting, mound soil around the
lower part of the plant for protec-
ton.
Rose bushes are sold in much the
same condition in which they're dug
from the field. Some of the tops will
be cut back, but it's usually neces-
sary to give them additional pruning
before setting them out. Remove all
weak shoots and cut back the strong
canes to eight or nine inches long.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

soft blue is as good color harmon
izer as the sky above, and its lacy,
gray-green leaves make good foliage
variety. Best of all it is self-sowing
and plants of all ages keep up an
unbroken cycle of bloom from May
to October.-Rose Marie Nielsen, Mass.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04
New Roses.

Star-Gold blooming bush rose
is first of sub-zero bush roses. With
stood % to 80 degrees below zero
and bloomed normally the following
summers.
Golden-Glow climber is very hardy,
vigorous and free-blooming. A good
pillar rose.
New class called Floribunda Roses.
Especially adapted to mass planting
and garden decorations in all climates
Exceptionally hardy, constant bloom
ing. Resembles Polyanthas, but the
individual flowers are large and per-
fectly formed while the Polyanthas
are small lowered.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04
Gardeners Nook
BY GARDEN CLUB EDITOR
A Mothers Garden

Dear God, long for power to create
Good soil for youth, committed to
my care.
And, in my eagerness to cultivate
Enduring plants of vigor, firm and
fair;
1 pray that I may harm no tender
shoots
Of genius, lurking there concealed
from me;
Or dampen joy in bearing splendid
fruits
OF talent and originality.
May they be warmed by an illumin-
ing sun
Of tolerance; soothed by the gentle
rain
Of wisdom; and sustained by faith
Who tempers winds of sorrow and of
pain.
All gardeners strive for growth, up
right and tall.
A mothers garden is the best of ALL!
Florence West.
There are five principal types of
garden roses-Tea roses, Polyantha
roses, Hybrid Perpetuals, Hybrid Teas
and Florabunda roses.
The Hybrid Perpetuals comprise
an older group which were crossed
with the Teas to produce the more
popular and up-to-date group known
as Hybrid Teas.
The main conditions which should
be satisfied to grow nearly all types
of roses are:
l. Good light conditions-Few rose
species or varieties tolerate dense
shade. They're primarily sun-loving
plants. Don't attempt to make a
rose garden where full sunlight isn't
available at least half of the day.
That doesn't mean that they may
not be benefited by slight or partial
shade; in fact, many of the better
garden varieties are improved by hav-
ing little shade, particularly in the
late afternoon.
2. Proper moisture conditions-Few
roses are adaptable to very dry, hot
situations, preferring slightly moist
soil but good drainage. Roses never
thrive with wet feet. Where sandy
or gravel subsoils are present, drain
age is ordinarily good. If clay or
hardpan exists, install a system of
tile drains to carry off excess water.
Under less severe conditions, it'll
help to remove "a inches of soil from
the beds and place 6 to 8-inch layer
of coarse gravel in the bottom. Rails
ing the level of the beds above the
level of the surrounding area will
also help, especially in gardens which
are low-lying.
3. A well-prepared soil-Roses do
well in almost any soil, light sand to
heavy clay. You don't need a special
soil. But soil preparation is rather
important. Probably the best way
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

NEW TRUCKING SERVICE by Fed
Grated Cooperative Trucking As
ISOLATION of Askov. Trips to market
weekly; livestock picked up at your
place, SOC per cwt. for cattle and
hogs; 4Oc per cwt. for calves and
sheep. List at any cooperative in
Askov.-J. P. Madsen, manager.
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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR -Shuey's Registered MINI.
No. Is seed corn. Plant Shuey's
seed corn for your 1889 crop and
get the benefits of many years of
seed corn breeding This seed is
all registered by the Minnesota
Crop Improvement Association,
University Farm, st. Paul. Purity,
100%; termination, 98b. No. /,
$2.25 per bushel; Large Rounds,
SITS per bushel.-Farmers Ex-
change, Pine City, or call at Shuey
Farm. 58W32-tf
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE OR TRADE-Twelve head
Dakota horses, all good workers
and sound. Two matched teams,
six and seven years. Priced very
reasonable or will trade for live
stock.-J. P. Madsen, mile west,
ASkoV. 34W26-tf
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE-Lumber, oak wagon
poles, reaches, oak posts, wagon
holsters, nails and hardware.-An-
drew Youngbauer, Rutledge.
25w31-6t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE-Allis-Cha 22-38
thresher, just like new. Also 1880
Allis-Chalmers tractor with pneu-
matte tires. These are both bar
gains and will sell separately or
together-W. F. Johnson, " mile
east of Rush City. 36W34-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

WANTED-Young dog; one that will
be good watch dog preferred-E.
Melberg, at old Benson farm, Du-
quette. 25W34-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

S. c. w. LEGHORN BULLETS, guar
anteed $50, Sl4 per 100. Until May
IL, Leghorns, $5.75 per 100; heavy
breed, $3.50 per 100 at the hatch
cry. Custom Matching, &c per hen
egg, SIC per turkey egg.-Halvor-
son Poultry Farm & Hatchery,
Sandstone. 41W34-tf
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04
A True Blue Flower.

The indispensable plant for the
hardy border is the Blue Flax (Linum
perenne). Have dozens of it. Its
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

WANTED-Spruce pulpwood and
hardwood ties. For best prices
write Blackjack Timber & Tie Co.,
Moose Lake. 25w27-9t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE OR TRADE-A large
selection of mich cows always on
hand, fresh and coming fresh, all
breeds. See me before you buy.
Turn east in Sturgeon Lake, 60
miles.-Vern Anderson. Bonded
and licensed dealer. 38w18-tf
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE-Small Chester White
pigs and rs bushels Green Noun
tain potatoes.-Alfred Martinson,
Rt. 1, Box 18, Sturgeon Lake.
25w34-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

Boyer tilhorende Dansk Lasering
bedes indsendt snarest mulig til Mrs.
Chr. Sorensen eller Carl Moller.
-Komiteen.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE OR TRADE-A few head
of horses including a well matched
team. All horses sound and gentle.
Also have a few sets of used har-
ness. 1t will pay you to see me
before you buy.-Vern Anderson,
Sturgeon Lake. 41W30-tf
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE-Two small pigs, seven
weeks old. Choice of six.-Laddie
Chodora, Willow River. 25w34-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

FOR SALE-A load of North Dakota
farm horses and mares, some mares
in foal, ages 4 and up, weight 100
to 1900 pounds. These horses are
well broke and gentle. Fresh horses
weekly. Horses may be seen at
Hans Jepsen's barn, Sandstone.
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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

Y. P. S. meeting Sunday evening,
May 7, in the church basement.-Sec.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

PISTON RINGS, gaskets,
distributor parts, automobile Access
series of all kinds are carried in
large quantities and sold at lowest
possible prices at Gamble Store
Agencies, Home of Crest Tires"
at Sandstone, Hinckley, Pine City.
35W34-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

mediterranean loan, storage
plan, outright buying, sacks fur
nished. For market information
see c. c. Hanson, Barnum Cream
cry Company, Barnum. 25w34-2t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1939-05-04

MATERIAL-Apple and
plum trees, recommended varieties,
heavy caliper trees each Soc; 3 for
$2.25; 10 for 81. Chinese elm,
straight stems, 6-8 it., Use; 80
it., ST.; American elm, 6-8 it., Csc;
chestnut, 6-8 it,, $3.50. Large
stock of fine shrubs, roses, peren-
mails, evergreens. Gladiolus bulbs,
Csc and 35c per doz. Fine stock of
bedding plants. Come and look
them over.-Ferndale Nursery,
ASkoV. 66W34-1t