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Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
The Dickinson County
Herald
Published every Thursday
by the
Cliat~oo1 ololishins Co.
Clintwood, Va.
Carnival Pays Large
Dividends

The FINLAND Carnival which
sprawled on the school grounds
during the past week paid other
dividends in addition to the whole
some entertainment for the citi-
zens Of Dickinson County, and
we wish to reiterate that all Off
Gals concerned in giving permits
sion for the encampment on the
school grounds should feel that a
great public service has been rem
dered.
Not only were the classrooms
of the school building used as
toilets, but food for these high
class itinerant entertainers was
provided in the form of fresh
vegetable from the garden that
the home economics girls and agri-
culture boys had produced for
winter use at the home economic
cottage.
Citizens were urged to cooper
ate fully in protecting school
property during a commencement
address, but yet someone in au-
thority, whoever it may be, has
made the school ground and facili-
ties an ideal location for "high
Glass; carnivals.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
To The Voters Of
Dickinson County

1t has been rumored in the
county that | have failed to put
on the "Certihed List a num-
Der of voters w h O have paid
their poll taxes. | handled about
1900 names, but it | have failed
to report any person it was an
oversight. I would not deprive
any qualified voter of his vote
even though | knew ne would
vote against me, and | take this
opportunity to say thatif there
is anyone in this county who
has paid their poll tax, If they
will come to my Office and pro
duce their receipt it will be a
pleasure for me to add them to
the corrected or court copy.
WIN. Nc ALL, Treasurer
Dikenson County.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Telephones

The United States, with only per
cent of the worlds population Of
1000, 900, 900 persons, has IS, 500, 900
telephones, or more than half the
worlds total OF 81, 093. 080. Germany
has but 3.431. 900, Great Britain.
2,791 900 and France / ,431, 600. Brit
ish India, China and Russia, which
together have half the eartn's popu-
lation, have only three-fourths as
many telephones as New York city.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
CeIlOphane Luncheon Sets

Luncheon sets of glistening white
cellophane woven with bright col
ored yarns are among the new table
conceits which are both charming
and practical. The yarn is woven
to give the effect of stripes and the
sets may be had in blue and white,
green and white and red and white.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Music i'm the Meadow

Gas-bloated cows need no longer
be painfully punctured with pitch
forks. An aluminium safety valve
invented by DR.. P J. Christensen
of Bennington, Neb.. may be insert
ed permanently in "Bossy's' side,
permitting her to expel the danger
Gus gas with musical whistle!
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
SeIf-POIiShillg Pans

Acid foods, when cooked in alumni
mum, often leave the metal bright.
They remove dark iron and lime
deposits from other foods previous
ly cooked in the pans. Scientists
state this is natural process and
entirely harmless to the food and
to the pans.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Vacant Seat Filled

There were 200 seats in the hall
in which Congressman Ambrose j.
Kennedy made political speech in
Baltimore The hall was filled to
capacity but for one seat. During
the speech a 12-pound light fixture
suddenly crashed down from the
ceiling. 1t landed in the vacant seat.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13

The Bank Of the Manhattan Com.
pany was founded in New York city
in 1899 and is still operating under
its original charter, and at the same
address. The land on which the
bank stands then cost $3l1 600; to-
day the owner of the building on
that land pays the bank an annual
rental of $500, 900.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
DOLIT ICAL
j Announcements
George w. Stone
For Supervisor

To the Voters of
Willis District:
| hereby announce myself a
candidate for the office of Super
visor of Willis District, subject
to the will of the voters.
would have placed my name
before the Democratic conven-
ton at Haysi on Feb. 4, but
was away at the time and was
informed that district candi-
dates would be nominated in
June. 1889 for the Nov. election.
Your help and influence will
be appreciated regardless o f
your party affiliations.
GEORGE w. STONE.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Farm Machinery Sales

Farm Machinery Sales
Tractors amounted to ~ per cent
of farm equipment sales in the Unit
ed States in 1886 and 1887 in con-
trast with only 27.2 per cent in 1925.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Americas Egg Production.

Enough eggs are produced in this
country to supply approximately 236
a year to each man, woman and
child, according to the department
of agriculture.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Claude A. Swanson

In the death of Secretary of the
Navy Claude A. Swanson on July
7, the Old Dominion lost one Of
her most distinguished sons.
Secretary Swanson had the fine
distinction Of serving his native
state in the role of representative,
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
1000 Words for Average

The average man has vocabu-
larry of 1000 to 10000 words, while
the man in skilled occupations has
approximately 10000 words in his
vocabulary.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13

One would exepect to see some
dependency ana sullen looks on
the faces of the inmates of the
State ePnitentiary. But you don't
see it. They have about the same
appearance we would expect from
a group Of factory hands. would
not exactly recommend it, howev-
er, as desirable residence.
ITO people have taken a final
seat in the electric chair. The
place where the feet rest is scar
red. One wonders about those
shuffling feet.
The wagon comes up to the
door, and an even dozen men,
handcuffed in pairs, come in. Thew
carry pitiable little bundles, and
a look of hopeless fear is on their
faces. Before long they will be
busy at work, resigned to the
years that stretch ahead Major
Youell is doing a good job.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Freemartin

A freemartin is a female calf
which is born as twin to male
calf. Freemartins are sexually i'm
perfect.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Gasoline Cheaper
perfect

Gasoline is 80 per cent cheaper
throughout the nation than it was
is years ago, says the American
Petroleum Industries committee.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Mountain Cold and High

Africa's highest mountain is Kill
manjaro, a name derived from xiii
ina" (mountaim and "njaro,"
demon supposed to cause cold.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Canals

The 500 canal is the greatest wa.
terway gate in the world carrying
more than four times the tonnage of
the famed Suez canal.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Where Auto Bows to Mule

Where Auto BOWS to Mule
The rim of the Grand Canyon may
be explored by motor car, but the
descent to the floor and to the river
must be made on mule back.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13

Most Popular National Park
In 1888 the Shenandoah National
park had a greater number of tour
lists than any other national park.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Sky Writing

Sky writing was invented in the
World war as signaling method.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13
Southwest
Virginia
lnCarcerated
BY E. R. Beverly
from page one

from page one
near two thousand prisoners are
received there each year. He
thinks that one-fourth of them
should never have been sentenced
and that a good probation sys-
tenn should be enacted into law
He tells of three boys, who, having
taken a drink, cut off cows
tail. They got three years apiece
for it. He says that cows tail cos.
the state Of Virginia over a thou
sand dollars.
Dickenson County herald. [volume] (Clintwood, Va.) 1939-195?, 1939-07-13

The Stanley boy from the Brush
Greek section is helping make au-
tomobile license tges in the peni-
tertiary.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
Too Much to Eat?
(New York Times)

CNew York Times)
 In 1898 Sir William Crookes predicted world shortage of wheat by 1881 He thought this calamity might be postponed but not averted, if cheap way were found for extracting nitrogen from the air for fertilizer The cheap way found. In 1881, for lhis among other reasons, there was world wheat surplus of 400000000 bushels. This year according
 to the estimate of the International Institute of Agr- culture there will be surplus of 1140O0000o bushels by July l. Just now the world over we are producing four bushels for every three bushels eat. Wrestling with this problem at the London meet ing of the International Wheat Advisory Committee, delegates from twenty ytwo nations found solution The Australian members suggested that such foods as tomatoes and other vegetables be raised in greater quantities In reply it pointed out that some countries. such France, weren't eating enough wheat Switzerland proposed "a universal import restriction on vegetable fats" Farmers would then could feed their cereals these amable animals Delegates from the Netherlands and other countries retorted that such plan would glut the beef and veal market and hurt the producers of vegetable fats.
 The truth is that world agriculture is suffering from almost every possible ailment countries trying to be self-sufficient raising wheat land which ought to be devoted other uses Germany and per-
 aps other countries going in for erSatz pro- ducts in big way of productive soils are wearing out that it costs to grow crops on them; finally, for great variety of the i worlds eating habits are changing
 Old people eat less than young people, and the worlds civilized populations are aging Heavy labor is being taken over by machines, and machine tender may eat third less than his father who worked with pick, shovel, axe, saw or hammer Interesting shifts in food consumption took place almost every where after the World War. In this country are eating less cereal food more sugar. fruit more milk, vegetables. Until Hitler came along to teach the superior nutritve qualities of guns and bombing planes, postwar Germany consuming less rye and potatoes, eggs, butter and sugar
 twice many oranges. three times many bananas as before 1914. The period of Weimar and Locarno pretty good in all countries far eating went
 It was good for people with food to sell well for
 those who wanted to buy: half dozen little countries
 in Central Europe peacefully exporting increased quantities of butter and eggs, and faroff New Zealand
 was using improved refrigeration devices place its dairy products in the European market
 I All this has been changed People are as hungry
 as everin myriads of tragcaly near starvation
 but the purchasing power that might have gone for
 food has gone for less edible goods There no simple solution What be sure of is that trade wars
 real wars and all other nterferences with the natural
 flow of goods to and fro the world hideousy opposed to any solution whatever any worldwide plenty, any lasting peace.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
Bob" Bartlett, Alaskas New Secretary
{ Fairbanks News Miner

AlaskanS can congratulate themselves having capable and energetic young Alaskan for Secretary of the Territory E. L. Bob Bartlett the new incun- bent, confirmed Friday by the United States Senate MT Bartlett doubtless will discharge his duties with dignity and ability.
 As an Alaskan of lifelong residence and holder ol supsantal interests in the Territory and years of experience in private and public life none can accuse nm of not knowing or being devoted to his Alaska
 Coming of pioneer stock there is not phase of Alaskan life or conditions with which he is not ac- qualnted His years of experience in the newspaper Held and service for period as Secretary to Alaska $ DelegaIe at Washlngt ton, and member of the Unem- ploynent Board and other public services have given him an intimate Knowledge that stands him well in stead in his new office
 As miner, he famiarized himself with major industry oi the Territory A good mixer always af- lape ana courteous MT. Bartlett measures up to his new position in way no non-AIaskan could have hoped to do.
 faHoanks, his home town and other Alaskan communities may depend upon it that they have a dleo loyaI and capable Alaskan representing them m the important position ranking second only to that oi the Governor of the Territory
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
DAILY LESSONS
 IN ENGLISH
By w. L. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Do not say, We had glorious time" Say, We had a delightful time" Glorious means illustrious, grand, noble. "He related many glorious deeds of this hero"
 Often Mispronounced: Cuckoo Pronounce kook-oo, first co as in cook, second co as in too, accent first syllable.
 Often Misspelled: Souvenir Ob- serve the four vowels.
 Synonyms. Doubt ul, dubious, equivocal, questionable, uncertain, undetermined.
 Word Study: Use a word three times and it is yours. Let us in- crease our vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Today's wore: : Sinew; that which supplies strength or power Pronounce sin-u, as in sin, u as in cube, accent first syll- able). "The bodies of men, muni- tions, and money, may justly be called the sinews of war.''-Sir w. Raleigh.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

his two companions was not found until B years later The Andree party was camped small Arctic island had plentiful food, good health and warm clothing. when death overlook them By a study of Andrees diary and of the campsite which was still we'll preserved when it discovered in 1880 during search for remains of the Mobile balloon expedition Of 1928 Stefansson concludes that the men died from carbon monoxide gas which filled their tent while they were cooking with a kerosene stove.
 "Unsolved Mysteries of the Arctic, whether or not the reader agrees with Steanssons conclusions contains great deal of good reading It is published by the Macmillan Company New York
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
FEDERAL POWER CoMMIs.

FEDERAL r Q w E R COMMIS- SION. Washington, D C. Public mo- tice is hereby given. pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Power Act t16 use. 791 -825r), that Vincent Soboleff of Angoon, Alaska, as trus- tee for the owners of the Hidden Falls Lumber Mills of Hidden Falls, Alaska, has applied for license for the hydroelectric project designated as No. 1902 at the outlet of Hidden Falls Lake upon an unnamed stream at Kasnyka Bay on the east shore of Baranoff Island, Chatham Straits, Alaska, formerly licensed to John R. Maurstad of Killisnoo, Alaska, and consisting of dam, Hume, penstock, pipe lines, and four water wheels capable of developing an approxi- mate total of 262 horsepower all used for the operation of the Hidden Falls Lumber Mills. Any protest against >the approval of this ap- plication or request for hearing thereon, with the reasons therefor and the name and address of the party or parties thereto, should be submitted before February 28, 1889 to the Federal Power Commission, Washington, D. c. By order of the Commission: Leon M Fuquay, Sec retary.
 Firet niihIica tiop Ian od 1oao
 Last publication, Feb. l4 1889.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
eHoroscobe The stars incline
 but do not compel"
WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY 8. 1889

WEDNESDA1 FEBRUARY S. lySS
 According to astrology this should be fairly fortunate day. In the early morning the stars encourage the signing of contracts including those between labor and industrial leaders.
 There is sign inimical to em- ployees and threatening to the best interests of employers The winter will bring much suffering to certain ' classes of workers.
 Manufacturer of motor cars are to profit through an extraordinary demand for heavy trucks. Owners of automobiles will increase in great numbers.
 This is promising date for law yers. physicians and members oi other learned professions. Need oi wise planning in everyday affairs ] will be recognized.
 Old age pensions are to be slight ly increased in certain states but extravagant standards of compen- ! sation will be ignored. The stars ap- pear to presage practical help that will not encourage idleness among families belonging to pensioners
 Care of the health is stressed as astrologers forecast many sudden deaths among prominent persons Diseases affecting the lungs are likely to be unusually prevalent.
 As machinery eliminates man power in many factories there is to be opportunity for trained hands in new industries This year is tc be noteworthy for its advancement in the development of new vacations
 The evening should be auspicious }for conferences and discussions of public questions. Governors of states east and west will confront serious problems affecting human welfare Fame is to come to an American woman who does to accuse men oi the insanity of promoting wars Peace movements will multiply with little chance of making any lasting impression upon international af- 1 fairs.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of a year of ups and downs They should be careful about business associates. Care of the health is especially enjoined
 Children born on this day may be endowed with keen minds and high ideals. The subjects of this sign of Aquarius are usually observant and inclined to De critical They usually attain success.
 Copyright. 1939)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
LOOK and LEARN
By A. C. Gordon

l. Which of the five vowels does not form the initial letter of any of the United States?
 ?. Who was the last President of the U. s. to be born in New England? :?
 3. What is an animal that has no backbone called?
 4. Which language has the larg- est vocabulary?
 5. What are the seven degrees of charity, as given by Thomas Aquin- as? ANSWERS l. The letter ''e"
 ?. Calvin Coolidge, in Vermont. B. An invertebrate. A. English
 5. Feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, clothing the naked, ransoming the captive, shell tering the homeless, visiting the sick and burying the dead
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
M o D E R N ETIQUETTE z
By Roberto Lss

o. When there is some item on the menu which one does not under stand, is it all right to ask the wait CT what it is?
 A. Yes. Only a timid person would hesitate to do so.
 Q. What should person say when being introduced to someone whom he has met previously?
 A. T think I met MT. Marshall several months ago"
 Q. Is it proper for one to use a telephone to acknowledge receipt of gift?
 A. No, it is not good form.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
Oops
Philadelphia Record)

Alas for the myth of the frugal, penny wat tchmg budget balancing New Englander Governor George D Aiken, of Vermont who was trundled out recently as an authentic Coolidge type politician has made mistake of Sl 100000 in the State budget
 Governor Aiken recently scrambled up on a ped- esta especially constructed for him by the conservative press and proceeded to pose buwark against Fed eral spending. He was actually opposing the construc- ton of dam at Union Village Vt
 The reams of favorable publicity Governor Aiken mas been receiving Tor this stunt rudely in- tefupted by an examination of the budget he present ca to the Vermont Legislature. It showed surplus of S6532l2 but on closer examination this turned out to be deficit of $586000
 Tut tut Governor you'll never do hero oi the budget balancers. Even the New Dealers can add
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN
 ELECT OFFICERS ATA
 SESSION LAST NIGHT

Election of officers was held at last nights meeting of the Demo- cratic Womens Club of Gastineau Channel, held in the Parish Hall of Trinity Cathedral, with Mrs. Will liam A. Holzheimer reelected as president.
 Other officers elected include: Mrs. |C. P. Jenne, first Vice President; Mrs. Oscar Olson, Second Vice Pre- sident Mrs Kenneth Junge, Sec retary; Mrs. Alice Coughlin. Treas urer. Members of the executive board are Mrs C. E. Rice, Mrs. Walter
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

John Roosevelt employed in Boston department store, has been promoted from the basement to the nth floor That makes t time for wisecracks about now t impossible to keep Roosevelt from rising in he world
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
Wh0t Is Yonr News l. O.? By The AP Feature Service

Each question counts 20, each part ot q ttDo-pdrt question, 10. A score of 60 IS fair, 80. good.
 l. Identify this Roosevelt
 2. The U. s. postoffice depart. ment made money during 1888 True or false?
 3. How old is the youngest member of congress? The old est?
 4. What two railroads are causing serious diplomatic dis putes?
 5. What new post has former Gov. Frank Murphy of Mich- igan?
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Mussolini and Chamberlain express determination to follow policies aimed at maintenance Of peace says the news With two such marksmen taking aim the target had better dodge brlsky when the shooting starts
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Colorado legislator introduces bill that would require prisoners in the penitenary to pay for their board and lodging. Make the rates high enough ana the place will go into receiyershp for lack of paron- age
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Chicago man and wife hoped for daughter aud got three Why didn't they hope for twins and put us ahead Of Canada?
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Hellan and Mrs. Elmer A. Friend.
 During the evening Mrs. Lola Mae Alexander, accompanied at the pi- ano by Mrs Carol Beery Davis, sang several selections. An interesting in- terview was carried on by Mrs Friend and Mrs Coughlin on mat ters pertaining to Unemployment Compensati tion."
 In charge of the social part of the evening was the following com mittee: Mesdames C. Fox Frank Boyle, Oscar Olson and Alice Cough lin.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Today's News Toosy.-Emplre.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
sHGpty
 Birthday

The Empire eTtendS congratuld- lions and best t0ishes today, their birthday anniUersarr o tue tolloan- ing:
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07

Answers on Page Six)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-02-07
on YEARS AGO LO Yron THE EMPIRK
FEBRUARY ', 1919

A. H. Ziegler, well known Juneau lawyer. recently discharged from the United States Naval service, left Juneau for Ketchikan where he was to open law office.
 James E. Wilson, Territorial Road Commissioner for the Third Divis- ion. arrived in Juneau He was con- Sulting with Major w H Waugh, Capt John zugg and Lieut.. S. L. Carter, the Alaska Board of Road Commissioners. with reference to road work in the Third Division
 Hal E. Bishop of Behrends Store had taken an apartment at the Bergmann Hotel. where he was to reside during the absence of his wife who was visiting in the south.
 Alvin Weathers and P. L. Viles were stopping at the Bergmann and were completing preparations for tlse halibut season. planning to leave soon for the banks.
 J. NJ Morrison was an arrival on the Alameda and was registered at the Bergmann MT Morrison came out from Nome and was to remain in Juneau for a time
 Glen Bartlett and A. Morley were made new members of the Elks Lodge at the Past Exalted Rulers Night Those taking part in the. ceremonies were: Charles D. Gar field, N L. Burton William Dickin- son. Claude Ericson, Harry E. Biggs. and Barney Rosselle.
 A. P. LuXton the Crown Counsel for Canada, looking after the Prime ess Sophia wreck investigation. wired the Governors office that the hear ing on the wreck was to be held in Juneau during the latter part of the month.
 Weather: Highest 33 lowest 25; light snow.