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The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
ALASKA PUTS IN A WORD

Tine Juneau Chamber of Commerce reply to the Sattery report clear statement of the Alaska at tude toward colonization of the Territory: for develop ment; against importation of settlers who would become charge on the public
 Every Alaskan should read the full statement In it. Chairman H L. Faulkner and his committee were careful to distinguish between MT Slattery,s facts about Alaska for the gathering and publication of which he is given credit and his conclusions which every Alaskan will recognize as faulty Secretary Ickes and his Under Secretary are credited in the Chamber statement with good faith and earnestness in their desire to develop Alaska part of the Nation but they criticized fairly for suggesting methods which Alaskans recognize as unavoidable.
 If the effect of the Satery report because of it's painting of shade too bright picture of the imme diate possibilities for Alaskan development does the Territory harm, the Chamber report should go far toward doing it good The threat in report such as Slatterys lies not in what the author intends shall be done with Aaskas future; it is in how the people of the Nation-Congressme who make the laws for Alaska, citizens who know nothing about us except what they read hurriedly in the newspapers the employed and dissatisfied who might be tempted north by fools gold-read it.
 To correct impression given by the Slattery report, that Alaska has been standing still for many years and is standing still today the Juneau report cites the progress which has been made in the Terri tory in the past 20 years length of time brief in the upbuilding of a civilization and development of
 great Territory that it is referred to by the mttee as "a mere watch in the night" We who live here Alaska changing year by year. so rapidly that it becomes difficult to keep track of the progress throughout the Territory. Outside the general view held of Alaska is that it is still trackless wilderness disturbed only by occasional gold rush. The Sat- tery report does not do much correct this point of view.
 Considerable fault could be found with the actual method suggested by MT Slattey for the colonization of Alaska with European refugees The Alaska answer does not dwell at any great length that It strikes rather at the false premises and assumptions born enthusiasm in the document which is certain to be discussed in Congress in the future and to have a tremendous effect for good or evil on Alaska future
 Alaskans hope the Chamber statement will gain attention and publicity great that afforded the Slattery report To that end copies being printed in pamphlet form to be sent to Congressman and Government officials.
 Alaskans can well be proud of their reply to the slattery report and hope it will have the effect desired
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
UNEMPLOYMENT FALLING

Unemployment in the United States declined 43 percent August to a total of 9424000 persons, ac- cording to the estimates of the National Industrial Conference Board This is the lowest point reached since December 1887.
 It is important to notice that this improvement occurred in August before the actual outbreak of war and in spite of the depressing influence of the gather ing clouds on the markets and on future plans. This improvement in domestic business had been under way since May With the actual outbreak of war on the first of the present month indices of business activity which had been a rather even plane for about two months began to shoot up at remarkable rate. The presumption is, therefore, that a still greater decline unemployment has occurred since.
 There is nothing automatic about this increased employment however, even if the expected "war de- mand" materializes. Much will depend upon the economic policies pursued not only by the Admnis- ration but by private business and by labor If labor asks prematurey for wagerate increases or if bus- ness men make ill-advised price increases expanding volume of trade would be checked and the process of reemployment halted
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
DAILY LESSONS
 IN ENGLISH
By w. L. Gordon

Words Often Misused: Number IS singular or plural according to usage. "The number was increased to fifty" "A number of men were present"
 Often Mispronounced: Romance. Pronounce the O as in obey, as in man. and accent last syllable.
 Often Misspelled: Negro (singu- lar). Negroes (pluraD.
 Synonyms: Package, parcel, pack ct, bundle.
 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 word? Sophistry; deceptively subtle req soning or augmentation. tPro- nounce sof-is-tri, o as in odd), Her action is cowardly and no amount of sophistry will make me think differently" - John Gals worthy.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
 The stors incline
 but do not compel"
TUESDAY, OCTOBER IT

Early in the morning benefic as- poets rule today, but later adverse influences are active. This plane tary government is more fortunate for bankers and capitalists than fol business men or professionals. The evening is promising to labor lead CTS who should benefit through con ferences or meetings.
 Heart and Home: This is not a configuration conducive to romance Under this sway material things count for more than ideals. There may be deceit and dishonesty due to certain aspects which encourage the attainment of success at any cost.
 National Issues: Transportation problems will be of great concern in coming months. Trucking of freight will become more general than in the past. Increased size of vehicles and expansion of business will ere ate anxiety regarding the mainten- ance of the highways and their use by privately owned motor cars. Vest ern states will be involved in Q nationwide agitation to abate trans portation evils.
 International Affairs: The Italian government will now be affected by aspects causing caution and wari- ness. The pacts with Hitler will get careful weighing. The winter will be difficult for many subjects of European dictators. Economic pres sure will increase in all parts of the world.
 Persons whose birthdate it is have the augury of year of substantial gain in money. Legacies are, indi- cated for certain women Although incomes may increase, thrift should be practiced
 Children born on this day may be thoughtful and self contained. These subjects of Libra though difficult to direct are often of rare intelli- gence. Gk#
 Copyright. 1939)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
HELP THY NEICHBOR Telephone 713 or write
 The Alaska Territorial
 Employment Service
 for this qualified worker.

CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN POWDER MAN = Single, age 32. Three years experience as foreman n different projects. including time IS boss of road gang, blasting fore man, and one year as cement fore nan on large government project. Expert on use of blasting powder, which he studied at DuPont fac ory. Has first aid certificate. Has llso operated Diesel bulldozers and .as shovels. Fully qualified for any
 construction job. Best of references. ,call for ES T.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
2O YEARS "A! s, AGo .;;s,
OCTOBER Is, 1919

OCTOBER IS, 1919
 c. B. Dawson, president of the Deep Sea Salvage Company, came in on the tug J. M. Colman for sup plies. The Colman was to undergo repairs while in port. MT. Dawson reported that it would take ten more days to assemble the machin- cry to raise the Princess Sophia as planned.
 The Sanitary Grocery received a fine Dodge delivery truck which had been purchased through Thom- as McCaul, the Juneau agent for the Dodge Bros. automobiles.
 Capt c. H. Reese, for six years in charge of the Quartermaster's De- partment at Fort William Henry Seward, and Mrs. Reese, left for San Francisco on the City of Seattle, where MT. Reese was to be stationed
 MT and Mrs. Louis Moe were the proud parents of baby girl born at St. Ann's Hospital a few days previous.
 The Alaska Endicott Mining Con- pany has suspended active develop ment work for the season.
 J. s. Sawyer, engaged in the trans portation business between Ketchi- kan and Hyder, brought his launch Leela to Juneau for the purpose of procuring his annual license.
 A lively game of basketball was played between the high school girls and the teachers. The game finished with a score of to IT in favor of the teachers.
 Weather: highest 43, lowest 39, rain.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
MODERN ETIQUETTE By Roberta Lee

@. Isn't it a mark of good breed- ing when a stranger who is asked question extends courteous re- ply?
 A. Yes, decidedly so A well-bred person is always courteous in his manner of speech. AS the old pro- verb says, Civil, obliging language costs but little, and doth great deal of good"
 0. When man brings an unex- pected guest home to dinner, should the wife apologize for the scanty meal?
 A. Never. She should serve exact ly what she has on hand, without the least apology or embarrassment.
 Q. What is the minimum that one should tip a waiter in dining car?
 A. Fifteen to twenty-five cents.
 Try an Empire ad.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
LOOK and LEARN
 By A. c. Gordon

1. Where on a mans face do the most hairs grow?
 2. What great American author is said to have written his best work in bed?
 3. Which is the port side and which is the starboard of ship? 4. Who was the famous com moner who was ruler of England? 5. What city has been called the most northern southern city and the most southern northern city in the United States?
 ANSWERS
 1. The center of the chin. 2. Mark Twain.
 3. Port side, left; starboard, right. 4. Oliver Cromwell.
 5. Cincinnati, Ohio.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
I Tulane Sm ears
 Fordhanl
Forty -three Thousand Fans Get Thrill dt 50-
 Yard Sweep

NEW ORLEANS, La, Oct. 16. = Smearing constantly and threaten ing passing attack, Tulane defeat ed Fordham to 0 Saturday after noon before 43,000 thrilled specta- tors who saw the charging Wave brush aside the Rams for 50yard sweep to the games only touch down.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
BLUE STREAK
 T0MHARM0N
 SCORING MAN
Makes 20 Points for Mich igdn Against Seven
 for Iowa

ANN ARBOR, Mich, Oct. 16., ,- Darting, dodging and twisting up and down the chalklines like ballet dancer, Tom Harmon, Blue Streak from Gary, Ind, scored every point for Michigan last Saturday after noon with a crushing 20 to defeat over Iowa.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
NOTRE DAME
 NOT SO HOT
Southern Methodist Mus fangs Make Irish
 Hump 10 Win

SOUTH BEND, Ind, Oct. 16. = The Mustangs of Southern Metho- dist took Notre Dame for a wild ride last Saturday afternoon but at the finish the Irish held the whip hand by the close score of 20 to 19.
 Jack Sanders, big Mustang line man, failed to make the extra point on touchdown scored after a blocked Notre Dame punt
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
C0RNHU5kER5 AND CYCLONES BATTLE HARD
Fighting Iowa State. Pow erfuI Nebraska Put
 Up Good Fight

AMES, Iowa, Oct. 16.-The fight ing Iowa State Cyclones staged a heart-tingling finish last Saturday that could not quite catch the pow erful Nebraska as. the Cornhuskers ground out a 10 to victory in their drive to regain the Big Six cham pionship.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
CHICAGO U.
 HUMILIATED
 BY HARVARD

CHICAGO, IL, Oct. 16.-Harvard, showing an abundance of power and no mercy, overwhelmed the Univer- sity of Chicago last Saturday after noon with humiliating 6l to 0 de- feat.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
RUNS 45 YARDS
 FOR TOUCHDOWN
Purdue, with Four Minutes to Go, Makes Spurt
 10 Tie Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Oct. 16.- Mike Myelene, with four minutes of play remaining, popped through a tackle last Saturday afternoon and ran 45 yards for touchdown and 13 to B tie for Purdue with Min neSota.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

of the new Dalai Lama, Chinese boy of five who IS now on his way to the holy city of Lhasa picture caption in The Herald Tribune says: "rThe youth Will become the political ruler of millions of Lamas on reaching the age of 18' It is fine, nowadays to be able to speak with confidence of who will be ruler Of whom l3 years from Asia or most of Europe
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

Berlin is said to be planning to release French prisoners on the Western Front as token of goodwill Hltlers mextinguishable love for France threatens to become one of the great romances of history
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
eHGppy
 Birthday

The Empire extends consra'ulo- tions and 5est toishes tcdag, then birthday anni0ers-.y, to th' roe iotUing:
 OCTOBER Is
 Dave Housel
 Judge J. s. Truitt Mrs. Walter P. Scott
 John Winther Jr.
 Rose Cohen
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

pr Alexis Carrel, famed heart specialist has been called to military service. Maybe he will be detailed to make one for Hitler
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

United States of America, Terri tory of Alaska, First Judicial Division, ss.
 I, Norman Haley, Ca ashier of the above named bank, do solemn ly swear that the foregoing state ment is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
 NORMAN HALEY,
 Cashier. Correct Attest)
 P. H. Ganty,
 Director. (Notorial SeaD
 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 9th day of October, l939.
 w. H. MURRAY, Notary Public in and for the Ter ritory of Alaska. My commission expires November f5. f939
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16
Rex Mantz
 In Hospital

PULLMAN, Wash. Oct. l6. - Rex Mantz, Washington States fullback, who scored the teams winning touchdown against the University of Washington Saturday afternoon is in the hospital with an injured hip
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

Today's News Today Empire.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

California is named after an imaginary island figuring in an old-tiine romance.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1939-10-16

Try The Empire classsl.s.eds fo results.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Street FLOOR
REDUCTIONS

Us Slips, royon and silk sot-
ins, reg. 81 and So sl.5s
IS pcs. Lingerie, gowns, pom
ties, etc, reg. Sl.lo to S8.eS.
" price
43 Bouses, crepe, reg. 81, sse
Is BIouses, prints, erepes, ier-
seys, reg. So 6 S3.o5 Sl.9s
IS Sweaters, puIIovers and
cordieons, reg. So and
S3.95 --- $l.99
l43 Pojomos and Gowns. reg:
S2.2o ------$1.67
IS Knit Dresses, one and
two-piece, reg. S8.95 ond
SlO.o5 $500
5o Knit Frocks, chenille and
zephyr, reg. Sl4.e5 to
S16.95 SS.99
IS Knit Frocks, jersey ond
zephyrs, reg. S5.e5 to
S8.95 -- Sl.99
80 prs. Fabric Gloves, kid
trims, reg. 81 and sl.5O 6se
l4o prs. Hosiery, four threod,
stretch tops, reg. 8oe 69e
II Doesuede Robes, bright COL
ors, reg. S4.e5 ---S2.57
9 Chenille Robes, wroporound.
reg. S5.95 ---$3.57
10 Doesuede Robes, and fon-
mel, reg. S5.95---~--S3.57
8 Chenille Robes, wroporound
and upper, reg. S8.o5. S5.57
6 Pincushion royon sotin robes,
reg. S5.o5 --$3.57
10 Doesuede pojomos for
Iouneing, reg. S5.e5- S3.57
7 Royon satin poIkodot pojo-
mos, reg. S5.95---S3.57
9 Skirts, ploid wool, veIveteen,
velvet, street and evening
length, reg. So to s8.e5.
S1.57 to S5.57
As Handbags, feathers and
grains, reg. 81 and So. Sl.59
45 Tuckstitch pojomos, reg.
sl.o9 .-sse
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Soroptimist Club
Marks BIRTHDAYS

A birthday party for members of
the Soroptimist Club whose ami
versaries are in February featured
the weekly luncheon meeting yester-
day at the Willard Hotel.
Mrs. Caroline Stephen, a past
president, was especially honored
with a birthday cake. which was a
gift from the new president, Mrs
Jean Bennett. Flowers were pre-
sented to Miss Rena Pond, a new
member of the club.
Miss Mary Turner, chairman of
the Program Committee, has inaug-
urated the idea of the birthday
parties. 1t is her plan that each
member of the club contribute pen
MES in an amount corresponding to
her age to a fund which will be
used for a social party for the men,
bership at the end of the year.
Homer Rodeheaver and his sis
ter, Mrs. Ruth Rodeheaver Thomas
were among the guests and assisted
in musical program.
The Board of Directors will meet
at 8 pm. tomorrow at the Willard
Hotel.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Business Women
Meet to Organize
Pilot Club Here

The first steps toward organizing
pilot club in Washington were
taken last night as a group of busi-
ness women met at Wesley Hall with
Miss Carrie B. Allen, field repre-
sentative of the Pilot Club Interna-
tional, which has headquarters in
Atlanta, Ga.
A civic organization similar to Ro-
tary, Kiwanis and the Lions, the
Pilot Club holds semi-monthly
luncheon or dinner meetings.
Miss Hilda Marsden was elected
temporary chairman of the local
group. The Advisory Committee to
serve with her includes Mrs. Mary
Malone Moore, Mrs. Ina Russell
Stacey, Miss Lois White and Miss
Louise Boynton. Miss Irene CASTOR
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Retail Selling Course
To Be Offered in
Public Schools
Pharmacy Also to Be
Offered; 500 Clerks
Expected to Enroll

The Department of Vocational Ed
ucation for the white division OF the
public schools will offer courses in
retail selling expected to enroll sew
eral hundred retail clerks in the
District beginning February 6.
Preliminary registration includes
approximately 500 clerks now en-
ployed in downtown department
stores and other stores. DR.. Ches-
ter w. Holmes, assistant superin-
tendent in charge of vocational ed
ucation, said more were anticipated
when notified of the existence of
the courses.
The program of studies-includin
fundamentals of retailing, retailing
oral expression, salesmanship, and
arithmetic, textiles and color line
and designing-was prepared before
Christmas. At the request of some
OF the stores, however, introduction
" was postponed until after the Christ
mas rush.
Teachers Approved.
Seven teachers have been ap-
proved to teach the classes which
will meet at Roosevelt High School.
Because of the heavy early registra-
ton they will teach the same course
twice in consecutive class periods,
DR.. Holmes said. He added that an
increase in enrolment might make
a third consecutive class necessary.
In addition to these retail courses,
the schools will offer an in-service
program for Pharmacists. These
classes, because of the equipment
necessary, will be taught at the
George Washington School of Phar-
macy. Harold A. Clark, director of
vocational education in the white
schools, will supervise
An advanced course for electri-
clans will also be given at Mckinley
High School to in-service electrical
employees during the second semester
beginning February 6.
Will Expand Course.
Inc Board OF Education at its
meeting yesterday also authorized ex-
pansion Of business practice courses
IN the vocational schools. Supt.
Frank w. Ballou told the members
such a course would be set up on
Its own feet instead of being a
supplementary course as it now is.
The board opposed issuance of a
liquor license to George Walsh of
the 300 block of Upshur street NV.
as being too near schools of the
area.
1t also voted to support action of
the school officers in opposing re-
zoning Of territory in the vicinity
of the Toner School, colored health
school, to permit buildings of 80
feet. Officials argued this would
cut off air and light in the health
school, which has very little ground
around it already. Thus the purpose
OF the health school for children ex-
Evening star., 1939-02-02

was appointed temporary secretary.
Miss Allen explained the objec-
tives, advantages and functions Of the
organization, stating that the COM
munity's needs is the Pilot Clubs
opportunity for service. The first
club was organized in Macon, Ga,
in 1921, she said, and since then
clubs have been formed in 10 cities
in 18 States and in Mexico.
Membership in the club is by clas-
sification and invitation only. Two
representatives from each business
are admitted.
The objectives of the local club
were given as follows: To encourage
Evening star., 1939-02-02

. more thorough understanding
among all business and professional
women, to urge civic pride in pro-
noting local projects, and to pro-
mote participation in any movement
tending to improve the moral, civic,
industrial or commercial welfare OF
the community.
The local organization will be in
District No. 6, with Mrs. Dorrette
Wood of Winston-Salem, N. c., dis
trict governor.
The next meeting will be held on
Tuesday at 6 pm. at Wesley Hall.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
posed to tuberculosis would be de-
feated, 1t was pointed out.

posed to tuberculosis would be de-
feated. 1t was pointed out.
Two A. D. A. Projects.
Dr. Ballou reported two Alley
Dwelling Authority projects, one
white and one colored, which he said
should be considered from the point
of view of school service. The white
project will be on Anacostia road
near Ridge road. The colored one
will be in the vicinity of the Garfield
School at Twenty-flfth and Ala
bama streets Sc.
Dates for the competitive drills
were set at May 9 and 10 for the
white cadets and May II and IL
for the colored units. The officials
will meet with citizens to discuss
next years budget about the middle
of this month.
The superintendent revealed his
intention to fit out the old Dennison
Vocational School on S street be-
tween Thirteenth and Fourteenth
NV. for the use of school officers.
The old Jefferson Junior High will
be used as storehouse.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Washington Woman
Passes Ohio Test

A Washington woman was the
only member Of her sex to pass
recent examinations Of the Ohio
State Board Of Medical Examiners.
She is DR.. Lucy Swanton, daugh-
ter Of w. I. Swanton, 1854 Belmont
street NV. DR.. Swanton, who grad
uated from George Washington
University with an A. B. degree in
1929 and received her M. D. there
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Lost U. S. Volunteers
Depart From Spain
by the Associated Press.

by the Associated Press.
CERBERE, france Cat the Spanish
Frontier), Feb. 2.-The last group
of American members Of the Spanish
governments international brigade
known to be in Spain crossed the
French-Spanish frontier today and
entrained for Paris.
There were IS men in the group.
Evening star., 1939-02-02

last year, is an inferno ut Huron
Road Hospital, Cleveland.
On completion Of her interneship
she intends to specialize In chill.
dren's diseases.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Card Party Planned

The Bell Club will hold a card
party at $3.50 o'clock tonight at
st. James Church, Thirty-seventh
street and Rhode Island avenue,
Mount Rainier, Md, for the bene-
At Of the church library.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Kappa Delta Benefit

Kappa Delta Sorority will hold
benefit bridge tomorrow at $3.50
pm. at the Student Club, George
Washington University. at Twenty
first and G streets NV. Arrange
ments have been made for a door
prize and refreshments.
Evening star., 1939-02-02
Forn,als and Evening Wraps

Size Description ORIG. NOW
II Red Wool Evening Wrap $22o5 $l4
II Green Wool Wrop with sequns $l6
l8 Green Wool Wrap full $l4
l8 Green Wool Evening oCoot--------------$3995 SIT
ID Orchid Wool Evening Cope---------$39s SIT
l8 Black Wool Wrap with sequns $l4
IL Block Velvet Wrop with white fur $l2
H. Is Black Velvet Wraps with quilted $l6
18 Black Velvet Wop with doon sleeves -----$4500 SIS
Is Black Velvet Wrop with white opn hood -----Sl995 S1
20 Dinner Dress pink beaded with black skirtS2o95 $l2
l8 White Crepe Joeket Dress with gold rod----$l6o5 So
Is White Royon Toeo with rhnesones- -$z295 $l4
l8 White Chiffon Formal sequins- $500 $l4
l8 20 White Crepe with silver beods So
IL Block Chiffon Formal with rhinesones $l2
lo 20 Crepe Dinner Dresses with jackets SIS
Ia Black Dinner Dress with sequins ns------$3995 $I4
IL Red Crepe jacket Fomo nestones 50
Ia Black Beaded Formal with red sosh------$1695 $Il
l3 White Net Formal with seo.ns $I4
4O a. Black Metallic Embroidered Lace $l4
TO- sonboek Crepe Dresses Jockets $zz95 $l
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