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The Skyland post. [volume] (West Jefferson, N.C.) 193?-1988, 1940-05-09
Major Fletcher
To Be Regional
Pay-Hour Chief
Will Maintain Headquarters
In Charlotte for CarOlinas
Beginning June 1.

The many friends of Maj. A. L.
Fletcher, here in Ashe county as
we'll as throughout the state are
interested in the announcement
that the former North Carolina
commissioner of labor will re-
sign his Washington post as as
sistant wage and hour administra-
tor and will become regional
wage and hour director for the
two Carolinas with headquarters
in Charlotte, June /.
In appointing Major Fletcher as
director of region vi with head
quarters at Charlotte, the wage
hour chieftain asked him to con-
tinue as a special advisor on the
administrations field operations
and its relations with state labor
departments.
Major Fletcher stated that the
change would be most welcome"
to him. He said he had been anx-
ious for some time to return to
North Carolina. Throughout most
of May he will be visiting schools
being held in all sections of the
country for the training of wage
hour inspectors and he therefore
will not return to North Carolina
until shortly before he takes up
his new duties on June l.
Major Fletcher has been an as
sistant wage-hour administrator
ever since the law began. He was
one of the first aides chosen by
former Administrator Elmer F.
Andrews and has been in charge
of what was termed the most diff
ficult branch of the agency-the
enforcement division.
Few patterns existed for the
enforcement organization called
for by the trail-blazing wage
hour legislation. To the Tar Heel
fell the job of formulating the po-
icies to be followed in securing
compliance with the law and
creating the machinery for en-
forcement. Under his immediate
supervision hundreds of inspec-
tors have been trained and placed
in the field. It was his idea to
seek joint state-federal co-opera-
tive agreements for enforcement
of the lava program which was
first launched in North Carolina.
When Administrator Andrews
was replaced by Colonel Fleming,
Major Fletcher was the top ad-
ministrative officer to remain.
The Skyland post. [volume] (West Jefferson, N.C.) 193?-1988, 1940-05-09

spots, and to separate according
to interior quality; (3) weigh
eggs Of doubtful size and make
at least two size grades; az clean
dirty eggs; (5) use good cases
with clean filters and flats, or
pack eggs in attractive labeled
cartons; and (6) market twice
weekly.
O.: How much lespedeza seed
does it take to seed an acre?
A.: When broadcast, at least
one bushel or Is pounds of seed
should be sown to the acre. The
seed should be covered lightly
as with a weeder. If the seed are
drilled in, less seed are required.
The Skyland post. [volume] (West Jefferson, N.C.) 193?-1988, 1940-05-09
Farm Questions
And Answers

QUESTION: When should
broilers be started on fatten-
ing feed?
ANSWER: Broilers are usually
started on the fattening ration
about seven to ten days before
they are to be sold. The birds
should be approximately one and
one-half to one and three-quar-
tiers pounds each when fattening
begins. All other feed should be
discontinued and special ration
given for the feeding period.
However, this period should new
er extend more than IL days.
There are two recommended ra-
tons for the fattening period.
The first contains six pounds of
corn meal and four pounds of
flour, standard middlings, or
ground oats. The second ration
is made by mixing six pounds of
corn meal, two pounds of wheat
shorts, and two pounds of ground
oats. Skim milk or buttermilk
should be used in either of these
rations to mix a sloppy feed that
will pour readily from a bucket.
A six-point program for the
sale of quality eggs is offered by
the Extension man as follows:
I'D Grade for size and interior
quality; (2) candle to remove
stale eggs and ones with blood
The Skyland post. [volume] (West Jefferson, N.C.) 193?-1988, 1940-05-09

philosophy and poetry and hold
her own. You see, she grew up in
library like this"
It'll be delighted" he said.
(TO Be COntinued)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28
After Touring America Erika Mann Finds 'NO Dictator Could Rule The U. s.

This splendid awareness Is largely due. % seems Co me- to the educational influence Uf the fee Anert- can press and radio and the American haott of talking things over in Town Hal fashion. Even the tendency to admire Q forceful personality cannot resist the sheer power of truth. And the spreading of truth should be simple in Q country with such varied means of communicating ideas
 The truth about war apparently has sunk deep into the consciousness of all Americans, because practically none of those met wanted to take part in the present European Help the Allies by all means short of war, they told me for Fascism must be conquered if tusice Is ever to prevail again - and remember that only by helping the Allies can America insure herself against being drawn into the military conflict.
 Some of my American friends went even more deeply into the question. They evidently have been studying the situation keenly The role of the bus- ness men who helped Hitler 10 power, for instance, wonder if some of the American business leaders might not be lured into supporting Fascist elements. THERE'S BRIGHT FUTURE, IF ..
 The remarkable letters by Fritz Thyssen had not been published then, but already many Americans felt that the monster Quilt by 0ermanys Franken- steins was turning on it's masters and crushing them to bits. There deep realization that no man could hope to control . state such the Nazis built, no matter how heavily he had helped to finance the party in power.
 The mothers In my audience were thoroughly convinced that they preferred the American way for themselves and their children. The reports from Germany about the regimentation of young people, the decline of family life and the suppression of religious training had made lasting impressions on their minds. They were equally shocked at the pic- tire of Q womanhood reduced to the state of mere brood-mares for the production of soldiers.
 The citizens of this country have already proved that millions of men and women can live together in amity despite all differences in background her- tage and beliefs! If the citizens of every country would follow your example, the future would indeed be blight one for us all.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28
BY ERIKA MANN Written for NEA Service


 Princeton, N. J-No dictator could ever rule over the United States because the Americans by tra dition opposed to giving one man or group of men any considerable power. Fascism in any form could not jump the hurdle of the American passion for freedom and democracy
 The chief danger today is that the peoples nher ent respect for success and the natural human awe of the strong man, will produce temporary following here for native demagogues. Every citizen should be alert to that danger.
 Those are the thoughts that come to me as men- tally revisit the cities and towns throughout the land where my lecture tour took from last october to late March. Thousands Of Americans--farmers and city folk, natives of the hills and the plans men and women of every age and occupation from ocean to ocean-questioned me and talked with me and gave me Q vivid panorama of the national spirit
 AMERICANS HAVE QUESTIONING ATTITUDE
 was particularly interested in the thoughts and feelings of the average American citizen the aycr- age small city, for they made vivid contrast to the German citizens living under the NnZ regime whom describe in my latest book "The Lights Go Down." There Is questioning attitude that you Americans have which makeS you different from all Europeans You are "wBe" in q way that the Germans never were. In no small Western community, for example, could the people be enslaved and beaten down as were the typical Germans in my book,
 You are not easily deceived by political spellbnders who promise Utopia at the expense of liberty You weigh each side Of 0 question, and depate 1t among yourselves Individually and in groups you want to be shown" aB the saying goes.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28

the presence of many members Of the school department in the audi encG the mayor expressed the hope that the local high schools would revive debating and engage in tho friendly contests that were once anticipated with enthusiastic inter. est by students at Crosby High school" The city's chief executive also commended the committee in charge of arrangements for the tourney.
 Brief addresses were also made by Patrick J. Wallace, state prcsi- dent Of the C.YO.: Miss Eleanor Green Of Moriden, state C.Y.O, Bu. pervlsor, and Charles E, Mcdonald, grand niKght of Sheridan Council
 In uph6lding the negative side Of the question, the winning team de- clared that 8osialized medicine had failed miserabIy In other countries and In the few experiments made In the United States. They quGs. tIoned the experience of the Bpon. sors Of the movement 10 qualify aS experts In medicine. The affirma. tive side stressed the benefits that wage workers of modest incomes would receive frem such a plan and In the promotion of health,
 Vote of Thanks
 A vote Of thanks was publicly cX. presgCd 10 the staff of the Br0n. son Library the Waterbury !S:sdical Society, Congressman J. Joseph Smith and other Connecticut repre- sentatIycS in Washington, D. C., to Inc Sisters of the Waterbury Catho- lie High School to Manager Clyde Jennings of The Elton, President Harold Thomas and Jimmie Parker Of Station WATR, t0 parish workers and others who ass '3d in the pr0- motion of the tournament, Num- borod among the large audience last evening were more than a Gcore Of prominent citizens, who had offi- ciated a8 judges at the various contostS during the tournament
 The rectption committee includ- cd Alexander Mole, of St, Lucy'B church, local C.Y,O, president; Mss Sue Qu0rrera, of Sacred Heart church; Mrs Marie Medford, Church of the Blessed Sacrament; Mss Grace La8pr0gata, SC. LuGy'B church; Miss Dorothy Zlbell, Church of SS. Peter and Paul: John Rossi, Church of Our Lady Of Mount Carmel; John Tchan St. Francis Xavier church; Leo Bar. rett, Church Of the Blessed Sacra- mcnt, and Raymond Peregard, St.. Ann'S church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28
Church. OF Blessed Sacrament
 Wins C.YO. Debating Honors
Large Audience Witnesses Finals; Mayor COngratu.
 Iates Speakers on Radio

Debating the question. Resolved, That the United States Should Adopt the Socialized Medicine plari," the Catholic Youth organ Ization speakers representing the Church of the Blessed Sacrament won the title of Watcrbury's c, Y. o. champions and the James P. Arnold Memorial Trophy at the Hotel Elton last evening. over 4OO persons including 6 representative group of clergymen, Mayor Vincent A. Scully, visiting state leaders oi the Knights of Columbus and the C.Y.O. heard the interesting argu- ments. The debate was broadcast through the facilities Of Station WATR.
 The 2 to 1 decision was rendered by John c. Gilmartln, principal or the Duggan and Bcgnal schools, Miss Mary Martin of the Wilby High school faculty and Charles J. Ducey of the national headquarters Of Knight of Columbus in New Ha- ven. who offlclated as Judges. The verdict was accompanied by tri- bute to both the victors and the losers. The young speakers were commended for their speeches and for tho amount of evidence gath cred in their long hours Of rec search.
 Winning Team
 The winning team included Mat thew Bergln, Ray Tierney, James Poulsen and Mss Norma McVeigh, st. Joseph's speakers, were Fran ces Ellnskas, Edmond Shambaris, Mifs Josephine BraziS and Miss Bet- ty Stankus. William r. Harrington, chairman of the Knights of Colum- bus committee on educational ac- tivitieS, presided as moderator
 Last evenings oratorlCal contest cllmaXed tournament which was arranged by Sheridan Council, Knights Of Columbus, and which had been in progress for the past two months. Sixteen teams com pcted for the Arnold trophy, The presentation of the awards will take place shortly in the Knights Of Columbus rooms when the various C,Y.o. debaters will bc tho guests Of the knights. Gold medals will be awarded to the Church of the Blessed Sacrament speakers and silver medals 10 St. JoSeph'S.
 Mayor Speaks
 Mayor Scully addressing the de- baters and tih large audience cons graduated beth the Knights of Co- luInbus and the C,YYo. on the Buc- ceSJ Of the tournament. He spoke on the benefits Of persons having
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28
WARRINC COUPLE
 GIVEN REPRIMAND
Judge Gaffney Advises Husband, Wife to Adjust
 Differences AmicabIy

A pillow fight early today re- suited in the arrest of Rocco La- gonegro, 40, of 2l8 South Leonard street on Charge Of breach of the peace.
 Lagonegro who was given a months continuance on his good behaviour by City Court Judge John L. Gaffney, admitted that he struck his wife with a pillow.
 The disturbance started, Lagone- gro said, after he had to climb in the window 10 get Into his house when his wife blocked the keyholes at 4 a. m. He said he was returning at this late hour to "get back" at his wife for coming in at 2 a. m. yesterday.
 Police testified they arrested La- gonegro on complaint of his wife who was locked out in the street as a climax to the quarrel.
 Judge Gaffney termed the trou- ble picayune, but warned that small sparks can start big domes- tic fires. He advised Lagonegro to come home earlier and set good example for his three children.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28

the confidence In themselves to stand Up ln public and give express sion to their opinions. "ft iS mort unfortunate at times" his honor said, "that men and women of vale uod experience and learning and
 with excellent thoughts and judg- mcnt arc 90 timId that they remain silent at times when their opinions, if voiced, would mean much to wor- thy cauScs and often times to Com- munlty enterprises" In concluding
 his remarks and commenting on
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28
LOST BOY SURPRISES EVERY.
 nNR

Oroville, Cal.--tUP)-The fire de- partment was called out and equip- ped with electric torches to help find 3 year-old Billie Lohmann who had disappeared and was believed to have crawled into q dark cave under restaurant. While the firemen were bravely at the'r task. Billie's mother heard him gurgle and he CrawIed out from under the bed at home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-05-28

Erika Mann, daughter of the famous German writer, Thomas Mann( recently completed . slx- month tour of the country. Here she records, for The Waterbury Democrat, her own impressions of what America Is thinking about today Her latest book, "The Lights Go Down." portrays . typical German community as 1t is affected In lts day. day living by the Nazl system of government
Evening star., 1940-05-26

in Maryland Cynthia Dunn from dramatic school
Kay Clements Mariana
Belmont the grls-ousanding debs
who will shine among the local coming attractions.
light hearted of the arland Cow celebra
both his birth the conclusion
party his honor large friends
kindness that he offered
his legal style but Freddy Mechn
him would his
Morgan brought delicious chocolate
declared baked with hands Wilbur
the hot dogs and rolls Henry Pike and zevah Fish brought
huge truck filled with and including Achsah
Dorsey Gnny Pennington. Strong Dunky Walker,
Jimmy Dougherty Delaney
Ferrandou Vergl Elliott Forgan and Dick Kirk
in for joyous ride into the Maryland countryside
Stewart Labat giving picnic Forestve
event will take place Monday June time after o'clock
will all the usual picnic with the addition special
eaure-boatng the Laba lake.
Nancy Lawrence in town last week
date with her brother Mark amusing young
Pnceonian They make awfuy nice brother sister
Sad to relate of sickness when almost
the variable weather has brought colds Especially
hit Barry Woods who making
Jock has laid several
be well
Evening star., 1940-05-26
CAPT. Williams Selection
For Admiral Approved

President Roosevelt has approved
the recommendation of the Con-
struction Corps Selection Board that
Capt. Henry Williams be advanced
to rear admiral, the Navy Depart
ment announced yesterday. Capt
Williams is assistant chief of the
Bureau of Construction and Repair
A native of Hagerstown, Md, the
62-year-old officer was appointed to
the Naval Academy from Maryland
in 1894.
During the Spanish American
War he served with the Atlantic
Fleet and participated in the West
Indian campaign. After various
service in Navy yards, he was named
to his present position in 1887. He
holds the Spanish Campaign Medal
the Sampson Medal with four bars
and the Victory Medal with salvage
class. He makes his home here at
TIA @ street NV.
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Gen. Emmett Newton Dies;
Was Active in Politics

BY the Associated Press.
NEW YORK, May 25.-Q. M. Gen.
Emmett Newton, 81, U. S. A., retired
active for many years in the cam
paigns of nationally known political
figures, died today in Long Island
College Hospital after an illness of
several months.
In the Spanish-American War he
won recognition for his part in ex-
posing the "embalmed beef" scandal.
After retiring from the Army he
became well known in Missouri po-
litical circles, managing several of
the campaigns of former Senator
Reed. He travelled with William
jennings Bryan in his campaign
tours.
He came to Brooklyn in 1922 to
serve as night superintendent of
Long Island College Hospital, a po-
sition he held until retirement three
years ago.
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Activities
In Leesburg
Mr.. Williams
And Wife Visit
In Buffalo

LEESBURG, Va. May 25.-Mr.
and Mrs. Winslow Williams have
been visiting Mr.. Williams aunt,
Mrs. F. B. usher, jr Buffalo.
Mrs. Edward Chamberlain and
the Misses Laura and Eleanor Cham
berlain. who spent some time in
Boston and New York have returned
to 'GTeystone, their Waterford home.
Mrs: o. L. limerick. Mrs. Frank
McComb and Mrs. Martha Kidd re-
turned Wednesday from Roanoke,
where Mrs. limerick and Mrs. Nc
Comb attended a meeting of the
Federation of Garden Clubs, while
Mrs. Kidd visited friends for several
days.
Mrs. j. E. Clagett entertained at
bridge in her Hamilton home this
evening.
Mrs. James Taylor was hostess yes
terday afternoon at her home near
Purcellville. when her guests were
members of the Purcellville Garden
Club.
DR.. William c. Barr, jr.. again is
in his home at Ashburn after a stay
of several weeks on the West Coast.
DR.. William H. Turner of Round
Hill and his sister, Mrs. Allen T.
Hawthorne of Winchester, returned
to their homes yesterday from Char
lottesville, where they were called
Tuesday by the death of their
mother, Mrs. w. H. Turner.
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Bethesda Club Tea

The Woman's Club of Bethesda
will celebrate its 29th anniversary
tomorrow with program of enter
tainment at pm, followed by tea.
The dramatic section will present
q play, poor Henry" directed by
Mrs. E. M. Willis. Those in the cast
are Mrs. Richard Titlow, Mrs.
Robert Leopold, Mrs. E. M. Willis,
Mrs. James M. Hammond and Mrs.
John L. Huber. A musical program,
under the direction of Mrs. Ham
mond, will present Mrs. Marie Cof-
fee in a group of songs.
Tea will be served by committee
including Mrs. Harry j. Pirie, Mrs.
Thomas Casey, Mrs. George
Pariseau, Mrs. w. c. Offutt, Mrs. H.
3. Johnston, Mrs. George B. Glen
denim, Mrs. Frank A. Bonnet and
Mrs, w. A. Sebrell.
Evening star., 1940-05-26

Va, where they have been since
Wednesday. Mr.. Jones attended the
convention of bankers in that city.
Mr.. Ashton c. Jones, jr., is SPEND
ing the week end at the Farming
ton Country Cub.
Mrs. John M. Loflin has arrived
from her home in Enterprise, Ala,
to spend some time with her son-in-
law and daughter, Mr.. and Mrs. Ed
win H. Enzor, in their home in
Waverly Hills.
Mr.. and Mrs. Holcolmb
Leaving for Texas.
Mr.. and Mrs. E. J. Holcolmb, with
their son, Curtis Holcolmb, are leav-
ing today for a months stay in Col
lege Station, Tex.
DR.. Paul Quintas will return to-
morrow from Garner, Iowa, where
he went with his son, Paul Joe
Quintus, for visit to DR.. Quintus
mother. Later in the season DR..
and Mrs. Quintus will 60 to Mile
Lacs, Mimi, for the summer and
will stop at Garner for their son,
who will accompany them.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jones went to
Narrows, Va, last week, the latter
for visit with Mrs. Jones parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. c. P. McClaugherty.
Mr.. Jones will return tomorrow
and Mrs. Jones will remain for a
week.
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Economy Wave Hits
Hollywood as War
Shrinks Revenues
Worse Than Depression,
Says One; Better Movies
May Be G Result
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
HOLLYWOOD, May 25.-Dras-
tically, Hollywood pushed a re-
trenchment campaign today in the
face of vanished European and
dwindling American revenues-trace-
able directly. say studio heads, to
spearding fires of war.
Distributors in key cities reported
almost without exception that a
jittery public, uncertain of the fu-
ture, is keeping a collective ear to
its radio and collective purse in its
pocket.
Producers discovered long ago
that times of stress bring such a
situation, but this time profess
genuine alarm. Figures on how
great is the past two weeks domestic
box office slump were not compiled,
but one studio spokesman COM
mented:
Its worse than the depression"
Slump Felt Quickly.
Since movies literally are made
today with money pushed into
cashiers cages yesterday, a slack
ened financial flow is felt quickly.
The effect has been a tightening up
all along the line. Budgets are be-
ing trimmed to the bone. Location
trips are being Cancelled and studio
sets built with the least complexity.
In some instances stats have been
cut. Script writers have been told
to plan simple scenes, using few ex-
tras. Authors with stories to sell
are sure to feel the pinch. For every
major studio has million dollars
or more in unused original manu-
scripts. These will be pulled from
files, busted off and turned into
celluloid.
Stars incomes can't be affected.
since all are under contract. But
in at least one plant the economy
rule is brought home to them.
Radios have been banned from all
dressing rooms. Surveys showed too
much time wasted listening to
broadcasts and discussing them
later. And although every studio is
top-heavy with high-salaried execu-
tives and producers, unwillingness to
trim much high up the ladder has
been evinced in past financial diff
ficulties.
Ultimately the theatergoing pub
lie may benefit. For one studio
chief instructed his department
heads:
Make better pictures, with 100
cents OF quality for every dollar.
When people tire of thinking and
talking war, they'll crave enter
tainment. If our brand is good,
we'll get the business"
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Young People Dance

The Young Peoples Group of the
Washington Society for the Hard
Of Hearing held it's first annual
ball and card party at it's new
headquarters at 2431 Fourteenth
street NV. 1t was planned for
proceeds to be used to send hard-of-
hearing children to summer camp,
the latest project of the group.
Before dancing a program of
music and dances was given by
students of the Children's Studio
of Speech and Drama. Featured
was Jeannett Nagle, granddaughter
of Mrs. Carrie Laning, one of the
society's members.
Evening star., 1940-05-26
Visitors Add Interest
To Alexandria Society
MIR. and Mrs. Howard Bloomer, Jr.,
Leave for Cottage on Potomac;
Mrs. Cora Anthony Honored

ALEXANDRIA 25-Mr Bradley Bloouer
E and their small who the winter and
Booms Mr. Clarence
their cottage at Gunston
main through the Mr. Boomers aunt Duncan
who their yesterday
burg Fla.
Mrs Nellie Guthrie Y formerly
andra has visiting Of
her niece, Miss Elizabeth
Anthony Sunday
celebrate the 80h birthday
Anthony Assisting the elder Mrs. Anthonys daughter
Anthony Of Washington.
Mr. Francis Jefferson Oklahoma
to be the guests Mr. Bes sister,
native OF this section Of Virginia.
for than so years.
Miss Lillian Rixey Of City, Tine is
visiting her parents Col. Presley M Rxey.