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Evening star., 1940-03-25
Doubts Value Of
Circle Underpasses.

Circle Underpasses.
To the Editor Of The Star:
1t is no less amusing than distressing
to watch the systematic buildup that is
now in progress for underpasses at Scott
and Dupont Circles.
If recall correctly there was little said
about the necessity Of either of these
underpasses while the drive was on for
the one at Thomas Circle. But now that
that one is completed it is contended
that that alone makes one at Scott Circle
Immediately imperative-all because mo-
torists have gone out of their way for the
thrill of driving under Thomas Circle.
It is my best judgment that the cost
of the underpass at Thomas Circle was
not justified by traffic conditions at that
point. I have been riding streetcars
and buses and driving through that point
for the past 1s years and I have yet to
see serious traffic jam at that inter-
section.
Too much time, money and effort is
being given to the changes in the traflic
setup here If it must be done at the
SAPSAAoO Va ocAACA vVAJ AAuSIA~ACCQCO
provements. II the purpose were only
to reduce the loss Of human life there
would be much better reasons for all of
the hurrah and excitement, but when
it is more matter of making it possible
for inotorist to drive at the rate of 30
miles per hour instead Of Is and reach
home at S o'clock instead of sos. where
he has nothing to do-and usually does
tit is time to stop and consider wheth-
er the money and man power could not
be better expended. A great majority
Evening star., 1940-03-25
Resurgence

Now hour by hour released from winters
rule
Recurring life breathes from each bud
ding stalk;
The sky. cloudtouched, lies deep within
this pool,
The sun-warmed beds, spread wet
along the walk,
Urge dormant seeds to swift awakening.
Soon shall the flash of wings brush
newborn bloom,
When all the surging melody Of spring
Has burst the transient door Of her
chill tomb.
Glad flowers are silken garments strewn
for Him
Whose deep compassion led Him tn tho
cross;
Petals of faith old sorrows cannot dim
Speak Of the resurrection after loxs
When SHOWS have melted from the
hearts high crest,
Hope shall put forth new leaves within
the breast.
IVY LND9lEY.
Evening star., 1940-03-25
Criticizes Stars Coverage
OF Martha Gibbon Case.

VI marina O1DDOn case.
70 the Editor Of The Star:
The case Of Martha Gibbon at George
Washington University deserves much
more publicity than The Evening Star
has thus far given to It, When hundreds
Of students and alumni organize to pro-
test the resignation Of Miss Gibbon as
assistant professor Of English, and to
insist on . complete investigation of the
circumstances which compelled her to
take such action, 1t is clear that this Is a
matter with which a newspaper like The
Evening Star should concern itself. As
an alumnus Of the university am anx-
ious to know why Miss Gibbon should be
forced to resign to avoid dismissal after
II years of service. Her excellence as a
teacher is acclaimed by students and
colleagues alike and denied by no one. I
am anxious to know whether the appar-
ent injustice in her case Is proof Of
widely repeated assertions that President
Marvin has the George Washington Uni
versity under his despotic and unbenevo-
lent thumb, creating uncertainty and fear
among his faculty and crushing any one
who happens to incur his personal dis
favor. What irony If university bearing
the name Of George Washington should
be petty dictatorship! The case Of
Martha Gibbon should be thoroughly
aired and 1t is the duty of a responsible
newspaper to see that it is. When an
educational institution repudiates in its
own administration the democratic
principles which 1t is supposed to foster,
it is important that public pressure rem
edy the situation through the organs Of
public opinion, the newspapers.
March 20. JACOB BERG.
Editors Note-The Star Is glad to
publish Mr.. Berg's letter as repre-
sentative of several which have been
received concerning the resignation of
Miss Martha Gibbon from the faculty
of George Washington University. 1t
is believed, however, that The Star
has given appropriate space in its
news columns to this matter, which
concerns an administrative dispute in
a private institution.
Evening star., 1940-03-25
March u.
Silence of Gandhi
Wins CommendatiOn.
To the Editor Of The Star:
w. E. ALLEN.

Wins Commendation.
To the Editor Of The Star:
1t is said that once a week Mahatma
Gandhi maintains silence throughout
they day and never deviates from this
policy. Even when arrested and his wife
and friends wept, the East Indian re-
manned quiet and unmoved. He 1eund
security in silence.
Why do not people in general, in
GLIDING politicians recognize the value
of occasional silence? Long -winded law
makers are already blsying themselves
hurting vocal mud balls at their oppo-
nents and, in so doing, losing what little
prestige they may have. 1t would seem
advisable for some Of them, at least, to
recall the wise words Of Abraham Lin
coin, Better remain silent and be
thought fool than to speak and re-
move all doubt"
EDMUND K. GoLDsBoRotGH.
March 22.
Evening star., 1940-03-25

Of the cars driven downtown every week
day could better be left at home, and
these motorists should not complain at
inconvenience Of their own making. As
. matter of fact, traffic will naturally
adjust itself to its own best advantage.
1t will learn the easiest and best way
out and will take 1t If permitted to do So
The million and half or two millions
Of dollars that these underpasses will
cost will take that much from improve
ments that are absolutely necessary to
the convenience, comfort and protec-
ton Of the resident taxpayers Of the
newer sections of the city. Many Of
them are in dire need Of better streets,
sidewalks. street lights and police pro-
lection. This money would mean great
deal to them If properly used.
Imay be old fashioned and out Of step,
but I still believe that the taxpayers who
pay the fiddler should not be ignored en-
tirely in calling the numbers.
A RESIDENT TAXPAYER AND
March a.. MOTOR1sT.
Evening star., 1940-03-25

Just suppose that Britain were to
pay her debt, or part of it, by giving
us that assortment of West Indies
she now owns. Just think how many
more winter-cruise advertisements
would constantly meet the eyes of
those Of us who cannot go on any
of them.
Evening star., 1940-03-25

In ancient and pagan Ireland, it is
said, lady could walk the length of
the land in perfect safety wearing all
her jewelry. In the Capital of the
greatest of modern countries a wom-
an scarce dares to walk a block to
mail letter after dark.
Evening star., 1940-03-25

When two prominent and squab-
bling national figures like Senator
Tobey and Secretary Hopkins get
down to matching their honorary law
degrees, it approaches the small boy
boast of MY father can lick your
father"
Evening star., 1940-03-25

A reason why truck drivers make
such poor knitters is probably con-
genital disinclination to let one
needle pass another.
Evening star., 1940-03-25

real, and unless It is our purpose to
court eventual disaster 4 last-ditch
fight must be made against the
spenders by holding the debt limi-
tation at its present level.
Evening star., 1940-03-25
Answers Letter
On Alexandra Zoning.

OH AlcA8nUIl8 LOnlnks
TO the Editor Of The Star:
read in The Star of March 4, 1910,
quite an elaborate article in reference to
the zoning in Alexandria. It is quite
obvious that the subscriber is a member
Of the so-called Alexandria aristocracy
and is perhaps little selfish.
1t is known fact that when a person
buys and builds he generally builds a
house that is 4 credit to the community.
and in order to pay the cost of same he
often rents out space to help pay for the
house.
note that the writer speaks of a
poor widow and I think in a very sar-
castle way, for her home might be very
dear to her tor sentimental reasons.
Mafch b. A v1R0INlAN.
Evening star., 1940-03-25
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor must
bear the name and address OF
the tDrtter. although the use OF
q pseud0nym for publication IS
permissible. Please be briet!
Evening star., 1940-03-25
p. b. A. Architects
Win Praise.

p. b. A. Architects
Win Praise.
To the Editor Of The Star:
was rather surprised to read in your
issue of March 81 statement pertain
ing to an alleged Saving of face" of some
architect in connection with progress OF
the new Washington National Airport.
It seems, according to the writer OF
the article, that the contract plans called
for tablets on which some names Of on
cials were misspelled.
Without having checked the veracity Of
the above statement may safely claim
as an architect Of long experience that
this alleged mistake was of no conse-
quence since the necessary full-size de-
tail drawings showing the type, size and
precise inscription are scheduled to be
issued to the contractor when he will be
selected after the opening of bids on
March ~.
Very often only an approximate num-
ber of letters to be engraved on marble
or cast in bronze are called for on origi-
nal contract drawings, the exact word
ing being reserved for later study and is
forwarded for execution to the con-
tractor after its preliminary submission
for checking purposes to the officials in
volved.
1t would have been more appropriate
for the writer to mention the splendid
efficiency and coordination that was
shown by the Public Buildings Admins
tration architects in issuing working
drawings for the unusually complicated
and important job on such short no.
tice. But this would be STORY" in it.
self. WILLIAM S. MORRIS.
March a..
Evening star., 1940-03-25
A French Lieutenunt
Comments on War
Censor Passes Letter Which
Denounces Germany and
Defends Fronce ~

The Star has convinced itself OF
the authenticity OF this letter ana
publishes 1t as presumably rejecting
the attitude OF many French soldiers
at the front,
Evening star., 1940-03-25
Member of the Associated Press.

Entered as second d-class matter post ONCE,
washington. D. c.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13
HOnOred
 By Civic Club At
 September Meeting

An unusually large attendance of the Civic Club greeted the president. Mrs P. s. Barnes, Saturday when the September meeting was held at the Civic Center. the occasion es- peeially honoring teaeher-members who had returned from summer va cations. Several visitors were pres ent, also.
 Preceding the dessert luncheon. James Nolan sang two solos with Miss Dorisanne Barnes as aceompan- ist and Miss Barnes gave a piano solo.
 The business session of this meet ing which was the first of the pres ent club year. was marked by a large amount of correspondence in cluding the annual letter of the AL aska Federation president. Mrs. Mil dred R. Hermann, commenting the individual clubs for their work dur ing the past year and urging the continuance of club activities in the respective communities even though it become necessary to engage in war-relief work more and more. A letter from the Forestry department gave favorable consideration to a suggestion for the erection of swings at the park, made by the club some weeks ago. In accord with the pre- valent get-out-the-Yote campaign, members volunteered for telephone and personal contact service in or der to urge Wrangell to register 9 large vote at the coming election, special interest in which centered in the candidacy of a local man and two prominent club women of Ju- neau Literature sent the club con- corning the Liquor Referendum was reviewed and a report of the club trustees stated that the club proper ties had been inyoiced and certain improvements for the Civic Center suggested, both for it's appearance and for broadening it's use for the community. Mrs R. c. Evans, pres ident of the Extension Club, report ed the coming next week of Mrs Lydia Fohn-Hansen to conduct class es in sewing, and asked interested persons, whether club members orI
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13

not, to report 10 her if interested. Mrs. Fohn-Hansen comes from the U. of Alaska and is well known here. She will arrive Sept. 17.
 Institute members will be hostess es at the Institute al che October meeting and Mrs. W. l.. Eastaueh, Mrs. J. NJ. steear and Mrs NJ. O. Johnson will take charge Of the Chamber of Commerce uneheons that month. Other committees ap- pointed by Mrs. Barnes were: Park and playground. Mrs E. C. Ander- son American Home, Mrs. J. H Clements and Mrs. J. J. Coulter and Americanizatfon. Mrs. E. R.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13

the University be given a chance Ito display it's wares as 8 merchant displays his waress but the final de- eision as to the qualifications of the graduate to fill a particular po- sition rests with the local school board.
 The resolution is not without precedent. It is almost impossible to secure a position in the schools of California without first washing through the California schools, no matter what one's credentials or ex- perience. They are taking care of their own institutions.
 The resolution is not a club with which to wrest from the local boards their power to choose their teachers; it was not anticipated that it would be so interpreted. As in- tended, there is nothing either un- Alaskan or un-American in it..
 H. L. Faulkner. president of the board, stated at Juneau recently. that there are available at this time only Il graduates of the Alaska College who are qualified for teach ing positions, out of all the insti- graduates thus far.
 If each city school would em- ploy only one of these eleven they would all be absorbed, thus bene- fitting the entire school system of Alaska.
 When the foregoing letter was sub nitted to pr. Jas. c. Ryan, Commits of Education he wrote:
 Tt seems to me that you have summarized the facts well and stated them clearly. They coincide exactly with my idea of the intent of the Board, and also express my personal point of view"
 Also, a prominent member of the Board whom we have been able to contact, wrote concerning the fore going letter, T do agree with your
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13
CAMPBELL IN LINE FOR
 COMMANDER IN 1942

Ernie Campbell elected to che post of second Vice Commander of the Alaska Department, American Legion, is one of the best known Legionnaires in the Territory Char ter member of Merlin Elmer Palmer post of Wrangell, he has served for years as Adjutant of the Post and taken an active role in it's leader sip, as well as in Department af- fairs. Convention next year goes to Seward and in 1922 scheduled to re- turn to Southeast Alaska when Campbell will be in line for Department Commander.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13
PARAGUAY PRESIDENT KILLED

AsUNCION. Paraguay, Sept. 13 = Gen. Jose P. Estigarribia. 52, Presi- dent of Paraguay, and his wife wele killed in an airplane crash late last Saturday while enroute to their country residence at San Beruar- dino.
The Wrangell sentinel., 1940-09-13
TIP THE RIVER

Up the Stikine on the Hazel B, Harrington Transportation Company river boat, this week went Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Tipton and family, re- turning to Telegraph Creek after a vacation Outside. Mr. Tipton is with the Hudson Bay Company.
Evening star., 1940-09-01

CLOTHING. beautifully made size IA;
dresses suits, coat, hats; reasonable.
Evening star., 1940-09-01
BOATS.


24-FT. CHRIS-CRAFT. 125-h.p. Chrysler
marine; no reasonable offer refused. Shep-
herd 1880 or see at District Yacht Co.
FOR SALE OR CHARTER-The best yacht
available; Southern Yacht Agency. Bal
CABIN CRUISER, 30x9 fully equipped;
Gray 400 engine; excellent conditi.1;
CRUISER, AZ IT.: double cabin, sleeps 9;
completely equipped; gear. linens. silver
ware; china. etc: large cockpit; excellent
condition; in commission for immediate
use, for quick sale at Coriinthjan Yacht
Roosevelt Hotel. Washington, D. c.
WANTED-Boat around 20 feet, steel hull;
must be in good shape, with good engine.
Alexandria 2029.
BARGAIN: Aft. modern inclosed bridge
cruiser; perfect condition; will trade and
finance Box 2s7M Star.
OUTBOARD MOTOR. clearance sale, all
guaranteed; Ship. Elto, S45i 10-hp. Elto,
500: 2-hp. Elto. $50: 112-h.p EYinrude,
$3.50; 20-h.p. EVinrude. Ssh: 9-hp.
johnson, SIS; i4-h.p. Elto. S65; 14-h.p.
Caille racer, s45: 16-h.p. Motorgo, 500.
131 11th st. Sc.
SPEEDBOAT 1s-ft. Dodge utility. mahog-
Wharf, No. 13B910. or Ii. 0472-J. L
SAILBOAT for sale. 15-ft. length. GIFT.
beam, all cypress hull Marconi sloop. rigging
complete hollow mast. Call Mr.. Tyler,
AT. 1890 day DU 174a evening
Evening star., 1940-09-01

MAN. colored, wants work as janitor in
small apt house; exchange services 1or
ant Hobart 4630
Evening star., 1940-09-01
TEACHERS WANTED.
Register now. NumerOuS IaII NaCdNN
2O4 COLORADO BLDG. RE. l712.
NnT7NT
Gan IUtSudy, HLS, = ~ ~ -
BOYD EMPLOYMENT,
HELP WANTED.

Adjustor, m. under 80; see Mr.. Boyd;
sal Sl25 month. ao.
Circulation mgr, M; sal, S25 wk.
Steno., f.; wholesale house see Miss
Young: sal, open.
Dictaphone opr., f.; sal, open,
Elec. engr., m. recent grad: Sl3O mo.
Elec. craftsman m. a openings: SAL
Typist. P B X. f.: dept. store; see
Miss knight: salary. omen.
N c. r. cashier, f., sal. open.
Life inSur salesman, m l.; no previous
exp.; salary SO wk. and commission.
Sales mgr, m; domestic retss.: SAL
S4O-S50 Wk
Steno. +; credit house: sal, ST.
Steno., f.; haberdashery; sal. open.
Comptometer opr., NJ, good typlst' SAL
Laundry driver m. exp; sal, SEQ wk.
Bookkeeper, T., knowledge shtd.; SAL
Personnel clerk, f., college background;
for vocational guidance sal. : SlS-SEO.
Acct. m, c. P. A; ofice; SAL, S3o-S4O
Jr. steno. m: see Miss Day: sal. So mo.
Steno., f.; RECEIPT. finance CO; sal, open
9TH grade engineer, M see MISS FoA'
sal. $50 and meals.
Gas station mgr. m; sal. open.
Practical nurse, T.; sal, 500 T. ana D.
Housekeeper f.. sal, SO, +. and b.
Auto mechanic. m: salary $50 WK
fabrication mech. m: sal. open, -,
Grocery clerk. local exp: sal. Sd %k;
Soda girl, +, m. G openlngS)' SAL 80
Dress salesgirl: see Miss East; sal. Sl7
and commission,
Sandwich girl, sal, SIS and meals.
PERSONNEL SERVICE,
Evening star., 1940-09-01

BRYANT air-conditioning unit. gas 500.
Terms 10 suit. ] S. lie FevTe, 20O7 K st.
NV. Republic 0Ol1.
CAFETERIA STEAM TABLE cold buffet
and sandwich section 2S f. lone: used .
mos; cost 81 300 will sell for $3.50. Call
Miss DOOiittlp DT Aol0
Evening star., 1940-09-01
SITUATIONS MEN G. WOMEN.

COUPLE. colored. respectable, wishes place
as jantor: best reference 200 / st. NV.
Henry Knight Call or write.
COUPLE, refined settled, desires care of
small apartment house or rooming house.
References Box 199-M, Star. l.
RETIRED responsible couple will manage
apartment, private residence or rooming
house in exchange for apartment. Expe-
rlenced p. B. x. operator Woodley $3.50
SETTLED COUPLE will give services for
comfortable room and meals; references.
Write J. w. Warren. r. F, d. No. l, Fair
fax Va
Evening star., 1940-09-01

FUR JACKET. mink, cost s295 last season;
ike new; S95. Also seal cost, S25. Phone
Woodley 6932
Evening star., 1940-09-01

ANTIQUE BEDROOM sUTTE-An authen-
tic Copy OF an 18th Century dresser, chest
on chest and handsome 4-poster bed in
dull Honduras mahogany. This is a sample
suite and has never been stored. Also
very fine apiece Georgian living room
suite in excellent condition; guaranteed
SaRlesS construction; has never been stored.
VIII accept trade-in on either suite
nd OIL Lihnra1
Evening star., 1940-09-01
ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS.

BLACK TOP ROADS CO.,
Builders of asphalt driveways. tennis court,
Free estimates. Time payments. MA. 0i64
DI. 2R4S. evenings
Evening star., 1940-09-01

MAN, young, age 81, 3 yrs Army, expert
ence in machinist trade and radio installer
desires work of any kind. Jackson 159S-W.
Evening star., 1940-09-01
SITUATIONS MEN.

SECRETARY. Office executive. age 40, varied
experience. desires high-grade position OF
trust Box 169M, Star.
WATCHMAN white can give the best of
CITY references: reliable. sober. EN-. 3041.s
Evening star., 1940-09-01

MAN colored. 81 years, wants work as
3anitor; handy with tools. co. 655O.
Evening star., 1940-09-01
BEAUTY PARLORS.

FOR RENT-Beauty shop equip: appr.
90 pcs. inc perm. wave mach, not an
Evening star., 1940-09-01

DINETTE SET, s pc, SO; 1865 liv. rr
suite, $50: SIS sol. nah. bookcase. S25.
Misc. arts. 1902 N. Edgevood. Arlington.
Evening star., 1940-09-01
SITUATIONS WOMEN.

CoMPANIoN-NURsE exp, mature. for
elderly lady: go anywhere; meet reauire-
@Sh}Q 9Sa-M GHt STAR ari'inS' no monuments BOX
COMPANION NURSE. capable, cheerful
disposition, experienced for elderly lady
in refined home; refs. North 5319.
DTETITIAN. experienced in institutional
work desires position with school or club.
DRESsMAKER. tailor, lady. expert, desires
person by day, or at. home satiisiacto9
Store experience. e. Taylor 65S6 9''O' A''N
DRESSMAKER (white), stylish remodeling,
alterations; home or out by day; prompt
service. AID a672.
ENGINEER; 5th class, elevator license, exp
mechanical repairs: refs. Michigan 1919.
EXECUTIVE SECY., college grad, - yrs.
S3eial; SS editorial and research experience.
GIRL, white, wants position nurse, upstairs
work: Sj5 per month; stay sorna nights
experienced; city reference. Box 63-R
Star.
HoUsEKEEPER or helper in rooming or
9335 i
HoUsEKEEPER, white, mature. efficient;
6epeTm depenTdaPle for gseindtleman Or employed
changed Box 3S5-M, Star.
HOUSEKEEPER white widow. wishes posi-
ton with employed couple; can care for |
child. plain cooking full responsibilities;
best ref Box l96-M. Star.
LADY, white. desires work as housekeeper
for employed couple; full charge; live out;
ST. per wk.; experienced; reference. Box
LADY would manage apt house or prac-
refs Phone co. 5S54
LADY (whitel will take care Of child in
her homet 50 week. Mrs. LaSage, ""15
Washington circle NV. RE. "+16. IL
position Of kindersarten: music teacher.
knowledee tipping. Box 20l-M. Star.
NURSE, trained for infant, 81, long exp;
American naturalized dietician: min, Sl5
wk.: local ref Box "49-M. Star. 6'
PRACTICAL NURSE (babv cases pre-
fferredl in semitic family; will cook. NJ W.
Harvey. li51 Park rd. NV
PRACTICAL NURSE. exp, wants dav or
night work, Sl5 week Emerson 0SS9.
PRACTICAL NURSING. experienced: ref
erence: day preferred. Lincoln SOAR.
TYPIST. experienced. knowledge OF book
keeping. knows general offce routine: young
married girl; good qualifications and refer
WOMAN, refined; young @1 wishes light
WO O65g
WOMAN. colOred general housework; re-
liable, neat; references. WI. 6l37.
WOMAN. responsible. cook. housekeeper
for widow or care of invalds or infants;
local ref. DI. 2194
WOMAN. middle age. white wishes job as
housekeeper in motherless home; congenial
atmosphere. Va pref Mrs Mary Atkins,
Rockville, Md. R F. D. 3 Ashton 1921. j.
Evening star., 1940-09-01

FRIGIDAIRE. good condition. $1,000.
Basement, No. II N 81. NV.
Evening star., 1940-09-01

GIRL. light colored wants lob. general
housework or cooking; stay some nights.
S1p1
Evening star., 1940-09-01

live in; reference. DI 3049
GIRLS, colored, experienced, want full
time, or days work; city reference. Ii.
Evening star., 1940-09-01

CLOTHING-Ladies' coats. suit dresses,
size 20; reasonable Also living room fur
niture Call Dupont 633a
Evening star., 1940-09-01

MAN, young, age 90, wants work OF any
kind, elevator and telephone operator
TI1no0t O1Ou
Evening star., 1940-09-01

SCHOOLGIRL, colored wishes full or
! part time job as mothers helper. Dorothy.
.Ol4 18th
Evening star., 1940-09-01

MAID. colored wants work in small quiet
family: $40 and car fare; no Sunday work
or children. 1907 Tea St, 1st floor.
Evening star., 1940-09-01

BEAUTY SHOP-Expensively equipped; fine
local ton; rent S75; does SIPS wkly.; total
weekly expense including salary and rent,
Evening star., 1940-09-01
SITUATIONS MEN.

refsrence' political and otherwise: strictly
+emnersfe neat appearance free to travel;
has Travelled extensively, experienced sales
man, ability to contact executives and hlsh-
class clientele: desires position Washlng-
ton or elsewhere as custodian manager,
companion, salesman or clerk; reasonable
salary; give phone details. will arrange
prompt Interview; services now avalan4e'
RnY 81 1-R. star
Evening star., 1940-09-01

COMPLETE FURNISHINGS for six-room
house all or part. 203 Webster ST. n W
CORNET, French Selmer, gold lacquer,
less than ] year old. new condition, COM
plete with gladstone case, mutes. hat, etc;
8 90 90 cash Phone BerWyn oQ5