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Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09
CHAPTER v

Still, she did not intend to 60 to
the library.
She couldn't 60 to the library any,
way, because Joe as was usual on
Saturdays called for Cecilia, and it
was natural that they should all
walk out into the cold streets to-
gether. Joe took them to the drug
store counter, and they had toasted
tl1ree-decker sandwiches and coffee.
It was then almost half past three
o'clock, and Sheila was long way
from the Law Library on Broadway.
Then it seemed that Joe wanted
to see a man in Brooklyn about a
job. Cecilia said she would 60, too,
and they could stop and see Aunt
Teresa. Joe, as always when he
was with his girl, looked darkly ra-
diant; Cecilia was as usual COM
posed and quiet under his atten-
tons.
At twenty-five minutes of four
Sheila found herself alone in the
cold, dirty, dark street. Snow was
threatened; the sky was ominous
and low, the air had a cool, fresh
rush.
She hesitated; walked a block
east. No, she wouldn't keep this
date with Peter! She turned and
went resolutely westward, and into
the subway hood. She was going
home.
Resolutely, Sheila changed to an
express train, was whirled north,
under the laundering streets. She
got out at One Hundred and Forty
ninth Street, as she always had
done, mounted to the sidewalk level,
1oitered at the bakery window. COT
fee cakes; Ma loved them. Little
chocolate layer cakes with holes in
the middle. The girl was sticking
tiny clean signs into them: "To-
days special, Is cents"
The drugstore clock said three
forty-eight. Suddenly, breathlessly,
Sheila had turned, had crossed the
street to the downtown subway, had
plunged in her nickel, and pushed
through the turnstile. She took a
Broadway and Seventh Avenue
train. Instantly she was rushing
southwark.
She was on her way. She would be
late. No matter, he would wait. A
great relief inundated her heart.
Sheila had given in. No use fighting
it any longer; she had to see him.
The Law Library was on the fifth,
and top, floor of a dark old rubber
scented building, whose mahogany
boxed elevators tottered on their
way up. Everything looked grim
and smelled OF dust. The closed
doors of all the offices they passed
were of dull old opaque glass, dinly
lettered in Clipped black.
Peter was not in sight. Sheila
stood hesitant, with shame and self
contempt in her heart. But after a
long minute he touched her on the
arm; he had come quietly up be-
hind her and was smiling at her.
"Good grill" he said in approval.
And Sheila was instantly sorry that
she had come. 1t was giving in to
him; he had known that she would;
he was taking her for granted.
'.You look SWELL" he said, evil
IDENTIFY surprised at her smartness.
Suddenly everything was fiat and
ooh, I was sort of playing part
that night" she explained.
He did not hear her, because he
Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09

5 WeI Ing THESE
days. Here is one
that came in yes
terday.
Customer (look-
ing it over)-Has
it been driven
much?
Salesman = 1t
depends on what
is m e a n t b y
Er,,yob - 7 frx, m
Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09
Practical Scottie and
Overall Boy Cutouts

HERE are pictured two more
: new practical and decorative
cutouts which we offer to you.
These designs are to be traced on
wallboard, plywood or thin lurn-
Der. Jig, coping or keyhole saw
may be used to cut them out, and
when painted they become attrac-
tive ornaments for your lawn.
The 14-inch scottie comes on
pattern Z9087, IS cents. "Please
Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09

derstand direct from headquarters
that it is ninety horse, but would
rather not say so on my own re-
sponsibility.
Customer - Has it four-wheel
brakes, shock absorbers and the
new magnetic shift?
Salesman-The catalogue, which 1
have every reason to believe is cor
rect, says so. 1t is my belief that
it has. But if you decide to take
this one I will crawl under and
check up to make certain. In fact,
I would feel it my duty to do so.
Customer-How many miles does
it give to the gallon?
Salesman (who has been dread
ing this one)-I was afraid of that.
And you will have to accept what
ever I say as being my best opin-
ion. The factory says it will do
twenty to the gallon, our sales man.
ager has been heard to claim twen-
ty-four and we have customers who
claim they only get eighteen. Wash
ington thinks nineteen is better
estimate. I would be inclined to
string along with the government
and avoid criticism.
Customer (now little less en-
thusiastic)- you any good
used cars?
Salesman-That is a question we
have to be very careful about an
Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09
THE CAUTIOUS SALESMAN

THE CAUTIUUS SALESMAN
(''The automobile industry is
asked by the Federal Trade
commission to adopt code.
Under it there must be no ex-
aggeration of gasoline mileage.
And in selling a second hand
car strict truth as to it's history
is demanded. News Item.)
Customer Interested in a new
car)-This looks like a wonderful
car for the money?
Salesman-Well, l wouldn't want
to go that far.
Customer-It's by far the best
looking job on the market today.
Coulee City dispatch. [volume] (Coulee City, Wash.) 19??-19??, 1940-05-09
Cant Eat, Can't
Sleep, Awful Gas
nHEcGEc HEM1T
PRESSES HEART

"Gas on my stomach was so bad could
not eat or sleep. It even seemed to press on
first dose brought me relief. Now I eat as
wish, sleep fine, and never felt better
Mrs. Jas. Filler. Adlerika acts on BOTH
upper and lower bowels. Adlerika gives your
out waste matter that may have caused GAS
BLOATING, sour stomach, headaches,
nervousness, and sleepless nights. Adlerika
contains five carminatives and three laxatives
spoonful usually relieves GAS and constipa-
ton. Adlerika does not grippe, is not habit
forming.
Sold at all drug stores
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
National A.A.U.


Over the weekend and for the next
four or five days to come, the chances
are you will be seeing many inquisi-
tive looking youngsters staring adver-
tently at their surroundings-th
reason-the A.A.U. National Cham
pionships at the Gardens. From the
Rocky Coast of Maine to the Sunkist
Shore of California-from almost
everywhere youthful pugilists, they
of the amateur standing, have, by this
time, packed their ring trunks and
their gym shoes and their specially
prepared liliments-yes, and even
their hopes and dreams-into little
bags or knapsacks and have already
or are preparing to step optimistically
onto trains that will bring them to the
Hub of the Universe. The Spring de-
notes many things but to these young
aspirants for the 'honor of honors"
this one means above all elsa
chance to gain fistic recognition and
the glory and prestige that go along
with a champion.
The championships will be held on
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of
next week, and they will be truly ma
tional in scope, what with thirty
states and the territory of Hawaii
represented. Already those from the
more distant points are here and those
coming from the nearby places, like
New York and Philadelphia, will ar
rive the first thing in the morning. All
of these boys are champs in their own
neighborhoods and will unquestionably
give a real demonstration of fstic
SUGGEST. From far-off Atlanta, Ca,
comes word that the champions, who
won the right to represent the all
Southern Colored Tournament, are
ready to go. And similar cry comes
from many other points, which can
only mean that spOrt-loving Boston is
in for another great treat. To all you
readers of the tower, to all you who
love sport, especially boxing, don't
miss this event for the likes of such
happen only once a year-that being
when the national champions make
their annual pilgrimage to this fair
city to settle their differences. So
it's on to the Gardens all you title
seekers and you who love good, clean
sport
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
= SPORTLICHT
By GEORGE r. SHELLEY
THE STORY OF THE WEEK

From here on everyone knows full
well how the story goes: of how Louis
became the fistic sensation; of how he
set up record upon record for quick
fights, until finally, after many knock
outs, he was given another chance at
championship-this time in an en-
tirely different atmosphere; for to win
now would mean more than Just pres
tige-it would mean an end to all the
privations that had been his and his
family's for many years. Perhaps
that night, as he awaited his golden
opportunity, his mind might have car
ried him far from his battlefront to
the Boston Arena where back in 1888
he tried valiantly to become a Ma
tional Champion-and failed. Also,
he might have wondered if fate were
going to turn him down again. Per-
haps the mere thought of that dis
heartening chapter in his career might
have even given him an indomitable
courage; for surely once in the ring
he showed all sorts of talent and was
crowned the new champion. He ac-
complished something that night not
only for himself but for all boxing.
The game took on a new life and he
was to keep it alive with his earnest
ness and crowd appeal.
Since then Joe Louis has been
known as the fighting champ" He
has defended his laurels no fewer
than ten times successfully. He gave
the sports writer's a chance to use new
adiectives in describing heavyweight
bouts and a chance to compare some
of the former great fighters with a
present day performer And what is
more, he gave rise to the question of
whether or not a champion should
retire undefeated as funny did with
out first having given all contenders
chance at the diadem. But most of
all he has displayed a craftsmanship
that has endeared him not only to the
public but to other young boys who
are bent on following the fistic trails
to glory and security.
And this is the real story of the
week; for this week right here in the
same city where Joe made his national
debut, many young hopefuls are going
to try their best to get some recogni-
ton in the ring just as Louis did back
there in 1888. Of course, it's a long
way from the A.A.U. Championships
to where Joe Louis is today; but he
has set wonderful example by not
having been discouraged back there
on that night and by continuing on
and on until he realized his goal. That
is truly what sports are for-to
strengthen character and self-deter-
mination to see a thing through to the
end
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
Lou Montgomery on
Ineligible List?

Football stuck his head into the
imelight this week as though to re-
mind all that it is thinking of next
fall and big things to come. All over
the country, the college teams are
going through their spring training
which has become vital part of foot
ball. Out at BIC. the news is not so
encouraging for they have pretty
heavy schedule staring them in the
face and now comes word that some of
the key-men, in that important ma
chine, are ineligible thus far. With
such listing of games and a chance
at national recognition, it would do
we'll for the players to get down to
real honest-to goodness study. Sadly
enough, Lou Montgomery name was
among those listed.
This is mentioned to try to clarity
any misconceptions people might have
gotten about the boys academic abil-
ity. Those who know him are aware
of the fact that he has very alert
mind, (why, his play on the gridiron
bears that out), but very few people
realize what one must go through in
order to display that type of brilliance
During the season in which an athlete
participates, especially under high
pressure football, he must give maxi
mum attention to practice and fill in
his studying wherever he can. Of
course there is little time for books
and even if there was it is doubtful
that the physical body would allow
very much; so as a consequence the
boys have accomplished very little
accidentally. All of which must be
made up in a very short space of time.
Ineligibilities sometimes result from
overdue papers or some other such
extra work. Just what is the cause
of Montgomerry's ineligibility is not
known but we feel that a great injus-
tice will be done to the young man by
giving vent to petty gossip concerning
his academic awareness. The column
would like to say to Lou that we
look forward to writing about your
achievements next fall. So hurry-up
and get that paper in or whatever the
work may chance to be and feel as
sured that your many friends are still
with you.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
Gil Walker Will
Be Great Dashman

Boston Colleges Jack Ryder is loud
in his praises of his Freshman track
star, Gil Walker. He insists that Gil
will be one of the greatest dashmen
New England has ever produced. It
does seem quite evident that the
trackster is heading for outstanding
performances, if one can judge cor
rectly by what he showed during the
indoor season. Walker competed in
all the big meets, here at the Gardens,
and was always a finalist. Against
such speedsters as Thompson, Ellebre
and Peacock, he showed excellent
form. May he keep up the splendid
work for his alma mater.
Speaking of track, little hope is
seen at this writing for the Olympics
in Finland. 1t doesn't seem possible
that they could get ready for such a
large affair in such a comparatively
short time. However, there will be
several big meets held this season
throughout the country which should
prove interesting both to the competi-
tors and the public.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
Burleigh Sings
palms for 10th Yr.

NEW YORK-(C)-For the for
tieth consecutive year Harry T. Bur
leigh, famed baritone and composer,
sang palms" for the congregation of
st. Georges Protestant Episcopal
Church on Palm Sunday. The event,
which always draws a capacity crowd,
occurred toward the close of the morn
ing services according to the annual
custom and again in the afternoon
when 20 children and % adults were
confirmed.
"I'm seventy-three," said Mr.. Bur
leigh, after the services, "Isn't that
awful? Isn't that terrible?"
The mellow voiced singer acquired
his position as St. Georges baritone
soloist on March, 1894, when he was
chosen among sixty.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
To Let
Bright's Real Estate

William H. Bright, formerly of
Brights Real Estate, 397 Mass. Ave,
has given up his office and is now re-
siding at the residence of Mr.. and
Mrs. James Critchlow, % Claremont
Park, Boston.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06

Just seven Springs ago a young
man came to Boston with all the hopes
and anxiety any youth would show
toward the browning amateur event
of the year-the National Champion
ships. He was known throughout his
section as a coming headliner in the
boxing world, but so were many
others who were making the same
trip for the same purpose. Just as
the others did, he, too, prepared him.
self we'll for this-the opportunity of
opportunities in the fistic world. There
was the necessary training that had
to be gotten sometime between work
ing hours; for he wasn't as fortunate
as most young boys of his age. He
had to work hard during the day in
a factory in order TO help stave off
starvation which sometimes confronts
fatherless family. He had always
been clean-living boy, free from
habits like drinking and smoking; but
the training so vital to success in the
ring was a real problem. After every
working day he would spend long
hours punching the bag, strengthen
ing his muscles and developing his en-
durance. He knew that his coming
opportunity would place exacting
pressure on his physical being.
Then one day after long and tedi-
Gus preparation, he boarded a train
bound for Boston-and a chance at
new life, he thought, if he could only
win. Not many were there to see
him off, or the rest of the boxing team
of which he was member. That was
in 1933-right in the midst of hard
times and people weren't too interest
ed in sporting events, especially anna
teurs. No matter; this didn't dim
his hopes of something he had longed
to have-the national championship at
his weight. Finally there came the
weighing time and he stepped onto the
scales after giving his name as-Joe
Louis-he, the current heavyweight
king.
Despite the year, there was very
good class of amateurs who answered
the call to fistic glory. Joe worked
his way through the trials and then
was to meet "guy" named Marek.
Well, the longer you stay in this type
of tournament the tougher the com
petition becomes, a fact which all the
fighters realized only too well. In
this particular bout, Marek proved to
be the better and was awarded the
decision. This was most discouraging
to Joe, but not to the extent of max
ing him forget the hopes and dreams
that were once so cherished. To be
sure it was a setback; but to the
amateur it is always a challenge to
come back again. From there Joe
put in more long hours of training
and still more until finally he was
ready for even greater things than all
amateurism could offer-he was ready
for the "big time.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
The Baseball Season
Is Actually Here

Last week the comments were only
casually put as regards the so-called
sport of sports-baseball. But now
comes time when something more
than just that must be said for in an
other two weeks the teams will be
starting their quests for the titles
Judging from all accounts, thus far,
the Red Sox may develop into a real
threat this year for the pitching
shows promise of amounting to some
thing. Of course, their batting was
supposed to have been all right last
year but the catching department still
shows signs of weakness, which is
mighty bad because it is here that a
team usually stands or falls. Let's
hope for the best for, after all, world
series in town would be something to
have. The Bees, on the other hand,
are not given much change to do any
better than 7th place at the very
best. You never can tell, however,
for they have a lot of young ball
players who will always be in there
trying to make good and as a conse-
quence may be able to spur the team
on to the first division, or, at least,
something better than 7th place.
Locally, that is to say among the sand
loters, the column hasn't as yet re-
ceived any news in regard to their
hopes for the coming season. But with
certainty there will be many teams
and good teams, which will mean good
games for the public. Attention local
managers-send your baseball news
into the column in order that your
public may know more definitely what
you are doing!
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
SURPRISE THE FORDS ON THEIR
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

A surprise wedding reception was
given by the Dunbar Associates Club,
IS Franklin St., Cambridge, Thursday
evening, March %, to celebrate the
wedding of Mr.. and Mrs. Andrew w.
Ford of Cambridge. The ballroom was
beautifully decorated with touching
tones of midnight blue lights. A beau
tiful wedding cake was presented,
adjoining the beautifully spread din
ing room table. One hundred guests
were in attendance. Many useful
gifts were received and substantial
check from the club.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06

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42-11. NJ. Reynolds of the visitors
was high scorer with thirteen points.
The game was played Saturday, Mar.
30 at Lincoln Jr. High-R. E. S.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
To Let
IL 8
TO LET

Two furnished rooms on bath room
floor with hot and cold water. Elderly
couple preferred. Mrs. Fraction, 205
W. Springfield St., Boston.
The guardian. [volume] (Boston, Mass.) 1901-1960, 1940-04-06
Providence Comets ~
Maiden Celtics III
By "chiekie" JvooIes

Tired and exhausted from their
drive from Newport, R. l., where they
trounced the basketeers there 44-9,
the Maiden Celtics fell an easy prey
at the hands Of that smooth and al
most superlative human machine of
the Providence Comets by score of
The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-28

The German Official News Agency reported that eight British planes had been shot down (compared to three German) in a mass raid on a Thames Estuary airdrome, where Nazi pilots reported grounded planes and hangars were bombed into a mass of ruins." On the southeast coast, apparently at Dover or FolkeStOne, a United Press correspondent reported that relays of German planes filled the sky for two hours in bombardment directed at RAF bases in the Earnby Hills. This dispatch failed to mention opposi- ton to the German planes by RAF fighters, but other advices told of fierce dog fights as the British pur. suit ships engaged the Germans elsewhere along the coast and inland.
 British sources charged the Nazis with carrying out ''terroriStic" raids on many towns, which allegedly were bombed despite absence of military objectives.
 Italian bombing planes for the first time raided Port Said, at the Mediterranean entrance of the Suez Canal-chief objective of the Ital- ian campaign in Africa and again struck at the great British naval base of Alexandria. British sources said damage was slight.
 The Italians also again bombed Haifa, the Palestine oil terminal.
 Maxi Planes Rear Across
 Wave after wave of German bombing planes roared over the Brit ish coast early this aftrenoon and many bomb explosions echoed through the nearby hills
 The bombing continued for almost two hours. Smoke columns ap- peared over the cliffs (presumably near Doyer) as the bombs thudde0 like a gigantic and horrible bOWlin8 game in the hills.
 The bombing planes were attacked by anti-aircraft guns and pompoms. Black bursts of shells broke around
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1940-08-28
Democratic Committee
 Will Keep Hands Off
Will Not Enter 10th District Senatorial Fight-Local Regime Will Favor Blansfied Against CuI=
 hane In 18th

The Democratic town committee will maintain a hands off" atti- tude in the 16th senatorial district primary, it appeared today. Though the organization will back Attorney Michael V. Mansfield against Sena- tor George T. Culhane, in the 18th district, so much opposition has been expressed to any specific endorse ment in the other district that 1t is hardly likely that any will be given.
 The 18th district battle is being fought by Senator Edward P. Egan, ex-Senator Joseph H. Lawlor and William ripper" Conley. Senator Egan defeated Conley for the nom- ination two years ago after bitter convention fight. Senator Lawlor was not in the race in 1888, but has announced his candidacy this year. Both Egan and Lawlor have strong support, with members ot the town committee from the fourth and fifth wards, which make up the senatorial district, apparently about evenly divided in their sympathies
 May Endorse Egan
 There have been reports that Mayor Scully would endorse Egan as he did Attorney Blansfield g short time ago, but the mayor him. self has never said that he planned definite commitment for one can didate or the other. In fact, the situation is now such that the (Continued on Page 9