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The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
THE LEGION CONVENTION

The Key West Convention Corpora
ton l. making excellent progress towards
arral.g .ging for the state convention of the
American Legion in this city next April A
publicity committee a committee on hotels
and committee OF financing this city's
biggest convention effort are working and
Vorking hard.
In the financial arrangements the
Convention corporation is meeting with the
usual difficulties. 7Ionroe county has con-
tributed part of the 81 900 it promised and
the remainder will be forthcoming But
the city of Key West has not contributed
its $1,000, nor is this assured. 1t remains
to be seen whether the city will contribute
its share of the expense involved.
Confronting this problem, the commit
tee of the Key West Convention Corpora
ton dealing with financial arrangements
is considering other means of raising
money. What the plans are will not be
revealed until later but it is certain that
the general public, the same public that
will benefit from this state convention, is
to be asked to contribute.
Nothing should stand in the way of
the Convention corporation arrangements.
No other organization should undertake
anything that would interfere with this eff
fcrt. No carnival or street show of any
Kind should be permitted, except as it is
arranged for the American Legion's con-
ventiOn corporation.
Key West needs this convention. The
convention corporation has promised that
all money, except for actual expenses of
the convention, will be turned back to the
ci.y. Everyone stands to benefit, for other
organizations will try to arrange state con-
ventions for this city once t is proved it
can b. che. It can and will be done. 1t
must be done, for the sake of Key West
and Monroe county.
Clear the way for the American
Legion's state convention!
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
VICHY CAN'T DELIVER

Peace negotiations between France
ard Germany have been suspended until
all fighting terminates.
1t appears that the efforts of Vice
Premiere Pierre Laval to collaborate with
Reich Fuehrer. Hitler have been nullified
by British resistance and by the Vichy
Governments lack of control of French
colonial possessions.
With the Stree French forces of
General De Gaalle vigorously operating in
French Equatorial Africa and with other
evidences that French colorial forces have
deterra led to resist any effort to turn
them over to Spain, Italy or Germany, the
Vichy Government is unable to deliver the
odS Hitlar desires.
This development should be encourag-
ing to the British and to the Greeks.
Moreover, if there is any truth in persistent
runners that Marshal Weygand, who is in
Africa, has definitely broken with the
Vichy Government. there is the possibility
of other good news for the fighting demo-
cracieS.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
BY RUSSELL KAY

Ed Menninger set about trying
to get just that kind of data. He
wrote to hundreds of libraries, to
publishers, to colleges. in fact
everywhere he could think of,
and secured every available book
on the subject of choosing a voca-
ton. As the books and pamph-
lets were received he read each
one with care, discarding more
than he kept but finally built up
a unique vocational library"
which was placed at the disposal
of students in the local high
schools.
That was just the first step. He
interested his local Rotary Club
in the proposition and got the
organization to help finance the
project. But just assembling
the library was not enough, he
had to figure out a way to get
the boys and girls to thinking
about vOcations, so he arranged
for a contest through his news
paper and got the school authori-
ties to cooperate by requiring
that all students, as part of
their school work, be required to
write an essay on Why 1 would
choose such and such voca-
tion", leaving it entirely up to
the student to select any voca-
ton they wished from the wide
variety covered in the vocation
al library" Small prizes were
offered for the best essays in sew
eral different classifications and
the winning essays were publish
ed in the paper.
Today in his files Ed Mennin-
ger has every vocational essay
written by the boys and girls of
his community. He probably
knows more about the kids of
high school age in his town than
anyone else. He has helped grad
yates to find work to their hk-
ing. Business men turn to him
for his suggestions as to where
they can find a bright boy or girl
for their store or office. So sue
cessful is the plan that Rotary In
ternational gave it national pub
licity and encouraged the eStab-
lishment of similar vocational IL
braries in hundreds of other COM
munties.
While other men turn to golf
or fishing or something else as
a hobby, Ed Menninger turns to
aiding the youngsters in his COM
munity and is getting whale of
a kick out of it. He offers
shining example of what news
paperman can do for commun-
ity in the way of helpful, con-
structive community service.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
THE KEY WEST CITIZEN

WILL always seek the truth and print it
wiI3,- fear and without favor; never be
AFRAID to attack wrong or to applaud right;
ways fight tor progress; never be the or
ran or the mouthpiece of any person, clique,
faction or class; always do its utmost for the
Eiu1tice; dcnounce vice and praise virtue,
-'m'nend good done by Individual or organ
Ion; tolerant Of others rights, views and
Mons; print only news that will elevate
md not contaminate the reader; never COM
promise with principle.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
TOO LATE TO
CLASSIFY

! Each year the high schools of
the nation turn out their quota of
! graduates boys and girls who
soCn must take their place in
the community as useful citizens.
Most of us older folks are too
busy with our own affairs to
give these kids much thought
! As parents, perhaps, we may
/ pause now and then to cogitate
on the question of what Willie"
or Mary will be" when they
grow up. In a hazy sort of way
we realize that they are going 20
have to do something. Natural
/ ly we want these youngsters to
become successful We hope ticy
will find 4 job, get into some kind
of business, lC1Tn a trade and
eventually make their way in
the world, but We don't give them
much constructive help or intel
ligent direction. For the most
part these eager, bright-eyed
hOpefuls are left to solve life's
problems as best they can.
While our schools and colleges
offered courses intended to equip
the student to enter business or
profession, practically nothing
was offered in the way of help
ing a young man or woman
choose a vocation. The woods
were full of text books that taught
the fundamental or basic facts
needed by the prospective law
yer, doctor, accountant, mechanic
and countless other vocations,
there was practically nothing that
offered the slightest assistance to
anyone who was concerned with
the problem of choosing voca-
ton. In short, there were plenty
of chow to- books but no why"
books
Ed Menninger, publisher of the
Stuart News, got to thinking
about it and decided that we
should not wait until our kids
are out of school before doing
anything to aid them in finding
their life's work, and with this
thought in view he devised a
scheme designed to acquaint the
boys and girls in Martin County
Junior and Senior High Schools
with data and information that
would be of practical help to
them in deciding upon a voca-
ton.
In talking with the youngsters
ne found out that most of them
didn't know what they wanted
ito be-. One lad thought he
might like to become an account
ant, but he didn't know why.
A young girl imagined she
would like to operate a beauty
shop, but she likewise didn't
KNOW why =.
Both youngsters were interest
ed. They had vague ideas as to
their future vocations but the
fundamental things they should
know TO intelligently decide
weren't To be found in books
available to them, such as the
advantages and disadvantages
which such occupations offered;
what it cost to establish such
business; how much income
might be expected: whether the
field was crowded or offered op-
portunity; what kind of life
would a person have In such
work; what hours were demand
ed; what were the pitfalls
these were the things they need
ed to know and there was no
where to turn for the answers.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Unobtrusive Switzerland, one of the
last remaining strOngholds o. democracy.
and one of the least and yet best govern
n.eRts in tumultuOus world, is on the
spot. Recent Outbursts against the Swiss
n itaiy's controlled press lead to the sus-
piciOn that MusSolni covets the peaceful
and weil-intentioned little republic.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

In his address to the American
people on ArmiStice Day, Mr.
Wendell Willkie pointed out that
nearly fifty million people on No
vember 5th kept constitutional
government ''triumphantly alive"
IN the United States when they
exercised the precious right of
the franchise. This demOnstra-
ton of the free system Of gov
eminent" in action, he suggests,
must give hope to millions upon
millions of other people through
out the world.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
SLUGGISH KIDNEYS
DUE TO DIET
HARD TO CORRECT

Use meats. starches, tea. coffee
verv sparinglv Live mostly on
fruits. vegetables, milk and drink
lots of soft water. If burning.
scanty, frequent or off-color
elimination cause rheumatic pain.
backache. headache or loss of
pep. Help the kidneys. Give
them a gentle lift. Use a kidney
evacuant. Ask any druggist for
BUKETS. Your Csc back in "a
hours if not pleased. Locally at
Olivieri's Drug Store.-advt.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Mr.. WILKES acceptance of
most of the New Deal legislation
in principle, removed them as
campaign issues but this should
not cause US TO lose sight Of the
fact that there exists. II Congress
and throughout the nation a
large bloc OF Conservative
strength. Whether Conservative
Democrats and Conservative Re
publicans get together for q
presidential campaign or not the
Conservatives in Congress Wii
often cooperate by their votes.
even if they belong 10 different
parties
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Is there a sound reason for the con-
tinuance of the Electoral College? There
ou!d be constitutional amendment re-
clirirg presidential elections to be settled
by the direct vote of the people, especially
in view of the possibility that a candidate
receiving the popular vote can be defeated.
The Electoral College has served its pur-
pose, besides it hasn't got football team.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Freedom is a gift from the past,
wlgng from the toll and blood of patriots,
but I is not at all certain that it will be a
leGac5 to the future unless we do our part
IN : remain steadfastly vigilant.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

The defeated candidate for the
presidency took cOgnizance of the
bitterness in the campaign, say
ing, Many things were said,
which, in calmer moments, might
have been left unsaid or might
have been worded more thought
fully. This bitterness, he as
serted, was a distortion, not a
true reflection" of what is in our
hearts. Later, in his address. In
a conciliatOry attitude, he point
ed out that both candidates prom
ised to keep this country out of
war unless attacked and added,
Mr.. Roosevelt was reelected
and this solemn pledge for him.
l know, will be fulfilled"
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

WILLKIE GIVES VIEWS
FAvoRS five STEPS"
ORGANIZES OPPOSITION
TWO-PARTY SET-uP
RE-ALIGNMENT INVISIBLE
FDR'S PERSONAL VICTORY
SOME DISADVANTAGES
CAN WILLKIE REFORM COP?
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

OH and bewhiskered Uncle Sam is
'aing pictured as wOoing Latin-America, a
coy and young maiden. AS a fact Tio
samuel is very much younger than the pic
tured senOrita, and while romance is out
of the question their present relations may
be the beginning of beautiful friendship.
though Hitler and also GeneraliSSimO
n~o appear to be butting in to mar the
ol4,onic relationship but Pop has the
'Ii.ero" tc put other woOers ''hors de
cOnc0urSe''
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

"A national election campaign in This
country is time out for the electorate to
form and express opinions on the issues
before it ard to decide who are to be the
leaders in Nation and State. Now that
tLis has been decided it Lehooves all of us
to unite on all fronts and support the peo-
Piles choice, in all matters pertaining to
defense and foreign affairs. Bitter as has
been the campaign and strong as are he
emotions engendered, there is nothing to
prevent zeal national unity, and if the
European dictators think to the contrary
and believe there will be nat.> nal disunity
on account of the results of the election
they will find themselves deeply ana sadly
disappointed.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

For years. political observers
have been predicting a realisn-
ment of political strength IN tins
country based largely upon the
belief that a Liberal leader VIII
attract Liberals IN both parties
and that, naturally. an opposition
Conservative viii attract the SUD
port of Conservatives This pro
cess made little. if anv. progress
during the recent presidential
campaign, although there were
some signs that Conservative
Democrats withheld their support
from President Roosevelt
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The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
IMPROVEMENTS TOR KEY WEST
ADVOCATED BY THE CITIZEN

Wetor and Sewerage
, More Hotels and Apartments.
, Zach and Bathing Pavilion.
1, .irpnrts-Land and Sea:
5, Consolidation Of County and City Gov
-TnmcntS.
a Modern City Hospital
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

The inhabitants of the totalitarian ma
tions still Get their daily bread, though in
s.--eauated ration and with little or no
bLcter.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

In this connection. Americans
might as well realize that both
the Republican and Democratic
parties are seriously divided b.
factional differences Each party
has what might be called > Lib
eral and a Conservative group
Nor should il be overlooked that
in the recent presidential elec-
ton, the people were asked 70
choose between two Liberal can
didateS.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

The above, we believe, is a
brief, but fair, summary of the
address by the defeated candidate
for the presidency of the United
States. While he could outline
general principles for the opposi-
ton TO follow, the application of
theso principles depends upon the
Republican members of the Sen
ate and the House Just how the
legislators viii translate these
principles into the political life
of the nation will only be appar-
ent in the conduct of the Repub-
licans during the next few years.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

The course of the Campaign,
especially Mr.. WILKES declare
ton for certain national poll
cies'', resulted in a triumph for
much of the liberal legislation of
the Roosevelt Administrator.
The reelection of the President
however, is TO be correctly judg-
ed as a personal tribute 10 him
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

After discussing some of the is
sues in the recent campaign and
stating the principles of the op-
position, he proposed five steps
for our government to take i'm
mediately", including:
ID Reduced Federal expendi-
lures except for national defense
and necessary relief;
% The financing of new plants
and machinery for defense by
private capital as far as posi-
BILE;
30 Taxes to approach as near
ly as possible the pay-as-you-go
plan;
"a Adjustment of taxes and
government restrictions ito take
the brakes off private enterprise,
so as to give it freedom under
wise regulations; and
90 A change in the Govern
ment's punitive attitude toward
both little and big business men,.
Then, referring to the 'mosi
important immediate task" be-
fore the nation, the defense OF
America, he urged the minority
party to be watchful to see that
defense funds are not wasted.
Moreover, he urged materials and
equipment to Great Britain TO
the limit of our ability but with
due regard to our own defense"
Here he stressed the fact that no
candidate. in a presidential cam
paign, ever went further ''in at
tempting to create united 'front.'
on this point.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22
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The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Referring specifically to the or
ganization of the opposition, he
suggested that the thousands OF
organizations" formed during the
campaign be continued, although
not in his name. because he did
not want this great cause to be
weakened by even a semblance
of any personal advantage to any
individual. Significantly, he
added. 1874 will take care of IL
self, and asserted that my fight
for those principles has just be-
gum.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

Mr.. Willkie did not 0versress
the Importance Of an active op-
position party IN this country.
So far as the presidency Is con
cerned. he offered himself ana
his principles 10 the peOple IN Al
effective and courageous cam
paign. Whether ms leadership IL
the Republican Party viii D.
strong enough 10 control the
course of Republican members
Of Congress remains 10 be seen
For example, he recommends tax
es TO approach the pay-as-yOu-go
plan, but il viii remain f3r the
Republican congressman 10 i'm
plement this principle. If the AG-
ministration does not. by pro
posing specific taxes and voting
for them. II viii not be enough
for the minority party 10 espOuse
general principles without offer
ing specific application Of these
principles to existing situations
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

With this introduction. the Re-
publican candidate discussed the
political situation in the United
States, emphasizing the ''funda-
mental principal of the demo-
cratic system that the majority
rules and adding that "a vital
element in the balanced opera
ton of democracy is strong,
alert and watchful opposition"
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

He stressed the right and duty
of the opposition, under a two
party system, ITO debate the
course of our government" but
he cautioned his followers against
falling Into the partisan error of
opposing things Just for the sake
Of opposition.
The Key West citizen., 1940-11-22

While his tremendous major
Evening star., 1940-05-19

the time the present driue launched The broken
Unite line represents the Advance of the Ger
man troops in 1914. The broken black line is an ap.
proxination of the battle front indicated in the
official communicates issued late yesterday afternoon
Because Of its nature, this map uu be North preserp-
Evening star., 1940-05-19

ing, as it viu aid in day-byday eUaluafon Of 4d.
Mounted cardboard or other firm base 4
wi be convenient for those .Uho like to stick pins in
maps to keep current with the battle front. With
Antwerp reported fallen and Germans claiming that
the Nazis haUe occupied all but a small portion Of
Evening star., 1940-05-19

The aboVe map, suggested by one suhich appeared
n the London Graphic back in 1914, sives an ex-
eelent impression of the present battlefield in France.
The blocks marked off the map so miles square
and .Oil aid in determining the distance betuDeen
points, The solid black lines the boundaries at
Evening star., 1940-05-19

s. NAZI BOMBER DOWNED-French offcials inspect
q big German bomber that shet deyn vscently
Wide World Phoeo
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1940-06-19
VACATION IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY
San Diego History
Very Romantic

Historically, San Diego dates back
to the advent of civilization in
California, and from that distant
time, nearly two centuries ago is
traced much of the romance, color
and culture that today blend per-
fectly into this community's life.
Despite the development from out
post to metropolis, with industry
and commerce teeming on its
shores, those early day influences
persist and add much to the city's
lure.
Gained by the protecting reaches
of scenic Point Iona, the waters
of San Diego harbor provide a
vast anchorage area for more than
one hundred of the navy's giant
fighting vessels. Every type of craft
from the mammoth aircraft carrier
to the small but potent submarines
can be found in the San Diego we
tiers.
Glacier County chief. [volume] (Browning, Mont.) 1931-1940, 1940-08-23

Make cuts In marshmalIows, in
sert bits Of butter and jelly. Ar
range on crackers and broil or
bake until the marshmallows are
puffy and brown.
Mustard end baking powder set
tie in cans and should be stirred
lightly before using.
Clean paint brushes used for en-
ameling with turpentine. When
used to shellac, clean with de-
natured alcohol.
All vegetables should be put on
to cook in boiling water. This
holds the major portion of the
mineral matter and starch within.
Grass stains can easily be re-
moved from linens, cottons or
white stockings by rubbing the
stains with molasses before wash
ing.
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Glacier County chief. [volume] (Browning, Mont.) 1931-1940, 1940-08-23

When laundering curtains II
wolfe, scrim or any material which
has to be ironed, If they are folded
SO the selvage ends are together
and ironed, they will hang Der.
fectly even and straight.
The backs Of pictures should b.
inspected from time to time. II
there are any holes in the paper,
fresh pieces should be pasted over
them, or dust will get in.
Delicate colors in washing ma.
terials will not fade If before be.
ing washed they are soaked in
tepid water to which a few drops
Of turpentine have been added.
When stewing fruit, add the sug-
ar just before taking the fruit OF
the stove. In this way far less
sugar is needed than II It il put
in at the beginning.
Glacier County chief. [volume] (Browning, Mont.) 1931-1940, 1940-08-23
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HE phrase Kentucky rifieman"
is authentic, for have eaten the
venison that followed in the wake Of
Paul Derringer's unerring aim on
the trail of deer.
In the last few years any number
OF batters have had harder time
In the wake Of his fast ball, curve
and control.
Paul Derringer has played a lead
ing role in the Red drive for the last
two years, despite the fact that sew
en- years ago he was rated all
through and on his way over the
hill. That was the year that pitch
ing for both Cardinals and Reds he
won z games and lost ~, for the
meager average of .206, far below
tail-end form.
Six years after this dashing deba-
Gle Paul won Is and lost 2, one Of
the most startling reversals I know
in all sport.
Paul Derringer was born in
Springfield, KY, "a years ago this