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Evening star., 1940-11-17
The Crisis

Perhaps never before has the hu-
man race been so fearfully beset with
trouble. More than two thirds OF the
total population Of the earth IS en-
gagged in murderouS conflict. Whole
cities have been blasted to ruins from
the skies. Hundreds of ships moving
over the seas have been destroyed.
Millions of people are threatened with
starvation in the Orient and on the
continent of Europe. Epidemlcs of
disease already are raging on both
sides of the world. The very ele-
ments seem TO have joined to punish
mankind. Dictators in five different
nations are cooperating in policies
of aggression which, carried to their
logical conclusion, forecast inevitably
the annihilation of the only civillza-
ton the United States knows or cares
about. The ultimate crisis which
thoughtful Americans have dreaded
during a century and a half has be-
come a cataclysmic reality.
But the cause Of righteousness and
fellowship is not altogether lost.
Possibly just because existence has
become SO hazardous and painful
there is reason TO believe that life
Will rise triumphant from the ordeal
to which it now is subjected. Five or
Six hundred years back the beautiful,
symbolic play Of "Everyman" was
performed throughout Christendom
TO teach the fundamental lesson Of
human eXperience-thes solemn truth
that al that may be rescued from the
overwhelming disaster Of death IS
the virtue OF good deeds. To like pur-
pose. Dr.. Samuel Johnson, who hav-
ing been acquainted with poverty
and illness ana sorrow during long
career, could qualify as an authority,
set forth a doctrine which may be
repeated currently with helpful ef-
feet. Charity" he declared, is a
universal duty. which il is in every
mans power sometimes TO practise;
since every degree Of assistance given
to another, upon proper motives, is
an act Of charity; and there Is
scarcely any man in such state
=. that he may not, on some oc-
casIons. benefit his nelghbor."
Such words are quiet melody IN
q cosnic dIssonance. They point a
path for bewildered prisoners Of cir
cumstance 10 employ for escape from
spiritual defeat. Not many residents
Of Washington have power 10 inter
vene constructiyely IN struggles
abroad. Still fewer are those who
could halt a convulslon Of nature
or stay a plague. But the privilege
and the sacred responsibility to which
James BoswelIs friend referred are
not denied to any citizen. And that
is the glory Of the opportunity pro-
vided by the Community Chest cam
paign at this season annually. BY
giving as much as he can afford
TO the work Of its agencies Of social
service a humble, unpretending cit
izen may lift a hand against the
enemies Of human solidarity. pros
perity, health and happiness. While
bombs fall and the ground trembles,
the flames roar and horror stalks over
the ashes Of innumerable homes, any
dweller in the Capital Of the one
democracy providentially remaining
free may testify TO the saving grace
OF all his fellows everywhere.
Evening star., 1940-11-17
v y y =

How small this world is-and how
the generations run along, was iLustrst-
cd al the symbolic christening In the
well Of the House recently when the
infant son Of man who had Just reg
Istereo under the conScription law was
dedicated by his parents 20 God and
Country Ancestors on both sioes Of the
family had fought in the Revolution. The
ofclating clergyman was the baby's
grsnofather-Rey- Dr. Arthur H Coar
Of North Pembroke, Mass A veteran
from the press gallery, who covered"
the christening. discovered that the
clergyman and himself had been boys
together in the West Springfield. Mass.
High School So years ago They forgot
the wars alarms for the present in re-
calling youthful escapades q oecade be-
fore the Spanish american War.
Evening star., 1940-11-17

California holds many dozens Of
Statewide celebrations, including
historical pageants, flower shows,
dog shows, fiestas, rodeoS, pilgrim
ages and also occasionally special
,observances of Florida hurricanes.
Evening star., 1940-11-17

Look out, Adolf! Just wait until
your puny pocket battleships and
submarines encounter those boats
the government Of Fire has patrol
ling Lough SwiIly against any attack
from any source" 1t is rumored that
some of them are a hundred feet
long and mount rs many as six guns.
Evening star., 1940-11-17

When you find you instinctiVely
prefer to use the ramp Of an alley or
driveway opening instead Of stepping
up or down q curbstone, then. my
boy, you are not SO young as you used
tn be.
Evening star., 1940-11-17
Approves Development
of Lutin America
By Frederic J. HdSktn.

Many Students Of economies and IN
ternational affairs say that the United
States is playing one of the most i'm
portant roles of its history by increasing
its cooperation and deepening its
friendship with the Latin American
republics. The importance Of this
strengthening of neighborly relations
with these countries is receiving support
in thousands Of schools BY their review
Of the history Of tire Latin American
republics and apprsising the natural
wealth they possess. II is obvious that
this aroused interest is largely due TO the
present European war, which has prsc-
tically fenced off the United States from
that portion of the world.
1t has probably been well said that the
average school boy and girl in the United
States is more familiar with European
countries and their history than with
Latin American countries. SO It is not
only fitting but appropriate that greater
educational effort be directed toward a
better realization and fuller appreciation
Of the lands that are destined to play
more conspicuous role in the future eco
nomics Of this country.
Geographically, Latin America is three
times as large as the United States and
occupies more than half Of the Western
Hemisphere. While some countries. such
as Argentina, Chile and Uruguay, are
comparatively well mapped vast portions
Of South America have never been ez-
plored. For instance, thousands Of
square miles in the Amazon basin and on
the eastern slopes of the Andes Noun
tains have never been visited by a white
man.
Brazil alone is one-ffth the size of
the New World, being the largest coun-
try on the American continents. II Is as
large as the United States plus an area
equal 10 that Of Texas, and its 5yOO0-nliIe
seacoast is the longest Of any country in
the world. The harbor Of its capital.
Rio de Jsneiro, Is an oval Of 80 square
miles and could provide anchorage for
all naval ana merchant ships Of any 10
nations
Evening star., 1940-11-17
Fifty Years Ago
In the Star

The Georgetown Amateur Orchestra,
which will enter upon It's eleventh season
Evening star., 1940-11-17

Not only Is the United States deficient
in many types Of products which the
Latin American countries can supply,
but IN the field of minerals these cour-
tries produce large quantities Of copper,
lead, zinc. tin and other strategic ma
terlals Of which this country is short.
The fact that the Latin American
countries are not highly indusuisnzeo
releases vast quantities Of these min
erals for export.
The rubber plant Is supposed TO have
originated in the Amazon basin where
trees still grow in wild profusion. And
although the rubber tree Is grown else
where on q vast commercial scale
scientists believe that South American
countries could produce enough rubber
trees TO supply the needs Of the Western
Hemisphere. Congress recently appro-
priated $500 900 10 investigate the posi-
bilities Of this development Of rubber.
and scientists believe that the under
taking is not only possible but holds
much hope for large supply.
But while the Latin American coun-
tries constitute a vast reservoir Of raw
materials and supply this and many
other countries with large quantities Of
non-cou petitiye products, these Latin
American countries are developing In
ouStrially within The cause for this in
creased induStrialization is found. not In
repriSsls against neighborlng nations
that have erected trade barriers, nor In
a desire for complete independence.
Rather, it is based upon a. actual need
TO find within each country's borders
materials for economic existence which
for lack Of financial resources, cannot
be imported from abroad. However
since this industrialization follows SO
many lines not broadly pursued in the
United States. there is little fear that
a real competition may develop-et least
not Tor several decades.
Even casual observers see not only the
need for the countries Of North and
South America standing solidly for de-
tense, but their advantages In eo-operst-
ing for economic security. In this oirec.
tion the United States has taken q
forward rep.
Evening star., 1940-07-01
Al Least Nine Dead,
Hundreds Homeless,
In Texas Floods
HolIettsviIIe Damage
Put at 81 1000, 900;
Epidemic Fears Eused

BY the Associated Press.
HALLETTSVILLE, Tex, July L.
The death toll in Texas floods
mounted to nine today as rescue
workers in Southern and Central
Texas dug through the mud
smeared debris of river bank homes
seeking additional victims.
Mayor j. G.. Traxler estimated
damage here would total $1,000 900.
He said Red Cross relief workers
were assisting several hundred
homeless and that fears of epidemic
dWlndled as the city water supply
cleared up. 1t was first believed it
had been contaminated.
Food waters of cloudburst- swollen
streams were watched apprehensive-
ly at La Grange, Columbus and Vic
torla. La Grange and Columbus are
on the Colorado River, Victoria on
the Guadalupe, both on a rampage
following week end rains that reach
ed a cumulative total of as much as
20 inches in places.
TOuT wore DEAD.
The names of Mr.. and Mrs. John
Sercek and their daughter Christina
and Mrs. Joseph Stanzel were added
to the death roll today.
Madison Stevens, colored. drowned
In Buckners Creek, tributary of
the Colorado near La Grange.
Bodies recovered yesterday in
cluded those of John Svab, joseph
Stanzel and his daughter Agnes.
Earl Marks, Is, drowned in the
hooded Little River near Temple.
State highway patrolmen guarded
the business district against possible
looting.
Several hundred persons were res
cued from homes and the tops of
buildings by boatmen in the Hal
lettsville and Cuero areas.
River Floods Stores.
Damage at Cuero was estimated
unoftlcially at more than sl50O 900
after the Guadalupe River rose -
feet in some business houses.
A soup kitchen and Red Cross
stations were set up at Cuero.
Crews were rushed into the area
Evening star., 1940-07-01
THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. G., MONDAY JULY 1so
Demands Sounded
For Open Hearings
On Knox, Stimson
Both Appointees Will
Be Called Before
Senate Committees
BY the Associated Press.

| BY the Associated Press.
Senatorial demands for oper
hearings on the Knox -Stimsor
Cabinet appointments greeted men,
bers of Congress returning 10 work
today after a weeks recess.
Protesting that a "secret hearing
would be very dangerous at this
particular time" Senator Holt
Democrat, of West Virginia saic
he would refuse to be bound BY
any secrecy pledge.
They can expel me from the
Senate, but won't be quiet about
this" added the youngest Senator
a member of the Naval Affairs
Committee which will hear Col
Frank Knox, designated Secretary
of the Navy. testify tomorrow on
h's qualifications.
Chairman Walsh had announced
that the committee session would
be closed to the public.
Committee Calls Stimson.
While it is going on, the Senate
Military Affairs Committee will ask
Henry L. Stimson about his qualifi-
cations to be Secretary of War
Chairman Sheppard said this hear
ing probably would be private, al
though it had not been definitely
decided.
Senator Ellender. Democrat, of
Louisiana, member of the Naval
Committee, said he would request
a public hearing on Col. Knox's Sc
lection unless the appointee asked
for closed session.
Senator Nye, Republican, of In
diana suggested that Republicans
might well seek views of Wendell
L. Willkie, the party's presidential
nominee. adding that Senate con-
flrmation of the cabinet officers was
certain to kick up a ruckus."
McNary Opposes Partisanship.
Senator McNary. Republican, of
Oregon, minority floor leader. and
his party's Vice Presidential nomi-
nee, said the appointments ARE
not a partisan matter"
"Confirmation will depend upon
testimony and evidence at the hear
ings," he said. Some Senators fear
that these men in important cabinet
places might want to get us into
war
Senator McNary said he would not
object to any attempt to speed a
vote, but added that the Senate
should be able to act before it re-
cesses July Is for the Democratic
Convention.
Senator Vandenberg, Republican,
OF Michigan, agreed, but said recent
statements Of Mr.. Stimson contained
elements that require substantial
explanation before I could even ap-
proach a favorable attitude"
Stimson, former Secretary of
State, has publicly urged aid by this
country for the Allies.
Senate Could Reverse Action.
A member of the Senate Naval
Committee reported that 8 of IL SEN
ators present at its first session on
the Knox nomination indicated they
were opposed to confirmation.
II the committee should report
unfavorably on the nominations, the
action could be reversed by the SEN
ate itself.
There was little immediate busi-
ness before either the Senate or the
House, and consequently a renewal
is expected of the fight over ad-
Journment. Administration forces
have wanted Congress to quit, but
Republicans and some Democrats
have advocated that it stay in ses-
sion because of the European situa-
ton.
Evening star., 1940-07-01
Bucharest
Continued From First Page.)

Germany's waterway to the East.
was dominated by the guns of Rus
sian baby tanks landed by planes.
Cross Coded Area Boundary.
Considerable concern was caused
by the fact Russian troops had
crossed the boundary of the ceded
territory at several points.
Under terms of an agreement with
Moscow, Rumanian troops have un-
til noon Wednesday to leave the
ceded territory.
The point at which the Russians
landed tanks by plane to take quick
command of the Danube was in the
vicinity of Reni, where the Prut
River flows into the larger water
way about 10 miles from the Black
Sea.
Landing of the tanks. suspended
between the wheels of big transport
planes, caught the Rumanian garri-
son at REM by surprise, and it was
believed that the Red troops took
over considerable quantities of mill
tary material.
Russian parachute troops were
landed simultaneously at Bolgrad,
20 miles northeast of REM.
The fact that the Russians now
are in position to close off the
Danube If they desire was viewed
In diplomatic circles as a serious
threat to German interests.
REM, situated on the north bank
OF the Danube in the extreme south
east corner OF Bessarabia, presum-
ably is included in the TERRITORY
ceded to Russia. Dispatches from
Moscow described the new frontier
as bounded by the Prut and Danube
Rivers.
The Rumanian general staff de-
scribed as local incidents" the
clashes between Rumanian and
Russian troops yesterday. but US
ually reliable sources said the fight
ing was on much larger scale than
officially was admitted.
Rumanians Turn to Fight.
Reports in military circles said
the fighting broke out when Red
Army units moving into Bucovina
crossed the Prut River at several
places-penetrating Is miles at one
point to Dorohoi. Retreating Ru-
manian troops were said to have
turned to fight, driving the Rus
slams back across the river with
considerable losses.
With the aid of re-enforcements.
however, the Soviet troops were re-
ported to have crossed the Prut
again, capturing Rumanian gen.
eral among other prisoners.
Reports from regions already occu-
Evening star., 1940-07-01
i. ). Fleets Return
To Hawaiian Base
Stirs Speculation
Absence Is Explained
As Merely Routine
Training Exercise
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
HONOLULU, July 1.-Major units
OF the United States Fleet, whose
unannounced departure a week ago
took Hawaii by surprise. swung at
anchor again in Lahaina Roads to-
day, their absence explained by Ad-
miral James o. Richardson as mere
ly "a routine training exercise"
Nevertheless, the fleets sudden
return yesterday set off a train of
speculation in connection with
shifting world events. as did its de-
parture under sealed orders last
Monday.
Explains Orders.
This was a routine training exer-
else Stimulating wartime sailing
without prior notification" said the
fleet commander in chief. Such
exercises have taken place in the
past and are an essential part of
fleet training and may be expected
to recur at irregular intervals. The
nature of the exercise precluded use
OF radio. otherwise I would have COR
rected the highly speculative i'm
pressions created by the maneuvers. ="
Informed sources said the war
ships remained within $50 miles of
their bases.
Believed Headed for Canal.
Their departure amid great secrecy
preclpltated reports they were
headed for the Panama Canal. The
warships were last observed follow
ing the steamer lane to the main
land. Later there was speculation
that some units might be heading
for waters near the Philippines.
Navy officials, however, refused to
confirm or deny the reports.
The fleet left mainland bases last
April l for annuapwar games and
following completion of the ma
neuvers more than two months ago
were ordered to remain in these wa
ters. Training exercises were con-
t1nued, with the ships alternating
between bases at Pearl Harbor and
Lahaina Roads, their stay in the
islands having been placed on an
indefinite basis"
Evening star., 1940-07-01

pied by the Russians told OF street
hghtlng in many places among
Communist and Communist
elements. Penitentiary inmates
were said to have been freed in two
cities by fleeing jailers.
Fearful of Encroachment.
That Rumanian authorities were
fearful of further Soviet encroach-
ments was indicated by the nature
and extent of precautionary mea-
sures.
1t was announced that the Black
Sea ports of Constanta and Sulina
had been mined and there was talk
of removing the government from
Bucharest to some point in the Car
pathians If necessary.
The ministry of the interior issued
communique warning the popu-
lation not to believe fantastic
stories that any parts of Rumania
IN addition to Bessarabia and Bu-
covina would be evacuated. The
warning was interpreted as an indi-
cation the government intended to
resist any further territorial en-
croachments-not only by Russia
but also by Hungary and Bulgaria,
which are anxious to gain lost terri
tories of Pennsylvania and Southern
Dobruja, respectively.
At the same time the government
issued regulations closing all cafes
at II pm. and forbidding political
discussions in public places. Persons
speaking against the army, the ad-
ministration or public safety will be
sent to concentration camps.
A Rumanian delegation departed,
meanwhile, by steamer from Con-
stsnta to meet Russian representa-
tives Tuesday in Odessa. where the
final demarcation line of the ceded
territories will be decided.
A meeting of the Rumanian
Parliament scheduled for today was
postponed until Wednesday.
Evening star., 1940-07-01
United Export Agency
Urged by Wallace
By the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
CHICAGO, July 1.-Secretary of
Agriculture Wallace yesterday urged
that American republics unity their
economic power possibly by for
nation of "one great inter-American
corporation" and asserted:
Unless we prevent Hitler's divide
and conquer strategy from succeed
ing in this hemisphere, both the
United States and our sister re-
publics will be in grave danger"
Mr.. Wallace, speaking from Wash
ington as part of a University of
Chicago Round Table broadcast,
advocated getting ready to meet a
united Europe with a united New
World"
Evening star., 1940-07-01
Swedes Plan Release
Of lnterned Norweqiuns

BY the Associated Press.
NEW YORK, July IA German
radio broadcast heard here last
night by c. B. S. reported that Nor
wegian soldiers who had been in
termed by Sweden would be released,
beginning next week.
1t said some 5000 who fled from
Norway during the German cam
paign there would be sent home at
the rate of 1000 week.
Evening star., 1940-07-01

to repair washed-out bridges and
communications lines.
From few miles below Austin
to Wharton the Colorado River
struck at Bastrop, Smithyille, Las
grange and Columbus.
Railroad bridges were reported
washed out both east and west Of
Schulenburg.
Evening star., 1940-07-01
Windsors ProIone Stoy
In Spain for q Doy

BY the Associated Press.
MADRID, July 1.-The Duke and
duchess OF Windsor prolonged their
stay in Spain past the time of their
scheduled departure today and now
are expected to leave for an unan-
nounced destination tomorrow
Evening star., 1940-07-01
Refugee Ship Scheduled

LISBON, July l R.-The Greek
passenger liner Nea Hellas is sched-
uled to leave Portugal for New York
July carrying an undisclosed num-
Der OF American refugees.
The Ypsilanti daily press. (Ypsilanti, Mich.) 1928-1962, 1940-12-26
News From Salem

Mr.. and Mrs r. W. kehrl ate
dinner with Mr.. and Mrs Oryille
Dudley and Betty.
Miss Alice Willoughby and sister.
Mrs. Bookham moved to their newly
built home in Pontiac on Saturday
and enjoyed dinner on Christmas
Day there.
Mr.. and Mrs. Glen Whitaker and
sons, Robert and Richard, South
Salem. Mr.. and Mrs. Orlyn Whit
taker. Ypsilanti, Mr. and Mrs Mel
son Bender and two children, Wor.
den, Mr.. and Mrs. Olin TAFT and
three children and Mr. and Mrs.
Clifford TAFT and two children will
spend Christmas at the home of
Mrs. May TAFT. Plymouth.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harmon Gale enter
tanned for dinner, Mrs. Nellie
Bird. Plymouth. Mr.. and Mrs. Wal
ter Faber and daughter. Doris. Da.
Vison. and Mr. and Mrs Russell
Gale
Christmas Day guests at the
Frank Buers home were. Mr. and
Mrs. Glenn Northrup and daughter,
Clara. and Mrs. Nellie L.arned.
Plymouth.
The Ypsilanti daily press. (Ypsilanti, Mich.) 1928-1962, 1940-12-26
There Goes Another
Christmas Tradition!

Racine. Wis, Dec. &c Up -
Another Christmas Illusion was
shattered today when Charles
Wright. an aeronautical engineer.
announced that the angels depict
ed on greeting cards have wings
that are. economically unsound
Wright, an instructor at the Ra-
cine Vocational school. said he
sought no quarrel with artists who
might claim supernatural powers
transcending the rule Of wins
loading for their creations. but to
keep the record straight he listed
specifications for cherubs that
could fly
They We're
a 26fOot Widespread for a l75-
pound man whose weight had
been redistributed 70 make him
economically sound.
Muscles OF amazing size 10 pull
himself off the ground.
a runway of couple miles for
such a takeoff.
Flieht-sound cherubs Just
wouldn't fit on Christmas cards,
Wright decided.
The Ypsilanti daily press. (Ypsilanti, Mich.) 1928-1962, 1940-12-26
Ohio Representative Plans
Automobile Trailer Home

Columbus, o.. Dec 26-UP-Thc
Rev. l.. II. Myers, 66.year.old Lima
minister, who was elected To his
fourth term In the Ohio house of
representatives, plans to reside in
his own automobile trailer during
legislative sessions here.
In the capital for a Republicans
caucus the Rev. Myers parked his
trailer in lot near the state
capitol. and presented an example
Of what he believes TO be the true
meaning Of Republican economy
in the Myers manner.
The Rev. Myers, pastor OF a Unit.
ed Brethren Church in Lima for
seven years and who still occupies
the pulpit. says his trailer contains
all the comforts found in most mod
ern homes The trailer's lone sac.
riiico to convenience is lack of a
bathtub.
The minister's decision 10 re.
side in the trailer was prompted
when he and his wife rented their
permanent home while on a trim
Returning. they found their ten.
ants DESTROYS OF continuing resi-.
dence in the house. They decided
TO continue living in the trailer.