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The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-03-06

elegant note: Chippendale Is Civ
ing way 70 sheraton and Hepple-
white. with bowed fronts and at
tractive sntiqued gold finish hard
ware pulls. The store. have a
more adequate showing Of 18th
century than formerly with a
varied array from which to select.
Early American furniture rs
holding its own in popularity. The
reddish brown finish prevalent for
number of years is showing
some variation-a lighter note
here a darker note there. and
here. too. the selection IL more
complete than formerly.
So far as upholstered furniture
IL concerned. stripes" are the
decorative favorite in fabrics.
Small say figures in 18th century
STYLES. and textured weaves in
modern decor are other highhghts.
Pile fabrics continue 10 hold their
place. with mohair still the long
est-wearing material.
You'll note plastic furniture
here and there in the stores. This
is one of the trends 10 watch. The
first plastic furniture has much
to recommend Il in shape and
color. and it's conceivable that
many OF our homes a decade or
less hence will be wearing furnish
ings in plastic.
Ensemble selling Of home fur
nishings has reached the point
where no woman needs to become
confused in the selection OF furni-
ture for her home. Manufactur-
ers and retailers are working to-
gether toward a greater correla-
ton Of both colors and fabrics. and
the result is not only flattering
to the woman's taste. but very
soothing 10 her troubled mind
She can now select a basic style
that most appeals to her. such as
modern. 18th century. French, etc,
and can develop a satisfactory and
original decorative scheme merely
by selecting other pieces in the
same ensemble grouping in the
stores color and fabric selection.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-03-06

The Astrological Discuss sion
group will meet Thursday at s
p. m. in Hotel Winthrop. The
evening will be devoted to a dis
cussion Of Marc Edmund Jones
new book on astrology He Is a
widely known writer and authority
on astrological subjects.
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1941-03-06
urnifure
Gets New
treatment
Modern Trends
Have Influence
On All Styles

Home furnishings styles Of le4i
hsv, crys,shzed into two distinct
groups
The best Interpretation Of con-
temporary or modern. since that
styls was introduced in this coun-
try in 1925.
A crisper. smsller-scsled type
Of 18th century mahogany. and
Early American maple.
These are the conclusions reach
ed following an inspection OF the
new furnishings as received in the
stores following visits Of buyers
10 the nations home furnishings
centers in January. The ship
ments Of new merchandise have all
arrived, and are now on display.
The new merchandise is slightly.
II any. more costly than previous
~. but sharper advances are likely
from now on. due 70 increased
costs Of raw material and labor.
The modern" furniture Of today
has lost the arcs and angles which
characterized the first modern de-
sign, and the waterfall type which
WAS greatly over-done. is gradu-
ally giving away to a stream
lined architectural type. This IL
the indication one gets on visit
70 local stores.
There are three distinct types of
finish being used on the modern :
q brown pencil-stripe walnut: a
bleached finish for both mahogany
and walnut-and some maple: and
a dark Cordovan or ox-blood red
tone. The bowed front is being
used on dresses and chests. and
old fashioned pulls" are giving
way TO recessed Sits. which are
completely hidden. yet which make
Il easy to pull out drawers
Every type of furniture is get
ting modern treatment The old
fashioned cedar chest has a mod
ern counterpart in a storage con-
sole, which may be used with dec
orative success in any room in the
home. There are combination
bookcases and desks. which may
be used in conjunction with sec
tional sofas, to completely line the
lis of a room. Some beds have
lost their headboards: others have
upholstered head and feet.
It's distinctly modern,
unrelated TO earlier European
styles. Its closet counterpart is
the Swedish modern" Of year
or so ago. but all agree that the
new flavor Is distinctly United
States"
The traditional furniture of
period design has taken on a more
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Pull the Trigger on
Lazy Bowels, and
Comfort Stomach, too

When constipation brings on acid ins
digestion. stomach upset, bloating. dizzy
spells. gas. coated tongue. sour taste and
bad breath, your stomach is probably
"crying the blues" because your bowels
don't move Ii calls for Laxative-Senna
10 pull the trigger on those lazy bowels.
combined with Syrup Pepsin to save
your touchy stomach from further dis
tress. For years. many Doctors have used
pepsin compounds rs vehicles. or car
riers TO make other medicines agreeable
10 your stomach so be sure your laxa-
tive contains Syrup Pepsin. Insist on
DR.. Caldwelps Laxative SIENNA combined
with Syrup Pepsin. See how wonderfully
the Laxative SIENNA wakes up lazy nerves
and muscles in your intestines TO bring
welcome relief from constipation. And
the good old Syrup Pepsin makes this
laxative so comfortable and easy on
your stomach. Even finicky children
love the taste of this pleasant family
laxative Buy DR. aldwell,s- Laxative
SIENNA at your druggist today. Try one
Laxative that comforts your stomach, too.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Experts Title
Distin Becomes Director
of Elections

Oakley f. Distin, Detroit's cleo
ton expert, hereafter will bear
the formal title of director of teiec-
tons.
Up TO now DiStin's title on the
city records has been senior ad.
ministrative assistant" Newspa-
pers years ago decided that was
too cumbersome and began to
refer to him as supervisor Of
elections.
The comittee appointed by Com.
mon Council to re-claSsify all city
employees decided Distin was per.
forming work far above his pay.
roll title. Thus he became Direc.
tod of Elections Oakley f. Distin
Mayor Jeffries approved the
change Yesterday.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Today S Radio
HighIights

TOO p. m.-Amos n Andy
-. WJR; Fred Waring ;. Z.
WWJ: Easy WXYZ.
7:30 p. m.-Meet Mr.. Meek
WJR; Cavalcade WWJ;
Lone Ranger WXYZ.
500 p. m.-Big Town
WJR: Tony Martin WWJ;
Quiz Kids WXYZ.
$50 p. m.-Dr. Christian
WJR; Plantation Party
WV: Manhattan at Midnight
900 p. m.-Fred Allen &.
WJR; Eddie Cantor WWJ;
Challenge of the Yukon 4.
WXYZ.
$50 p. MIR. District At
torney WWJ.
1000 p. m.-Glenn Miller /.
WJR; Kay Kyser WWJ.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Minimum Salary
For Police Urged
Times stan Correspondent

LANSING. Feb. ia mini
H4tiTff wage law for policemen has
been proposed in the House by
Reps. Haskell Nichols (R) OF
jackson and Edward j. Walsh Cd
OF Detroit.
The bill provides for a minimum
of 81 $40 a year for Detroit police
men who have been on the force
more than three years. In cities
having a population of 5000 &c
500, 900 the salary would be $1,000
between $4,000 and 5000 it would
be 81. 800. In no municipalities
would the salary be less thar
81, 700 a year.
For the Inside News" of
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19

Here's value oou can't afford to missl Wards Carload Sale
of f94 refrgerators brings you this big 81 cubic foot
model the price of most stripped boxes" Remem
ber-ts fM family size refrigerator with ~ So #.
of disable shelf area! 1t comes complete with Food
Froste for keeping Food Freshener for
and the handy Storaway bin! 1t has Jy tray and
cube releases And it's powered by Wards sealed unit
backed by 5year Protection! Come now! See and COM
pare this great value! See what you sape!
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Would Outlaw lsms

SHIN GTON, Feb. 10
HNS)-A bill TO make IL unlaw-
full to be a member of Com
munistic, Fascist or Nazi organi-
cations was introduced in the
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19

ADVFRTfsEMENT
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19

House today by Representative
Ford (R) of California.
A penalty Of 10 years imprison-
ment or a $4,000 fine or both
would be provided.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Student at u. Of D.
EnIists in Air Corps

Enos Carse. sophomore class
president of the night division in
the Commerce and Finance Col
lege Of the University of Detroit
today enlisted in the army air
prps.
Il Carse, who lives at 2211 South
LaSalle Gardens. leaves tonight for
Scott Field. ILL.,, where he will take
his preliminary training. Carse
was also president of the class
student council.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1941-02-19
Town Hall Meeting

The February meeting of center will be held
Northwest Hail. sponsored evening Irving Hail. 212S
by the Fenke Library and the Fenk Rabbi Morris Ad
Brighmoor schools and commun Ter will be the speaker.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

Well, you know, after paying SIS
down ON expensive things. 1t
doesn't take long before $1,000 is
Gone with the Wind" At the pres
ent time the legacy is completely
used up and poor hubby, with his
meagre salary, is trying to meet
the large payments on these ex-
pensive purchases. To come to the
point, hubby's salary could hardly
keep up the payments on wifie's
clothes alone. At the. end of this
month if something miraculous
doesn't happen the car, furniture,
clothes and everything will go back
to where they came from. Tsk!
Tsk! Sad, isn't it? Just heard that
all wifie's mOanin' about is that it's
her turn to entertain the social club
she belongs to mighty soon and she
doesn't know how she will seat the
crowd if they take back the furni-
ture. Now what would you do,
folks? 1t all leaked out through
hubby's sister who told My Boy
Thursdays G. F. and the G. F., af-
ter promising faithfully she
wouldn't tell a soul, impaired the
news to My Boy Thursday who told
Sal.
So, that's all for this week. Here's
wishing everybody the best of luck
for the weekend.
Your pal,
Sal.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
Farmers Union Employee
Victim of Persecution
Because of NegrOF riend

In a desperate campaign of per-
sonal utilization against a recent
ly dismissed girl employee, the
Farmers Union Central Exchange
management at South st. Paul,
headed by E. A. Syftestad, attempt
ed to force Caroline Bell to move
from the home she had established
with six other girls. Threats were
made that other employees would
be fired unless Miss Bell moved.
This was but one edge of dou-
ble-edged offensive by the Elk
change management to influence
employees against Miss Bell by
means of fear and favors. Favors
included salary increases for sew
eral farm girls who had been paid
less than others for comparable
work. ~
Before her dismissal, Miss Bell
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
In Your Paper ...

0News about local people, yOm
friends and neighbOrs, given you
while it's news.
D Editorials concerning local prob
lens, written by persons familiar
and sympathetic with them.
0COmment from the Negro Press
from all parts of the nation.
o Features such as "Inquisitive
SAL" Listen to This" "Abbe Wal
lace" "POetic Thoughts" Twin
Town Talk" (the two towns killer
diller and most widely-read col
umn).
. Advertisements from many Of
the leading firms in the community
all anxious to serve our reader,
and approaching their patronage.
. an the Spotlight" by Jimmy
Lee, written by an athlete who
knows "what it's all about"
. AND a policy of news presenta-
ton and editorial policy which has
gained for it notice all over the
nation.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

had been told by Syftestad, "You
are doing the wrong thing by as
sociating with colored people. They
are kept in their place in the South,
and it is up to us as individuals to
do the same thing here" Syftes-
tad's strong racial prejudice be-
came an issue because the chairman
of the st. Paul Youth council, a
colored girl, had conferred with
Miss Bell, a council executive of
ficer.
Miss Bell was not dismissed,
however, until short time after
she joined Local 49, United Office
and Professional Workers Of Amer
lea, CLIO, which uphoids the Con-
.stitutional rights of all citizens, re-
CARELESS of race,scolor or religious
belief.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

of Scientific Arts.
In 1892 he received ADDS. de-
gree and DISC. in '35. Interested
in plant and mineral life Rome
travelled in many countries gather
ing roots and metals to place under
the microscope. In one experiment
he proved that ripening fruit pro-
duces a gas. The gas produced will
also ripen fruit more rapidly than
nature DR.. Rome said.
In making this experiment he
said his experiences included being
lost in a snow storm, being sur
rounded by hungry wolves; stuck in
an abandoned well, begged down in
quick-sand, entombed in a land
slide; trapped in Mexico's Oldest
mine; attacked by a wild bull
sealed in a ship in which he slowed
away; shipwrecked in Hawaii;
overcome by heat in an Arizona
desert, fever in Panama, due
with a French scientist, .Kabadeau
who was on one of the ships on
which he took passage via the stow
away route.
Rome exhibits proof of studying
wireless telegraph while in Pan,
anna; history science and religion
in Texas and lone appearance in
a movie screen short.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

An accomplished linguist the
Lowry doorman speaks seven diff
ferent languages. He came to
Minnesota to locate an uncle. Upon
arriving here from California he
found his uncle had returned to
Canada. He applied for technical
work with the Minnesota Mining
Co. During the snowstorm he made
a friend and three days after arriv-
ing he was employed as a doorman
by the Hotel Lowry.
Rome has made many friends at
the Lowry with his engaging man.
ner. AS doorman stationed in the
outer lobby he operates phone ex-
change which connects him with
hotel, garage and a cab company.
He handles airport reservations,
temperature and weather forecast
from airport.
At the University which he plans
to enter in the spring he found a
course in laboratory technology and
biological science which interested
him.
Other plans of this interesting
young man who finds time to sing
in the choir of St. James AME
church include a return after the
completion of his schooling to Hall
fax providing war does not change
his plans) taking with him GER
tain young woman (name unre-
vealed, whom he has wooed and
won and whom he plans to make
Mrs. DIR. Romeo.
This man Rome is an interesting
figure. The fact that his mothers
grandfather was the famous
Canadian Indian Chieftain Strong
heart may have something to do
with his tall handsome physique.
An interesting conversationalist,
he fairly bubbles over with living
and learning!
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24


At present this unassuming
young man who has twice travelled
half way around the world is en-
ployed as a doorman at the Lowry
Hotel. He plans to enter the Uni
versity in a few months for study.
Unless you spoke to him and heard
his reply in excellent English but
with French Canadian accent, you
would not guess that you were con-
versing with man of great posi-
bilities in the field of science and
one whose life has been full of I'M
usual experiences.
DR.. Rome, the son of a French
technical electrical engineer and a
Canadian mother, was born in the
U. S. while his parents were en-
route to Winnipeg from Mexico.
Jms tits pronounced Rims) spent
his early life in Winnipeg and Hall
fax, Nova Scotia. Part of his edu-
cation was in the former city and
he studied Art in Halifax, singing
with the Royal Academy of Art
singers.
In the late twenties he came to
this country to seek a degree in
Medicine or some related science.
He first went to Denver where his
father had lived for a time. He
graduated from the Claxton School
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
Recording Star
Playing at
Clef Club

Featured at the Clef Club now is
Earline Williams who came to Min
neapolis from Kansas City Wednes-
day night to open an engagement
at the popular Minneapolis spot.
The highly rated singer and
dancer has just finished a long con-
tract with Harlan Leonard's orches-
ira, the cream of the Mid-West's
musical and entertaining groups.
Scottie Williams, genial Clef club
manager, expects a large turnout
to hear and see the singer who is
a recording star in her own right.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
Classified Section

Five room modern fiat, newly
decorated, $4,000. Four rooms down.
stairs, modern-348 Dale st. Four
rooms down stairs, Carroll west of
Dale. W. s. Butler, Ell. 4713, PSI
Rondo Avenue.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
SPORTLIGHT
BY JIMMY LEE

His head bleeding unboed Henry (Hammerng Hank Arm
his last Friday night he lost the last
his three championships the Madison Square Garden On
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

For rent 8 rooms and alcove. Fur
nished. Modern. Dale 1888.
For rent 4 room heated apartment.
sos Carroll Ave. Dale 1864.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

For Rent-Furnished room close to
University car line. ELkhurst
1911.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

No they didn't their moneys worth when they
paid "Hammerng Hank in Armstrong like Joe Louis
has been athlete who has been credit the Negro He like
all giving pounds
nights the
Z has defeated Henry Armstrong had already announced before
the fight that he would retire he comeback
against Zvc Armstrong fighter who retirement
that he contributed something the
way of honest and highly entertaining efforts
DID KNOW THAT
John Woodruff tall, the University
bugh who the 80Omeer the 1886
Artillery reg
John withdrew month from New University
he working Masters degree devote his
his outfit indicted regular Army
and Woodruff the Is second eutennts
369 scheduled leave about January Fl for active
Independents defeated Minneapolis
Plato 1892 Sunday The big the Ompans Srawder
Harper who had four and five baskets respectively.
"Unce Tom" number Galloway
Orpheum Minneapolis contrast Spots entertaining
melodiou spoiled their
their clowning which added nothing their act!
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24

oI7lne Digest croWds ever TO WIT
ness bout held in the Gardens
turned out. In his dressing room
after the fight Armstrong is said to
have announced that he would re-.
tire from the ring and devote his
time to his wine business. Arm
strong is the only man ever to hold
three titles simultaneously. He has
engaged in more than $50 fights in
his career; practically every one of
them has been a crowd pleaser. Of
course, he did have his off nights
here and there; every fighter does.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
By Helen NJ. Scott
Hello, Folks:

Hello, Folks:
Just saw "T" of Mpls. and you
should have heard him singing IA
la Bling Crosby style) that yearly
favorite round this time of the
year, Its June in January" He
had a smile on his face that really
did look kinda "Springifed." When
Sal questioned him he only smiled
a broader" smile and said, ooh!
Sal, he's got me, Pal, he's got me"
Come to find out he meant the love
bug had bit him and in January,
too. At this point, My Boy Thurs
day, who was eavesdropping, inter-
rupts him superciliously, telling
him he was cracked and that no one
but Jack Frost had nipped him,
and seemingly nipped him rather
hard.
Twin City Comparisons: Of some
of the folks about town could be
likened to various dishes and mis-
ceIlaneous articles, the following
folks would typify these COMPARE
sOns).
Scrambled Eggs-The Twin City
Cat
Chicken A La King-Jimmie Lee
Sparkling Wine-Barbara Mcclure
Dutch Girl with Dutch Cleanser
Mrs. MonjOy Jones
Stuffed Pig-The Wandering RO-
meO of 4th Ave. S.
Lilly Daches Hats-MarjOrie Currie
Yardley's English Lavender Per-
fume-Rachel James
A Mint Julep-Mrs. Mae Marshall
Fanny Farmer Candies-Annette
HattOn
Blonde, DagwoOd and Baby Bump
ling-John and Dorothy Scott
and Baby Boy
An Adrian GOwn-FlOrence Ward
Lucky Strike Cigarettes - Andy
Neal
Strawberry ShOrtcake - Margaret
SlemmOns
An ad for Maybelline Eyelash
Grower-MarjOrie Mason
Hamilton Wrist Watch - Alvin
Harris
Chesterfield Cigarettes - Foster
Brown
Time Magazine-Cecil Newman
An ad for Welch's Grapefruit Juice
Mrs. Clarence Smith
Life Buoy SOap-The Mpls. Lad
whose best friend won't tell him
An ad for Dentyne Gum-Ruth
Sutton Brooks
Ponds Cold Cream-Betty Session
Spaulding's Tennis Equipment
Albert Allen
Coming Events Cast Their Sha-
dOws: The young folks round town
are talking about the Credjafawn
VS.. Phyllis Wheatley B. B. game
and dance, which will be held in
the near future. E. The Alpha Phi
Alpha Bros. are telling friends that
their fraternity plans a mellow
party round March. q. . Just heard
Jimmy Lunceford and his boys will
be in town in the none too distant
future to play for you at dance.
They've Descended from the
Seventh Heaven Rhapsody down to
the Cellar Blues: They (the young
Mr.. and Mrs. of our story live on
Strain Avenue, the street where
lots of folks strain their hearts out
to keep up the rent, etc., and are
accepted as one of the most popu-
lar and up and coming young
couples of the Twin Cities. But,
only hubby works and has a rather
meagre income at that. To them,
life is just a bowl of cherries-en-
pertaining, bridge parties, clothes
galore and furniture-gosh! their
home is furnished like a palace. For
quite a while their friends and
other people have wondered how in
the world they kept up such an es-
Establishment. At last the truth is
leaking out and their beautiful
bubble world is about to break. 1t
appears that wife received legacy
of $1,000 upon her marriage and
divided this amount in about ten or
fifteen different ways, as down pay
ments on their expensive fixtures
for their home, car, clothes, etc.
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
French Canadian Hotel
Lowry DOOrman-Scientist
Has Had Interesting Life
By Staff Correspondent

who could qualify character from Strange AS
Seems lives works and studies in St. Paul
life and interesting his plans that the Sunday Magazine
St. Paul recorder. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1934-2000, 1941-01-24
Her Boy Thursday
Keeps Her Posted

Keeps "Inquisitive Sal" informed
on the doings around the two
towns!
The Waterbury Democrat., 1941-04-16
TWO ON ISLAND
 OPENS APRIL "A
Civic 'T'heater Director Bardwell Designs Scenes
 for Two Night Offering

The scenery for 1.-TWO on an Island' which will be presented by the Civic Theatre April 2 and % at the Waterbury Women's Club was designed by Robert c. Bard- well, and executed by Miss Helen Miner, technical director, assisted by Q crew of workers. Due to the limited facilities of the Women's club stage tho sets of an elaborate play of ten scenes must necessar- fly be Simplined.
 The setting is in a gtyalized man. ner against background represent Ing the skyline of New York city, leaving the change Of locale to the imagination of the audience In the manner of "Our Town"
 For instance there is e sightseeing trip around Manhattan, c taxi ride, the subway train, tho Metropolitan Museum. Sand street, to say foth- ing of the Statue of Liberty. By presenting the play in this manner, the Civic Theatre iS following the latest trend In the theater.
 Tho properties will be handled by Miss Clar1Ssa Deming. Under her will be Miss Tina Codianni and Mss Janet Hines.
 Miss Lucille Guilbert will have the management of costumes and she will be assisted by Mss Susie V. Adams and Miss Carolyn Beards- Icy.