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Evening star., 1941-01-20
Tightening the Axis

As these lines are written the arch
dictatOrS. Hitler and Mussolini, are
presumably comforting together. Per-
haps because of the possibility of a
surprise visit by R. A F. bombers,
the meeting place is secret, though it
is supposed to be either Munich or
Salzburg.
Such conferences always portend
important happenings The famous
meeting at Brenner Pass last March
foreshadoWed the great German Of
fensiveS OF the ensuing spring. Hitler
and Mussolini have not met since
their rendezvous at Verona, the very
day when the Duce launched his i'll
starred attack on Greece.
In the interval much has hap
pened. part of it distasteful to both
of them. MuSSolini, especially, must
be in worried and chastened mood
For him the last three months have
witnessed an uninterrupted series of
reverses, which have Debated his po-
sition to decidedly junior partner
ship in the axis combination. More
and more he must lean upon the
might of Germany, which is still un-
impaired. Yet neither he nor his
Fascist colleagues have any feasible
alternative. For him and for them
it is literally rule or ruin.
Compared with II Duce, Hitler's
mind should be relatively at ease.
The def1ation of Fascist Italy, has,
for the German Fuehrer, its COM
pensations. Thus far, Italy has
fulfilled the role which German
strategy has wished her to take
that of worrying Britain in the Medi-
terranean and diverting large British
naval, land and air forces which
otherwise might be employed against
the Reich. Italian losses do not di-
rectly affect German strength. Only
if Italy should collapse internally
and German military occupation of
the peninsula become necessary
would the situation get serious from
the German point of view.
That intensified military prepara-
tions are being discussed by the die
tatorS is certain. Also, the forthcom-
ing trip of Doctor Karl Clodius eco
nOmic ace of the German Foreign
Office, to Rome indicates increased
economic collaboration between the
axis partners. Realizing as they must
that the trend of events is no longer
running smoothly for them, they will
undoubtedly seek to function with
maximum efficiency in every field.
One topic of pressing Importance
is bound to be the United States. The
frankly pro-British attitude of our
Government, supported by the over
Whelming weight of American public
opinion, is a major factor in the die
tators calculations. Yet, despite the
bitter anti = American campaign
loosed in the Italian press, it seems
unlikely that the axis powers will
precipitate an open break with this
country. On balance, maintenance
of the most technical neutrality
would presumably best suit their
interests, while a break by America
might automatically bring Japan into
the lists against us under the three
power pact, which obligates Japan
to aid her partners in case they
should be attacked by a power not
yet invoved in Athe current wars of
F,llrOne and Asia.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

10000 Washington wage earners-
men and women who enjoy all the
benefits of living in the District, but
who contribute nothing in the way
of income taxes toward the city'S
expenses.
Another legislative recommended
ton seeks further reduction in the
local unemployment compensation
tax rate. Discussing this proposal,
James E. Colliflower, president of the
board, urged a reduction that will
cut tax payments by at least $2,000,-
600 because of the fact that the
present reserve fund for local un-
employment compensation purposes
is large enough to meet all benefit
claims for at least ten or twelve
years" without the collection of any
additional revenue.
In addition, the board again will
submit to Congress a request for
more equitable Federal payment
toward the Districts municipal ex-
penseS, and reaffirmS its support of
the Summers resolution for a cOnSti-
tutional amendment authorizing
Congress to grant national repre-
SentatiOn to the District.
Each of these legislative recon-
mendations is fully competent to
stand on its own merit. The argu-
mentS pro and con have been fully
debated in the past, and the issue
in each case has been deciSiVely
resolved i'll favor of the boards pro-
posals. In the light of past expert
ence, however, there is no reason to
suppose that Congress will take
favorable action on the proposals
merely because they are meritoriouS.
If any substantial progress toward
the realization of these long overdue
reforms is to be made this year it
is absolutely necessary that the peo-
pie of the District give their full and
active support to the boards pro-
gram.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Finds Satisfaction
In Group Cooperation.

To the Editor of The Star:
seem to perceive an encouraging ges-
ture toward the solution of many of
humanity's problems in the growing
tendency of religious groups of diverse
faiths as well as other groups, to as
semble in conferences for the discussion
of common problems.
Humanity strangely divides itself into
groups, from the family up to the Ma
ton, or even the hemisphere, with null
titudinous divisions and subdivisions in
between. These groups are natural But
they all should be subservient to that
one, all-important group, namely, hu-
manity.
So say it is good to see the efforts
of capital and labor to get together, the
Catholic, the Protestant, the Jew, the
white and the black, and discuss prob
lens common to all
A HUMANITARIAN.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
inauguration

According to standard leXlCOnS IN
common use, the word inaugural
ton" signifies the great civic teStl-
val with which the President is in
Quoted into office" The origin OF
the phrase is lost in antiquity, but
philologists believe that it derives
from consultation of the auspices
by the augurs Of ancient Rome Ito
ascertain the will of the gods" II
the mystic signs we're regarded as
favorable, the declaration of that
fact COMPLETED the inauguration.
But the relative simplicity of the
proceedings Of the religious author
tiles Of primitive Italy gradually was
replaced with ceremonies OF vast
solemnity especially desiGned for the
glorifcation of both Church and
State in the Middle Ages. The rit-
ual of medieval coronationS eventu-
ally became so complicated and so
exhausting that kings and bishops
were known to have collapsed and
died under them. 1t was natural
that modern democracy should re-
ject such extravaganceS of pomp
and circumstance. The founders
of the American Republic included
many philosophic objectorS to os-
tentatious display. Perhaps it was
in Difference to their puritan views
that the Constitution, declared to
be in effect on the first Wednesday
in March, 1739, supplied the Ian
guage Of an oath which the Chief
Magistrate should take before en-
terine upon his duties but did not
provide for any formal procedure
for the swearing in. Thus it hap
pens that the inaugural ceremonies,
especially such spectacles as process
sions and s'' entertainments as
charity balls, are merely extra
constitutional customs"
Yet these festivities, particularly
since the inauguration of Andrew
Jackson in 1929, have meant much
to the people. The Dictionary of
American History, published in 1910,
notes that lin recent years" the be-
ginning of a new administration or
the popularity inundated continu-
ance of one has been attracting
hundreds of thousands Of visitors
to WASHINGTON while the Nation at
large hears the radio broadcast of
the Presidents address, the music
of the marching bands and drum
corps, and vivid word pictures of
the passing parade from the lips
of expert commentators" Even
when the weather is intolerably in
clement, as it was in 1887, the in
vestiture of the chosen leader of
the freest country on earth is a
dramatic affair-a pageant splen-
didly suggestive of the patriotism,
the spirited eXuberance and the
passionate earnestnesS of millions
of men and women and children
to whom the institutions of liberty
are precious.
Certainly, it is good that at in
tervals the electorate should par
ticipate directly in the picture" of
government, and through the SYM
bolism of the inauguration cere-
monies demonstrate the support by
a united Nation of its Chief Magis-
trate. In 1941, as this country pre-
pares to meet the greatest external
danger in its history, the whole
hearted rendering of this support
should be the primary objective Of
every citizen.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

originally established to combat the
peculiar fever characteristic of that
region, has had on it's rolls in the
past forty years some of the most
notable martyrs to science. Their
own achievements may have meant
little, per Sc. But they did not die
in vain since they laid the ground
work for this one momentous ad-
vance in the hard-fought, coSmic
battle of life against death.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
A Fitting Inaugural Offer
A Booklet on u. S. Presidents

Presidents and Their Wives. a 4s-
page publication, is a short cut to the
history of the United States. Here. in
compact form. will be found the biogra-
phies and portraits of all the Presidents,
the popular and electoral vote in each
election. names of the opposing candi-
dates, the Vice Presidents, and the de-
cisive campaign issues. Outstanding
events Of each administration are re-
viewed in authentic historical perspec-
tive. Included also are biographical
data about the wives and families of
the Presidents, illustrated with portraits
of the First Ladies. This standard ref
erence work should be in every Ameri-
can home. To secure your copy inclose
10 cents in coin, wrapped in this clip
ping, and mail to The Star Informa-
ton Bureau.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Brighter Future Seen
After Wars End.

A1Ler war u.
To the Editor of The Star:
In our hatred of tyranny, in our par
liamentary systems of government, in our
belief in the dignity and rights of men
as sons of living God, we and the Brit
ish understand each other so we'll that
we properly take each other for granted.
Among all the great nations, we and
the British stand alone in understand
ing freedom We know the value of free
dom and the price of freedom; and, with
the help of God, which comes when men
make the supreme effort which God de-
sires of them, we shall surely move from
this peril beyond eXaggeration into a
security beyond our present hopes.
BOILING SOMERVILLE.
Norwood, Va.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

A Chicago ancient research expert
declares that Christ died at the age
of fifty, and not the hitherto
ed thirty-three. The important thing
to remember is for whom He died,
and not when.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

Goering declares that British at
tacks have not even scratched the
invasion ports. 1t does seem that
the Germans are better at scratching
than the British; so far they have
scratched no less than three invasion
plans, until further notice.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor must
bear the name and address of
the 7Criter, although the use of
a pSeudonyn1 for publication is
permissible. The Star reserves
the right to edit all letters 1rith
q rie1U to condensation.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

Some trophies if won three times
in row become the permanent
property of the winner. Repub-
licans should be glad that the White
House is not among them.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Huskin's Answers
To Readers Questions
Bu Frederic J. HdSktn.

A reader can get the anSUer to any
question OF fact By 1Drtting The EDe-
ming Star Information Bureau, Fred
eric J. HdSkin, director. Washington.
D. c. Please tnclose stamp for reply.
O. When was the first Nationwide
broadcast Of a presidential Inaugural
tion?-T. c.
A. On March 4, 1925, the Inauguration
of President Coolidge was broadcast.
O. How many men are in the Army
now?-H. G. N.
A On January /. 1941. it was esti-
mated that Army Regulars and National
Guardsmen actually under arms num-
bered 100000.
@. What are the names Of the
petunias that received All-America
awards for 1941?-T N. NJ
A. Blue Brocade, a deep violet-blue
petunia; Petunia Radiance, cerise rose
with yellow throat, and First Lady,
a blush pink petunia were all among
this years winners.
@. How much money does Puerto
Rico spend for goods in the United
States?-S. L. x
A. According to the Puerto Rican
Trade Council, the Territory of Puerto
Rico spent over 100000 900 in 1910 for
goods purchased from continental
United States.
@. In what part Of the body is the
tibia?-G. S.
A. The tibia or shin bone is the main
and larger of the two bones OF the
leg. 1t articulates with the femur
above and with the ankle bone below.
@. What is the name and age of the
dog that accompanied President Roose-
welt on his Caribbean cruise?-K D. c..
A. The Presidents Scottish terrier is
months old and is named Falla.
G. How many G-men are theref
R S.
A. There are at the present time ap-
proximately 1850 special agents in the
Federal Bureau of Investigation.
O. Did Andrew Carnegie leave a
bequest to William Howard Taft?-
A E. B.
A. In the will Of Andrew Carnegie an
annuity of $4,000 was left to the late
Chief Justice Taft as a token of per-
sonal friendship.
@. What did New York Citys new
Airlines Terminal cost?-N. B.
A. The terminal which faces Grand
Central Terminal across Forty-second
street was quilt at a cost of s5,OOOO 900.
@ How much do tourists in Southern
California spend on food?-M. CIV.
A. Figures from the leading tourist
bureau Of the State show that in a wear
visitors to Southern California spend
s42643648 for meals.
@ What language is spoken in
Egypt?-E. P R.
A. The official language of Egypt is
Arabic.
Q. For whom is Dubuque, Iowa,
named?-H. j. H.
A. The city was named in honor Of
julien Dubuque, a French Canadian
trader who got permission from the
Indians to dig lead there and else
where on tract of 100000 acres OF
land which the Indians gave him.
@ When were corrugated containers
first made?-M S. H.
A. Corrugated paper such as is used
for containers was invented by A. L.
Jones and patented December 10, 1871.
Jones assigned his patent to Thompson
& Norris Co. of Brooklyn, New York. a
few years later. Corrugated fiber boxes
came into use about 1890
Q. Do turtles have teeth?-W. S. A,
A. Turtles have no teeth, but their
jaws have horny, chisel-like biting edges.
G. What role did Eddie Anderson
tRochesteD play In the movie Green
Pastures PIX H. NJ.
A. He played the part of Noah in
the production.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

AS many workmen were fired at
one swoop from Fort Meade as were
killed in some of its namesake's
principal battles.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Praises Cartoon
On wend-Lease" RiII

Praises Cartoon
On LEND Lease" Bill.
To the Editor Of The Star
The cartoon Spring Flowing" in The
Star is worth a years subscription. 1t
was not smile that wouldn't come off
it was big ha, ha, ha!
Wonderful how much an artist can
say in picture! E. NJ PETERSON.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

A reader can get the unSwer to any
question OF fact By 1Drtting The Eue-
ming Star Information Bureau. Fred
eric J. Hdskin. director. Washington.
D. c. Please incloSe stamp for reply.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

O. How many men are in the Army
now?-H. @. N.
A On January /. 1941. it was esti-
mated that Army Regulars and National
Guardsmen actually under arms num-
bered 100000.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

O. When was the first Nation-w wide
broadcast Of a presidential inaugura-
tion?-T. c.
A. On March q, 1925, the Inauguration
of President Coolidge was broadcast.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

-. The Associated Press is exclusively e!,t,tled 70
the for republication OF all news dlSbdlci
credited to 1t not otherwise credited u ms
paper and also the local news puolshed reFeIn
All rights Of publication OF special oiSoalches
herein also are reserved
Evening star., 1941-01-20

O. What are the names Of the
petunias that received All-America
awards for 1941?-T N. NJ.
A. Blue Brocade, a deep violet-blue
petunia; Petunia Radiance, cerise rose
with a yellow throat, and First Lady,
a blush pink petunia were all among
this years winners.
Evening star., 1941-01-20

Name
Street
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City
State
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O. How much money does Puerto
Rico spend for goods in the United
States?-S. L. x
A. According to the Puerto Rican
Trade Council, the Territory of Puerto
Rico spent over 100000 900 in 1910 for
goods purchased from continental
United States.
Evening star., 1941-01-20
Member of the Associated Press.

Entered as second-class matter post Office,
Washington, D. c.
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@. In what part Of the body Is the
tibia?-G S.
A. The tibia or shin bone is the main
and larger of the two bones of the
leg. 1t articulates with the femur
above and with the ankle bone below.
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Race Relations Sunday

In the most enlightened country churches will
Sunday the observance Race Rea
Sunday February 9.
growing observance shows signs of increasing good
should be able to find tolerance and understanding
n the Christian church.
In Council of Churches Of Christ in
which will be distributed to white pasners
Sunday problem of relations affecting Negro and white IS
apty placed before the reader.
philosophy and its frank appraisal of the
situation that herewith reprint it:
Christian fellowship among needed America,
with a world at war, a other time in history
Every problem world found form in
the United solution found in the
religion has been made in this direction through
work of the churches and allied organizations
Prejudice the Jews however is fragrant in America and
Christians are called upon prejudice by purgng
hearts and minds by opposing discrimination against these people,
and by cutivating fellowship
attitude toward Indians Mexcan and Oena has injured
contributed international understanding and
goodwill The American Christian cannot escape responsibility
doctrine of brotherhood to become meanngful.
gvous nterraa problem in America that of Negro
relations. l many American communities
Fellowship denied Negroes in many American churches;
and inferior accommodations in the train
the boat although they the
Their educational opportunities whites
They paid Americans for the work.
They hold certain positions when they well qaed
They the under which they live
although they natve-born Americans.
And in the present crisis
by the national equal oppor
tunity prepare for service in national defense.
In all these things the Gospel profess challenges US to proclaim
practice the brotherhood relations In the face OF
many have taken this challenge
difficult this the downward road Of hatred and preu
leads difficulty The danger
lack the moral to
practice they Christian This applies
plOyers employees applies politicians high and low
ministers well their congregations In fact
applies o all of and women, young and old
follow Christ relations suffer social
Although the great whoever
nteacial goodwill three hundred and xyfve
days year his church and in his
community enrichment for his life, will strengthen de-
mocracy of the Kingdom Of God.
his life the struggle for nracial fell
osp the redeemed society of Chrstke and
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THE NEGRO is ON HIS OWN

eventu working the editorial desk
during things have happened Moreover things
watched the trend of the
political economic phases of American life
thing believe the American Negro
the Negro has fol-
type leadership leadership designed keep him
ptua-that controlled his efforts and
completely did cha slavery before the Emancipa
ton Proclamation
leadership began church. of which Negro
organizations schools Most of these ne
helping bring the Negro into full stature American
citizen they the beginning Negroes in those days. believed
regiousy inferiory of their position the white
the superiority of his Both but under the force
of propaganda conditioned for the
purpose of economic and political exploitation
But through years Negro grown By the
he has gained higher educational status and has learned
many of his white brothers Now, there is complete
change thinking of He longer believes he is
convinced must be judged by his deeds
the color of his skin the texture of his hair
But Negro gone through this transition and has
begun demands has occurred the
previously white phanthropsts There
will continue which will and
of supporting his directly the shoulders
himself The suffering Of the Negro under the uniformed
leadership who controlled his destiny the past
few years herocay His mistakes and shortcomings must
otherwise today different The
Negro America Of thinking has become of He has
attained high rank in the sciences business politics. diplomacy
and prepared furnish his people the right type
leadership chseers mounteban be hurled the wolves
The Negro The help advice
used to get sympathetic whites the This
dav What Negro this country going
TO depend leadership And has got be
days begging and beeechng OverN Amsterdam News
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CARD OF THANKS

To the ministers, to those who,
during our dear ones weeks of suf-
fering, helped to ease her burdens;
to all those friends and organiza-
tions who sent cards, kilograms,
flowers and donated the use of their
cars, and to all those who contrib
uted in any way to add to her
peace of mind through the dread
journey, we are deeply grateful and
regret that words cannot adequate
ly express our feeling.
w. M. Smith, Husband.
Essie r. Mason, Daughter.
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The Edgar B.. Ober
Home
By Morris Gibbs, Sr.


There has been dedicated in st.
Paul
A boys Christian center,
Where the heart is taught with the
hand,
Allowing Christ to early enter.
Christianity is stressed in its daily
work
By those who are in charge,
And boys need that training
Before they get too large.
This idea originated some thirty
years ago
From a little class of children,
Consistent has been the growth
AS envisioned by Christian men.
Many have been the donors
Who throughout the years,
Kept the doors wide open
And overcame a lot of fears.
It knows no creed or color
A wonderful thing to be sure,
An example of true Christian doc
trine
Which helps US our burdens to en-
dure.
It's nice to see mixed gatherings
All act as one kind.
Mingle and socialize freely
And exemplify their Father as the
One Mind.
This is one step toward overcom-
ing prejudice,
A better understanding is obtained,
For close contact can't help but
solve
Racial relations that are strained.