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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
PRE- PARED ESS
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AMERICAN RED CROSS

Tpo million volunteer Red Cross
workers-a militant army OF mercy.
GIVING a pint Of blood for the
~ army and navy is new form
of patriotism in which thousands
of loyal Americans are now par
ticipating.
This blood, processed into life
saving plasma for emergency
transfusions, is collected from vol
unteer blood donors at IS Red
Cross Blood Donor centers.
The program was launched
In February, 1871, following n
request by the surgeons gen.
eral of the army and navy that
the Red Cross provide $4,000
pints of blood to be processed
into dried plasma. This pro-
gram has now been expanded
at the request of the army and
navy TO the point where over
one million donors will be re-
quired. Eighteen centers have
been opened, and donations
are pouring in at the rate Of
approximately 10000 a month.
Giving blood is a simple proc
ess, requires but few minutes
time on the part of the donor,
and has no after effects. The blood
is shipped daily in refrigerated
containers to the laboratories,
where it is processed into dried
plasma, a light, straw colored
powder that can be kept indefinite
ly and transported easily.
Numerous cases have been
reported where plasma saved
the lives Of American soldiers
and sailors suffering from
burns and traumatic shock,
and Red Cross plasma has
been distributed to our armed
forces operating i'm the Atlantic
and Pacific war theaters. How
ever, thousands Of additional
donors are needed to supply
the full requirements for the
army and navy, and to provide
plasma for any civilian emer-
gencies which may result from
enemy action in this country.
Red Cross Blood Donor centers
are located in New York, Phila-
delphia, Baltimore, Buffalo, Roch-
ester, N. Y, Indianapolis, Detroit,
Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Boston, Mil
waukee, Cleveland, San Francisco,
Los Angeles, Chicago, Cincinnati,
Brooklyn, and Washington, d. G.
prepared exclusively for WNU.)
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15

Take especially good care of
pots and pans now that metal Is
needed for war industries. Often
old ones can be repaired. Heat
them slowly and do not use too hot
a fire, thereby reducing the strain
on the metal and amount of heat
used.
A stale loaf Of bread, with crusts
removed, will yield eight cups Of
crumbs. When stale bread begins
to collect around the kitchen, grind
it into crumbs, and store away
in a glass jar until ready to use.
Cheese will stay moist longer II
the edge is thinly spread with but
ter before the cheese is placed in
the refrigerator.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
! ASK ME- y
! ANOTHER &
: A General Quiz
The Questions

I. Did Confucius live before,
during, or after the time Of Christ?
2. Which is the Oldest business
house in the United States?
3. In the development Of man
what characterized the neolithic
age?
a. Which Of the following does
not touch Canadian land: Yer
mont, Wisconsin, Idaho?
5. What is fancy name for
magic?
6. What does a telegrapher
mean by the number 70?
Z. How did the fast-moving little
reconnaissance cars of the army
come to be known as jeeps?
8. How is the change from cent?
grade temperature into Fahren-
heit made?
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15

Killers semi-hysterical demand
that his stooge Reichstag vote him
more dictatorial powers-which it
promptly did-was of particular in
terest to Intelligence authorities in
the light of secret information con-
corning a recent scandal in high
Nazi circles.
According to a confidential report
it was discovered that well-organ-
lied racket, protected by big-shot
Nazis, was looting the food supplies
Of U-boats when at their home ports.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15

MONT you find it fun to make
- your daughters play clothes
in cunning styles and pretty cot
tons? In Pattern No. 1570-B you'll
find a play set for girls from to
years old which has many prac-
teal features.
First comes frock--delight-
fully cool with scalloped cap
sleeves, pert pocket, braid and
button trimming and a button
down-the-back opening which
makes it easy to get on and of.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
The Anssvers

1. Before--551-478 B. c.
2. The Perot Mailing Co. In
Philadelphia, established in 1887.
3. The use Of polished stone i'm
plements.
4. Wisconsin.
5. Thaumaturgy.
6. Regards.
Z. The first 1900 cars bore the
model marking &c. w. p" Soldiers
dropped the middle initial and
called it "jeep."
8. Multiply by 9/5 and add %
degrees.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
ElSan!!eAyhls =
Go Slow for Safety

The little man ordered his meal
and waited patiently for it to be
served. Halfway through the Sec
ond course the waiter came quiet
ly to his table.
Excuse me, sir" he whispered,
shut I advise you not to hurry
with your meal"
"Good gracious!" exclaimed the
little man. why shouldn't II"
"Well, sir" said the waiter,
'you're sitting on a prize-fighter's
hat. but he doesn't know 1t yet"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
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| MGRRfG0-R0uIlD |
ALASKAN HIGHWAY
Washington, d. G.

fAklfA0nAfAAN kAvv<N =
After all the hullabaloo about the
vitality needed military highway to
Alaska, 1t now looks as If 1t would
take at least two years, perhaps
nearer three years to build 1t. One
trouble is there is still an argument
about the route. 1a
To date the army has picked a
route by way of Edmonton, center
Of the prairie state of Alberta, which
is longer than the route advocated
by Alaskan territorial officials.
The Alaskan officials propose a
short quick route straight up from
the state of Washington to Prince
George, then on to White Horse.
Part of this-about 400 miles to
Prince George-already is built. And
If interned German, Italian and Jap
anese prisoners were put to work on
the remaining link, it might be
finished before winter.
However, both the army and the
Canadian government favor the
longer route via Edmonton. This
would follow the chain of Canadian
airports to Alaska. These airports
are operated by the Canadian Pacif-
ic railroad, which may be one sig
nificant reason why the Canadians
want road to link them up.
The army originally picked
this route because last summer
some of its planes, en- route to
Alaska with green pilots, got
lost and cracked up. So it was
suggested that a highway link
ing the airports would serve as
a guide to airmen. The army
also favored this route in order
to send gasoline and supplies by
truck to air bases. The war
may be just about over, how
ever, before this interior high
way is built.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
Easy Food Source

The Cistercian monastery in Al
cobaca, Portugal, obtains all the
fish that it requires for food at no
cost and with little labor. The
cooks merely drop nets into a
branch of the Alcoa river, which
flows through the middle Of their
huge kitchen.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
Sure Not!

"Hose did you sleep?" asked the land.
lady.
Il didn't sleep all nigh. I soas troubled
suith insomnia" replied the nesc bo0rder.
"Thats ie!" exclaimed the landlady.
-PH give you IS for every one you find
IN the bedf"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
The Feel of II

The Feel of 1t
"Aren't people funny?"s
eyes. If you tell man there
are 27O, 678, 1884, BAL stars in the uni
verse he'll believe you, but if a
sign says Fresh Paint that same
man has to make a personal in
vestigation.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
ROOSEVELT FAMILY DINNERS

In the usher's office, just inside
the front door, an old-fashioned call
board is hung, to indicate when
guests are in or out. There is space
for 20 names, but on a recent day
it carried only the names Of Mrs.
Roosevelt, Harry Hopkins and Lore.
ma Hickok, longtime friend Of both
the First Lady and Hopkins, who
often stays at the White House. (The
Presidents name is never entered
ON the board.)
A year ago it was possible to drive
along Pennsylvania avenue, turn in
at the White House gate, hand a
calling card to the footman at the
front door and eventually receive an
invitation from Mrs. Roosevelt to
come for tea.
Today, the gates are closed and
heavily guarded. The two ave-
nues flanking the White House are
barred to traffic entirely. Never in
100 years has the White House been
SO heavily guarded. The teas and
receptions are cancelled for the du-
ration, and the normally democratic
residence of the Chief Executive
stands cold and aloof.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
A CLEANUP

Ethel--We're going to give the
bride-to-be a shower.
Johnny-Count me I'm. III bring
che soap.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
DON'T LET
CONSTIPA ALTON

oWhen bowels are sluggish and you feel
irritable, headachy and everything you
do 10 an effort, do a. millions do = chew
FEEN-A-AfINT, the modern chewing
gum laxative. Simply chew FEEN-A-
MINT before you 60 to bed-sleep with
out being disturbed next morning gentle,
thorough relief, helping you feel swell
again, fun of your normal pep. Try
FEEN-A-AdnNT. Tastes good, 10 handy
and economical. A generous family supply
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
Still in the Dark

The young parson had taken for
his text at his young mems class
the parable of the Wise and Fool
ish Virgins. In conclusion, he
said: 'Now, young men, which
would you prefer? The five wise
virgins with the light, or the five
foolish virgins in the dark"
The vote was unanimous.
Bachelor fireman's nightmare:
He dreamt the fire brigade came
to his wedding-but there was mo-
escape.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
Pay Or Say?

Pay or Say?
The Offices Of the inspector OF faxes
and the collector Of taxes scere in fhe
same building.
A sComan scho got into the elevator
said to the elevator boy: Taxes.
Collector or Inspector" asked the
boy.
"Taxes, please" replied the sUomar.
~No,u. look here, madam" said the
elevator boy, Edo you Want to pay or
just hare an argument"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
{ PATTERNS
! SEWING CIRCLE :

Second, there is an adorable bon
net to match, the crown Of which
buttons in place. The whole thing
opens fiat for ironing. Third is
a pair of overalls-so sensible for
play and SO healthy, too, because
in warm weather no top is need
ed and the wearer is exposed to
a grand sun tan.
Barbara Bell Pattern No. 1570.B is de-
signed for /. 2. 8. 4. s and 8 year sizes.
Size 2 requires 3ss yards 80 or 35.inch
material for ensemble. yards bias braid
for frock and bonnet.
Send your order to-:
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
who Could It Be?

Who Could It Be?
A man with a little black bag
knocked at the front door.
"Come in, come in" said the
father Of fourteen children, "and
I hope to goodness you're a piano
tuner"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15

WHATEVER color print mate
w rial you use with your plain
material, Millwheel will turn out
handsomely. It's one OF those
quilts that wins prizes!
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1942-05-15
JAPANESE PROPAGANDA

~AA@N@ 1850
that Japanese propaganda agents
are now marshalling their forces for
a concerted attack against the Unit
ed States in Latin America, with
Argentina, Brazil, and Chile as focal
points.
Japan will resort to number of
typical Axis methods to sway neu-
trail countries away from collabora-
ton with the United States, includ-
ing the Axis-worn tactics of making
overtures and giving assurances
that she has no imperialistic aims
toward these countries. On the 9TH
er hand, the Japanese will empha-
size that the United States has been
greedy in her international trade re-
lations and has imperialistic designs
on Central and South America.
In launching this propaganda at
tack Japan has instructed her
agents to do everything possible to
solicit the goodwill Of Spanish and
Portuguese representatives in Lat
in American countries.
LIZ AUUAttVn ~ VAVR8S ouu1
agents and diplomatic represen-
tatives, Japan has recruited
agents i'm commercial firms
throughout both Europe and the
American countries to propa-
gandixe persons Of Latin culture
and Catholic faith. In this CON-
nection, plans have been made
to 60 even so far as to try to
exploit his holiness, the pope.
Already $4,000 has been forward
ed to Japanese representatives in
Chile to be used in attempting to
bride government officials.
One of the most audacious phases
of the Japanese plan is the one that
calls for an attempt to induce q
revolution in the United States by
cooperating with factional groups
within the country, and creating dis
sension among the people by sniping
at the Roosevelt administration.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16

One of the incest parties Of the
spring season is the annual bridge
luncheCn sponsored by st. Paul's
guild to raise money for church ac-
tivitics.
This year the guild members
chose Valentines day. Saturday,
for their party, and had delight
full luncheon at the home OF Mrs.
w. A, Tcndro with some 80 guests
present.
Valentine decorations and rcd,
white and blue sWcctpcaS made a
very pretty setting for the party.
In the contract game Mrs. Louis
Rcbcr won high score; Mrs. w. j.
Meaghcr, second; Mrs. Henry L.
Loud, third Mrs. Jack ONcal,
fourth.
Many hostcSScS entertained
friends at the party, and a number
of no. host tables were taken al
50.
MIS-, o. j, Bradshaw had as her
guests Mrs Forrest Z. Kutz. Mrs
J. d. Adams, Mrs r d McPhcrrin
Mrs Dan Scott. Mrs. Ward Nc
Grew, Mrs. Earl F. Anderson, Mrs
Hazel Gallagher. Mrs. E. j. c.
burn.
Guests of Mrs. j. A. Straub were
MIS- w. II. Thornburg, Mrs. Den
&. PauluS, Mrs. John 3. McNCcrc
Mrs Thornburg winning the high
score prize and Mrs. McNeecc, the
low
Mrs George l.. Winright enter
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Report Results
Of Speech Me- ct

Two Of Central high schools
speech team members made the
finals in the Glendale speech tour
namcnt conducted this weekend: ::
Winifrcd PcarCc reached the finals
in oratorical defamation, this
event being won by Beverly Hills.
that school also winning the hum
crous defamation division in which
Roberta Shelbourne competed in
the finals.
Glendale won in the eXtemporan-
couS division. Hollywood in DANA
tic and Los Angeles high school, in
oratOry.
and Los Angeles high school, in
OratOry.
CCntral'S debate team was clim-
mated at the end of the sixth
round with Glendale and Hunting
ton Park competing in the final de-
bate
Fourteen schools participated.
Central was represented by Paul
Haun. Wally Christian, Craig
Strickland, Fayola Roach. Pauline
Hoy, Betty Ann Smith, Winniferd
Pearcc, LaVernc Zavala, Roberta
ShclbOurnc Mrs. Annette DamrOn
Ciillctt coach accompanied them as
did G. f. Gilpin. principal.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Westside Country
Club Has Party

WcStSide Country club members
recently enjoyed a Valentine party
with Mrs. Ada Cobleigh and Mrs.
Oleita Diehl as hoStesSeS and with
Mrs. Vcya Green in charge of the
program.
Decorations, games, tn c entire
party carried out this theme, those
present including: Ruth Bowman,
Olive Cannon, Aida Bobl6igh Mel
lie Curtis, Oleta Diehl. Ada Gala
CHER Veva Green. Maggie Havens
lvalec Higgins, FloSsic Inglc Lois
kramar, Jessie Lytlc. Victoria
Rich, Emma Robertson. Pauline
WeStmoreland, With the following
visitors Janet Lytle. Jo Ann West
morciand, Beth Kirby, Janet Bow
man, Nancy Ccbleigh, Alex Cob
leigh, Joel Krammar.
The next meeting Of the clu.,
is February 20 at the home of
Mrs. Lytle.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Schools
Churches
CALENDAR
MONDAY

MONDAY
maSon", $50, Masonic temple
Golf Auxiliary, 8. golf club
Cactus Gavcl club, 6:l5, Caiifor-
mia hotel
Carpenters, 1880, Labor temple
Red Cross board, 7:3O, headquar-
terS
!. V. Chorus, 7:3O, J. c. Auditor
ium.
Night school, 10, high school
Home nursing class, 1880, Impc-
rial.
ScrOptimiSts, 7, Barbara Worth.
TUESDAY
Well baby conference, $3.50.
IICltvillc civic center
Lions club, IL, ShcrwOOd's
l. V. Gem and Mineral society,
7:30, court house
Central Labor Council, 7:30, La
bor temple
Oasis Shrine No. 20. w. s. Of j.,
&, Masonic temple
NJ. c. Motor mechanics course,
7:30, Central shop.
l. V. symphony orchestra, 1880,
J. &. auditorium.
NJ. c. Field aid, !, Wilson school
Non. Com. guard Officers, 1880,
Stadium.
Evening Div bridge, 1880, 1912 Ell
hcntrO.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Clubs
Society
University Club
Enjoys Talk BY
Calipa atrian

Pointing out the popular ms
conception of his native Iceland,
the Rev. G.. B. Gudmundsson. min
ister of the Calipatria Commun-
itv church. corrected impressions
of that country giving an intense
~ interesting description of Ice
Iand and it's people for Women 5
University club Saturday.
The club met that noon at the
Barbara Worth hotel forlunchcon
ana program. Mrs. William
johnson. president presiding
The Rev Mr.. GudmundsSon dcs-
clibed Iceland's mild climate, the
customs of her people, and the de
tendency of Iceland upon the out
side world, since fishing is her
cnly native industry and since
everything else has to be import
Il Something of the history Of the
country and its sturdy people Was
recoumtcd as V: as something Of
the strategic part Iceland plays IL
tllc world today.
Al the conclusion of the talk,
the speaker answered many
questions from tic floor
Table appointment for the
luncheon was \ the valentine
theme. places being marked BY
pretty little valentines.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16

CentrO."
Mr. Davis went on to list some
OF the achievements of the guest
OF honor, both as builder and as
a civic leader, pointing out some
Of the many edifices which stand
as monuments to his Skill-just
a few Of them being the old Orc
g0n hotel, now the California ho-
tel, the Christian church, the
Catholic church, the Tulane the
atre, now the Coast Counties Gas
CO. headquarters, and finally the
Professional building.
Aside from this business, Mr..
Travers was active in all civic al .
fairs. being a past president OF
the Odd Fellows lodge, a school
trustee for nine years, a member
Of the city council for two terms,
director and president of the
chamber of commerce, member
Of the city planning commission;
president of the Imperial Valley
Building and Loan Association, re-
gional director for the Security
First National bank. county high
way commission one Of the ac-
1--we organizers of the associated
chambers of commerce
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16

navy blue with white also. her cor
sage bcuG of peach colorcd glad
iolas and Whito carnations.
Marlin Lovclady served Mr.
Thomas as his best man.
Preceding The entrance Of the
brio,al party MIS-. Wesley Moore
played a program Of music, and al
SO the accompaniment for Miss
Tonic Sue McChristy Who sang
Because" after Waieh Mrs. Moore
played the traditional wedding
march
After the ceremony MI and Mrs.
Thomas greeted their friends in
formally in the church foyer, leav-
ing Immediately afterwards On their
wedding trip. Upon their return
they will be at hCmc to their
friends at al Olive avenue, El Cen
trO.
Both Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas at
tended Central Union high school
and have many friends in the city
as have their respective families
making their marriage enc OF con-
siderable interest
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Junior High School Students
Presented in Piano Recital

appreciation which which this
group it studying, tho performers
made their announcements over
the microphonc which was hooked
up to a loud speaker.
These performers. in their piano
work, acquitted Themselves we'll,
playing clean technique, beautiful
tone and nice phrasinG. Tho entire
recital reflected credit, on both the
students, their teacher and their
parents as we'll since they make
their music possible.
These taking part were: Jane
Arplcgatc, Nicky Boln, Don Christ
lam, Diane ClcmonS, Jo-Ann Dill
beck. Phil Haas. Dorothy Mac
Hatch, Lorraine Sims, Chuck Mum
son. Audrey MaCurda. Jimmie Mun-
,on. Florence Moore, Lall9 Sue
Reed, Lorraine Stafford.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Lorene Thomas Married to
Charles Thomas SATURDAY.

At a pretty ceremony Saturday
afternoon, a ceremony impressive
in its simplicity and dignity Lob
enc Thomas. daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. c. L. Thomas Of FL Ccltro
became the bride Of Charles Thom-
as, son CT Mrs. Thomas and tie
late l. A. Thomas.
The marriage was solemnized in
the First Baptist church. the Rev
Mr.. Joe Nation reading the sery-
ice.
Exquisite roses and sweet peas
in soft colors decorated the altar,
before which the young couple
stood as they exchanged their
vows.
The bride never looked prcttcr
than in her wedding frock, smart
navy blue dress with white ac-
cents with which she were mat
ching hat trimmed with white
flowers. and otter accessories in
blue and white, her corsagc of gar-
dcnias repeating the white note.
Miss YvOnne Van Der Linden
was her only attt ncant and wore
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Announcement
Of Ne e+in9s

Mt. Signal home department will
meet wednesday at 10 am. at the
home of Mrs. Katherine Faulkner
just north of Seeley Community
hall the session starting at 10 am.
Mrs. Willis Barrett will talk on
China at II am, there will be a
luncheon served by committee OF
hosteSscs at noon and in the after
noon Mrs. c. H. H. Small, and Mrs.
James Arncr, project leaders, will
be i'll charge of the clothing demon
stration. Miss Florence Glenn. home
demonstration agent, will be present.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
St. Pau|'s Guild Sponsors
Bndqe Luncheon Saturday

tanned Mrs. E. l.. Allen, Mrs. E. b
Godfrey, Mrs. Guy G. Beynon anc
Mrs. C. s. Brooks as he" guests.
Mrs. w. j. Heald Clements i'll
vited as her guests, MesdamcS Ross
Den C. Bitter. Laural NJ. Ferguson,
T. HichcoX, Vaughn N. Thompson
Elmer w Heald. Howard P. Meyer.
Mary f. ohnston and E. P. Rich
ard.
Mrs. Harry W .1orJon'S guest
list were; McSdamCS w. A. Schcni-
man, Charles SChcniman, L. S
Bougler, O. J Jennings ir. Her
bert Going, w. II. LOrCnH, Charlie"
S. Emmitt Allen and John M. kcp-
Icy.
Wednesday bridge club members
postponed their meeting To play
at tho guild party, with Mrs. Jack
O Neal and Mrs. Sam Foster as
guests with MIS-. Reginald l.. Knox
Mrs. Richard Moore. Mrs. John
Kearney. Mrs. John d. Jackson MIS-
G. A. Irving. Mr$. W..iiam G. FoSS,
Mis-. Russell Yeager ATTENDING.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16
Bridge Dinner
Smart Affair

Mr.. and Mrs, Eugene Moore Cn-
tertained friends at a delightful
Valentine party, a bridge dinner
Sunday night at their home on
WenSley avenue.
Decorations were unusual and
most attractive a heart tree with
many Tiny TeG hearts making a
lovely centcrpiecc, while small vas
cs filled with sweetheart bouquets
of violets ccntered the quartet
tables.
Covers were laid for Mr.. and r
Y. Watson, Jr., Mr.. ana Mrs. Louis
B. MCManuS, Mr.. and Mrs. J. Roy
SalaSsi and the hosts
In the bridge game Mr.. and Mrs
SalaSSi won the prize for combined
high scores.
Imperial Valley press., 1942-02-16

Junior high school piano students
of Ruth Teeple Reid were present
ed in their regular February recit-
al Saturday morning in the studio,
523 Holt avenue, with their moth
ers and pupils of grades l-5 as their
guests.
A combined theme. both Valcn-
tine and patriotic, was used in the
decorations and program. The Sill
dio itself was decorated with val
cntincs loaned by the students, and
with gorgeous rcd sweet peas, a
valentine from Lorraine Sims and
Mrs. John Kuhn.
During me iCcital Florence
Moore read her essay on Music
Inspires True PatriOtishm,' an cs-
say which was received with en-
thuSiaSm.
Since radio technique and train
ing is ono of the subjects being
developed in the course in music