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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22
Tenants Make Up Los,
In Housing Project
For Perfect Record
Chicago Community
Of 1000 Persons CIeurs
'BIotch' From Record
BY the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press
CHICAGO. Dec. 22-The Chicago
Housing Authority, which keeps ac-
count of rent collections from
colored tenants In the city's largest
housing project, has $156.4s marked
down as rent loss" in the last 10
months.
On the debit side Of the authori-
tvs ledgers, the s5O6,314.96 repre-
sents the amount Of rent paid in the
period by the approximate 1000 per-
sons living in the projects 1852
apartments.
Although the rent loss for the
year and half since the Ida B.
Wells homes opened amount to only
3-100ths Of per cent, some ten
ants, all OF whom earn comparative
ly small salaries. decided that they
wanted a 100 per cent collection
record.
Seek to Make Up Difference.
Members of the community's
small newspaper decided to ask
tenants for contributions to make
up the Sl56 49-10 cents from each
family was ali that was to be asked;
a nickle was all right, and if some
wanted to pay Is cents. that was
all right, too. But no more than Is
cents was to be taken from any
family.
The money was raised and the
Chicago Housing Authority is going
to mark off its books the rent loss"
for the Ida B. Wells Homes.
A party was planned tonight by
the tenants and a receipt for the
S159 40 will be turned over to Oscar
g. Brown, manager of the project.
Elizabeth Wood, executive secre-
tary OF the housing authority, said
that there was much discussion
about the project when it opened.
She said many complaints were
made that the colored tenants would
not take care Of the property and
rent collections would be difficult.
Project Believed Record.
The housing authority is pleased
and proud of the way the property
Is being cared for Miss Wood said.
I'VE believe that the Ida B. Wells
Homes has made a record in rent
payments"
The average annual income of
the tenants is s75s, and the monthly
rental for the apartments, ranging
from two to six rooms, Is from $18
to S23. The project covers an area
OF A acres on the South Side, at
Thirty-ninth street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22
Axis Diplomats in Chile
Reported Asking Visus
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
SANTIAGO, Chile, Dec. 37.--The
pro-democratic newspaper Defense
reported yesterday, without con-
firmation. that Axis diplomats have
asked for passport visas in order to
be able to leave the country quickly
If Chile breaks relations.
The paper added 1t understood
that If the break were made, Argen-
tina would assume representation Of
Chilean interests in Axis countries.
The Senate plans to debate rela-
tions with the Axis privately toanor-
row, In addition to discussions called
tor today. Minister of the Interior
Raul Morales will arrive December
n to report to President Rios on his
conversations in Washington, De-
fensa added.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22
WHEN SHOULD A FAMILY
GET A LOAN?

repayable in monthly instruments,
may be the best solution to your
problem.
When loan can help a family to
work out constructive financial pro-
gram, Household lends from $50 to
$500. Loans are made on furniture,
cars or without security. We do not
take wage assignments and do not
require endorsers. Borrowers pay
charges only for the actual time they
have the money. instruments shown
below include charges at the rate of
2T per month. The Maryland Small
Loan Law authorizes maximum
rate of $40 per month.
If you feel that borrowing will be
truly helpful to you, we will be glad
to talk your problem over with YOU
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22

Warm scarfs Of 1907 pure wool in
gay plaids, stripes and plain colors.
Many in smart blended colors and
patterns. Generous size.
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22
WPB Leather, Shoe Unit
Deputy Chief Appointed
By the Associated Press

By the Associated Press
Lawrence B Sheppard, Hanover,
Pa, has been appointed deputy chief
of the leather and shoe branch Of
the War Production Boards Textile,
Clothing and Leather Division, WPB
announced today.
Mr. Sheppard, who Is on leave
from his position as president and
general manager of Hanover Shoes,
Inc. has been serving as a con-
sultsnt in the leather and shoe
branch.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22
81 D. {. Se|eetees Begin
Army Life Tomorrow

Army life will begin tomorrow for
81 Districts selectees who have been
on reserve status since their induc-
ton December Is.
The group scheduled to report to
Weightnan School tomorrow morn
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22

Hawkins, Howard P.
Vassalotti, Michael
Mock, Lester H, jr.
smith, Orval
Smith, Ashhel c.
Whitney, Waldo D.
Nation, John c.
Horstein, lisa dorA P.
Eden. Kenneth H.
Branca, John c.
Kay; Lawrence l..
Gerdins, Robert r.
Ward, Robert c.
lookout. Vernon c.
Rosin, Joseph A.
Kelly. Eenry z tr.
Mundfrom, John F.
Henderson, r 7
Schecnter Harry L.
Masseu, Richard c.
Busits, Louis F
Fischer, Harold H.
7lotnlck, Jack
Proctor, John G.
Brown, Albert A.
Clark, VILLA m A., jr.
Sticka, Ben, tr.
Fagan, George e.
Martin, John D.
Eriscoe, George L.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1942-12-22

Her favorite Coty sets, including
Coty airspun powder and cabo-
chon loose powder compact. 9TH
ers comprising face powder and
toilet water.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

America" the Daily Express
said.
Addressing its comment to Mrs
Roosevelt, the Express added:
Your day and days here will
he great days In our lives he
cause history books only come
alive when great persons take
the stage"
The newspapers gave headline
prominence 10 Mrs. Roosevelt $
visit using larger type only on
Russian war stories. All carried
her picture on the front page
Most headlines were Of the ortho.
doN variety, but the tabloid Daily
Mirror proclaimed
Were sure glad to meet YOU,
ma'am."
Most Of the feature articles were
written by women reporters who
gave minute attention 10 Mrs
RooScveltS attire They empha
sized her simplicity and lack 6I
makeup
Olive Brown OF the Daily Mai
wrote.
"ShP's plain. Her tanned face
was unpowdered. She uses no
lipStick. She Is built generously
and dresses without pretense.
Watching her aS she chatSed and
shook hands endlesSly, the most
important impression she gave
me was one NJ real genuineness."
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Hailed by Press
First Lady's Visit Stirs Enthusiasm Of Papers ir
London; Called Unofficial Ambassadors

LONDON, oct. "a CUP).-Lon.
don newspapers today gave Mrs
Eleanor Roosevelt an enthusiastic
"One thing she will find wher-
ever she goes" the Daily Mail
said, "is the impetus given by a
new spirit of attack which has
become vibrant In the nation. 1t
Is n spirit fully shared with the
American forces and fortified by
their presence.
But its sense Of values goes
deeper in the belief that the long
days Of preparation are about To
be put To the test of offensive
action against the common
enemy on a greater scale than
any hitherto attempted"
The Daily Telegraph said:
THE person whom der mehrer
denounced as mainly responsible
for influencing her husband
against Germany must command
the respect and affection Of the
rest Of the world. We are CRATE
ful to President Roosevelt. since
he cannot visit H. himself, for
sending his better half"
Mrs. Roosevelt Is an unoffi-
Cial ambassadors To two nations
-ambassadresS from America 10
Britain and from Britain 10
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

1888, and several other members
of the British cabinet.
From the station Mrs. Roosevelt
rode in the royal automobile with
the king and queen 10 Bucking-
ham Palace, passing en- route the
bare, gaping spaces in the bombed
areas Of the city.
After taking tea with her hosts.
Mrs. Roosevelt was shown over
the suite of rooms which she will
occupy during her stay in the
palace, Queen Elizabeth herself
acting AS guide.
A numb Der OF distinguished
guests attended the dinner AT the
palace last night in honor of the
American Presidents wife, includ-
ing her son, Elliott.
Others al the table were Prime
Minister and Mrs. Churchill. Am
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Energy Plus
Mrs. Roosevelt's Viqor
Amazing TO British

LONDON. Oct "a INS)-Oh
her Journey 10 London from the
British airport where she landed
after flying the Atlantic. Mrs Ele-
amor Roosevelt left in her wake a
crowd Of BritonS highly impressed
by her boundleSS energy. II was
discovered today.
The conductor of the train on
which she rode. said:
Mrs. Roosevelt never stopped
talking and writing for one mo
ment. I've never seen such
energy"
And the news vendor a. the sta
ton murmured unbeheVngly
We'll. Who would have
thought It,"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Mrs. Roosevelt Doubts ". 9. VIII 60 Dru
CONTINUED from Page One)

Continued from Page One)
for me-" she said. There are
80 many OF you that II looks
more like one Of my husbands
press conferences than one Of
mine AT home. have only
ladies at my meetings"
Although Mrs. Roosevelt Oh
served regulations restricting nor
luggage 10 "a pounds, she some
how managed 10 bring over all the
vital interest and charm for which
she is noted.
Her easy manner was much APP
for most English cor
were not quite sure
what sort of things 10 ask the wife
Of 2 Preside
The meeting was indeed differ
Cnt from her informal and intimate
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
NOTICE IN PAPERS

The new amendment states that
the advertisement OF the closing
Of the rolls must appear IN local
papers two weeks prior 10 March
l, instead Of April l, as previously
required
Ny Amendment - gives tho police
commissioner authority 10 hire
special police during the tmcr-
gency due 10 the war manpowcr
shortage Men unqualified as rcgu-
lar patrolmen may be employed
under this amendment. bat Will
not be covered by civil service or
pension systems and viii term
mate their employment within six
months Of the end of the war.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
The Official Version

LONDON. Oct "A GNS) "A
court circular. issued from Buck
lngham Palace last night, gave
this official version Of the recep-
ton for Mrs. Roosevelt:
THE king and queen, at
tended by the Countess of Spen-
Ger and 1t. Col. Sir Piers Leigh,
drove 10 Paddington Station this
afternoon TO meet Mrs. Franklin
Roosevelt, upon her arrival in
England.
Their malestieS gave a din
ner party this evening In honor
Of Mrs. Roosevelt. Mt which Vice
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Elliott Clasps
Roosevelt Son Surprised,
Invited 10 Palace

LONDON, oct. u GNS).-The
sudden arrival in Britain Of Mrs
Eleanor Roosevelt caught even heI
son, It Col. Elliott Roosevelt by
surprise, II was revealed today.
Roosevelt was on duty ~ United
States general headquarters wher
ne was called tolthc telephone.
"NOur mother has arrived
safely in London" he was told
"and you're invited to dinner AZ
Buckingham Palace"
HedCasped. then replied
Zine, Ill be there"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

Admiral Lord Louis Mountbat-
ten and Lady Louis MOuntbatten
were present.
THE following had the honor
Of being invited:
'His eNcellency, the United
States Ambassador; the Prime
Minister and Mrs. Churchill;
Field Marshal SHUTS, 1t. Col.
Elliott Roosevelt.
Also present were the Right
Hon. j. s. SHUTS tson Of the
field marshall. the Countess Of
Spencer, and 1t. Col. Sir Piers
Leigh"
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

But, a. I said, II was $50 be-
fore he left.
II am interested In every
phase Of what women In Great
Britain have accomplished.
You have had many more
wears of experience than we. A
great many men and some
women have thought nj home
that women would not be needed
for various things.
They areT' now finding that
women are very much needed
for n good many things.
MUCH TO LEARN"
81 think there Is a great deal
for me 10 learn. and I am hoping
10 learn all can. Our condi-
lions are different. hut 7 think
one can always adapt things. I
think there - a great deal from
your experience and knowledge
We will he able 10 use"
Regarding possible eehseFiptief
Of women, Mrs. Roosevelt said;
"You come to everything az
you need II. II Ia very difficult
10 make people realize the i'm
portance Of some piece Of work
until il is very badly needed.
II was visiting the West Coast
Of America recently and was
asked by a manager why he
couldn't get more women To
work for him. He said he could
do with three times aS many.
But there we had the diff
Guilty of inadequate services
which would permit mothers 10
60 out and work in a factory"
RECALLS PRAISE
Mrs. Roosevelt recalled the
President praise Of women s
work in war production after his
recent trip.
Americans on hand for the con.
ference had little feeling oil
iomcSickneSSt as Mrs. Roosevelt
remarks were so typical OF those
she makes al home
Mrs. Roosevelt was smart in 2
dress Of black wool with narrow
Of jet beading at the ~
neCkline and sleeves.
Her hat, styled much like the
one in which she arrived, was
black felt. pierced with a knohhS
gold hatpin. Her shoes were black
kid.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Prince Visits West Indies

WILLEMSTAD, Curacao. Dutch
West Indies, Oct "a (INS).-
Prince Bernhard of the Neither
lands arrived in Willemstad by
plane yesterday, marking the first
time in LOT years that a member
Of the Dutch royal family has vis-
tied the West Indies.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Just .Nrs. Smith

LONDON Oct II UPl-Mrs.
Eleanor Roosevelt and nor Sccre-
tary, Nalvina Thompson Travelled
inCocnito. Mrs. Roosevelt as Mrs.
Smith" and Miss Thompson as
Miss Brown" il was revealed to-
day.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

Canvass Opens
On Swap Rides
lo,o b, Inisr,tlonal Ner, rho,.a

Swap-ride enrolment blanks,
100000 of them. started changing
hands today as members of the
Victory Aides, their husbands and
Boy Scouts. passed them on TO
Detroiters with automobiles in a
house-to-house canvass.
The drive 10 enroll Detroit's
automobile supply is expected TO
take a week after which the cards
will be sorted, filed and swap-ride
groups of four or five made up.
This work is scheduled 10 be COM
pleted by November IS, the day
Detroiters can sign up for "B"
cards in the gasoline rationing
program.
Donald Slutz, co-ordinator of
the Detroit Office of War Trans
portation. expects at least IS per
cent of the cards will be returned
by persons willing to share trans
portation.
30 PER CENT RESPONSE
"In our first attempt to en-
roll swap-riders in Rosedale
Park, the area bounded by West
McNichols, Greenfield and Ever
green roads and Fenkell avenue,
we had n response of 80 per
cent, which Is almost perfect"
SlutZ said.
Mrs. John ~ Failing, chairman
of the Victory Aides, expected
more than 1000 volunteers to help
with the enrolment.
I'VE will try to reach every
DetrOiter with a car within the
next few days" Mrs. Failing
said. But should we miss any
one, they are asked TO call Vic
tory Aides headquarters, at
Columbia 1900, and blank
will be mailed TO them"
It was pointed out that swap
ride drivers will be eligible for
B gas cards and for recapped
or grade two new tires.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

posed TO he a deep and we'll
guarded secret, a goodly crowd
was on hand, for the news had
spread. somehow. Londoners
flocked to the station in the wake
of the official automobiles and
there was more than a sprinkling
of bronzed. husky doughboyS of
the AEF in the crowd.
As Mrs. Roosevelt stepped from
the compartment Of her train 10
the red plush carpet that was re-
pectfully spread by station at
PENDANTS there was a lusty cheer
from the American soldiers.
That was the first welcome for
the wife Of the President of the
United States. The royal welcome
was fully as warm, If more re-
strained.
King George was the first 10
greet Mrs. Roosevelt, who adj
vanced smiling with extended
hand
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
Told by Berlin

LONDON. Oct. "a INSIDE
spite the secrecy surrounding the
visit of Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt TO
Britain. the Berlin radio was heard
announcing her arrival in a news
broadcast at Z last night.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
WHAT AMENDMENTS MEAN

Anyway here's what the -four
amendments really mean:
Amendment a, concerning the
prorating Of taxes on city-aCquired
property, merely means that when
the city acquires land through CON
domination or other means. tho
treaSurers office viii kick back
any taxes paid IN advance and not
yet used up
Amendment p refers n the
recording Of municipal bonds and
coupons and payment of interest
thereon y Boiled down from four
long paragraphs il means that two
records, one IN the controllers and
one in the trcaSurer.S office. are
now kept OF all matters relating
10 city bonds. II YOU vote in tho
amendment, il means they will
cut the duplication and keep only
one set Of records, and that in the
controllers office.
Amendment G battles for some
time even tho most StudlouS Oh
server. II seeks 90 sci March
instead Of April / as the date Of
completion Of the assessment rolls
by the assessors. You might say
that this was done a year ago and
you would be right But the city
overlooked one small technically
which IL IS attempting now 10
clarity.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
ROYAL WELCOME

81 hope YOU left the President
In good health" said the British
monarch.
Then Queen Elizabeth welcomed
the visitor.
I'VE have been looking for
ward TO your visit with the
greatest Of pleasure" she said
II hope that YOU had good
journey, though / am sorry that
II was delayed"
Instead Of exchanging the for.
NAL bows from the waist as ir
byCone days, both the king anc
queen shook hands warmly with
Mrs. Roosevelt. and the cabinet
ministers and other members oi
the encourage did likewise. Be.
fore the presentations Of Elder
and the others. Mrs Roosevelt
and the king and queen stood
together and smiling for
several minutes.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
4 Amendments
To City Charter
On Nov. ; Ballot

(Tbis Is tte lasi ~ series
describirg the propositions tctich
uU be bcfore thC otCrs tR tho
election Norember s..
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
AWAITS RATION CARD

She cleared up q minor con-
troversy regarding ration cards.
saying she would get one when
required. which will be five days
after arrival
at was very kind of the king
and queen 10 ask Elliott TO din
ncr last night" she said
II had chance to take him
10 my room and talk with him.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
WAAC HEAD THERE

Mrs Roosevelt was accompanied
by her secretary. Miss Malvina
Thompson. Mrs. OVeta Culp
Hobby, commander Of the Amer
lean WAACs. arrived on the same
train but apparently was not a
member Of the official visiting
party. She was met by Lady
Reading. who is chief OF the Brit
ish Women's Voluntary Services.
Mrs. Hobby was accompanied by
Third Officer Bette Bondell Of
Arizona, who also is expected 10
study thoroughly the British
women'S services.
Mrs. Roosevelt. who knows her
London well from Cirlhood school,
days and frequent pre-war visits.
arrived on a typically raw. cold.
fall day with that accompaniment
Of drilling rain 50 familiar 10 the
British capital But. as a good
omen, perhaps, Just before she ar
rived at Buckingham the sun
broke through the clouds.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

alone at the palace, but Joined the
king and queen later 10 discuss
her plans for The day.
A large batch of mail arrived
at the palace this morning for
Mrs. Roosevelt. Many cables from
the United States arrived.
BIG CROWD OUTSIDE
Outside the palace the crowds
that assemble daily 10 watch the
changing Of the guard were
larger than usual.
The throngs included many
American soldiers and bluejackets.
After the dinner in her honor
AT the palace last night Mrs.
Roosevelt had long chat with
Princess Elizabeth and Princess
Margaret
The young prinCcsSeS remained
in London 50 that they could
meet their parents distinguished
visitor.
The British public. forewarned
that the American First Lady is
a strenuous traveller, prepared 10
follow her activities with that
same breathless interest she ex-
cites in America.
Mrs. Roosevelt plans 10 spend
two or three weeks IN England.
While the primary purpose Of her
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

conferences az Washington, hut in
a fcw minutes she had pierced The
reserve and aWkwardneSs Of the
situation
Mrs Roosevelt gave details 81
her first evening at Buckingham
palaCn
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24

bassador Winant. Prime Minister
Jan Christian SHUTS of the Union
of South Africa. Lord Louis Mount
hatten. head Of the Commands,
and Lady Mountbatten.
WARTIME MEAL
II was a simple three-course
wartime meal with small servings
Of meat and butter. in conformity
with rationing regulations. Before
Mrs. RooSevelt's arrival, il was
reported that she and members
Of her party would receive ration
books. But this was an error.
There were no speeches at the
dinner.
The king wore a naval uniform
and the queen. still in mourning
for the Duke Of Kent, wore a
black dress.
After dinner the entire party
went 10 the palace movie room.
where they saw Noel Coward's
film on the Royal Navy. I'm
Which We Serve, 1t was nearly
midnight when the party began
to break up
During her entire stay Mrs.
Roosevelt will he a guest al one
place or another. but no longer
than five days al any one estab-
lishment. That is another wartime
regulation.
Mrs. Roosevelt appeared CHEEKY
and casual upon her arrival. When
she stepped from the train she
carried the usual large handbag
and book under her arm. She met
the occasion in the same informal
spirit in which she served the king
and queen hot dogs when they
were her guests al Hyde Park.
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
sMARTLY DRESSED

Mrs Roosevelt was smartly
but somberly dressed when she
stepped from the train AT Pad
dington. after her Journey from
an undisCloSod aiUdrOme. She
wore a long black coat trimmed
with-blue fox fur Her hat, how
ever. gave a touch Of color. being
OF cherry red trimmed with green
feathers
King George. the first 10 greet
her. was IN the uniform Of a mar
shall If the Royal Air Force
Queen Elizabeth wore a black vel
vet coat and a black hat
After tho initial exchange Of
greetings moro like those between
old friends than the formal salu-
tetions Of official personalities. tho
king presented Mrs. Roosevelt 10
Ellen. whom she had entertained
in Washington IN the winter OF
Detroit evening times. (Detroit, Mich) 1921-1958, 1942-10-24
ANOTHER HIT

As soon as the conference broke
up. IL was apparent that Amer
lcaS star traveller had made an
ether INT.
Most English comments were
accompanied by a tone Of pleasant
amazement that the wife Of the
President could be so informal and
yet AT the same time so ready with
information.
Immediately after the confer
cree. Mrs. Roosevelt returned 10
the palace TO do little work.
The rest Of her day was 10 in
clude a tour Of London's east end
and the bltzed areas. plus a study
OF London's municipal control CEN
ter and a reception by the dean
.of ST. Paul's.
II am very fond ~ people
and like talking To them" She
said as the reporters babe her
gOod-by.
MUTUAL IGNORANCE
Most people in England know
very little about the United
states. and most people In the
United States know little Of
England"
Thcre IS bound 10 bp closer col
alteration after theEwar, she said.
because friendships made during
fighting days are friendships that
last and because the ideals and
ultimate detectives of our two
countries coincide
Mrs. Roosevelt had breakfasted