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The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
LAST RITES FOR
 FRANK PRICE IN
 SITkAON SUNDAY

Frank Price, Republican Repre- sentative Elect of the First Divi- sion, who died in Sitka yesterday afternoon, after an illness Of two weeks, was born in, Juneau ip 1886 and was married in 1927.
 Price was one of 12 organizers of the ANB of which he was Presl- dent in 1925 and 1926. He was De- putty Marshal from 1926 to 1884. He was for over 20 years city council man of Sitka and an elder in the First Presbyterian Church at Sitka since 1882 and also was treasurer.
 Survivors are his wife, Jessie, sons Frank, Jr. and Jimmie, daughters Gertrude, of Dubuque University; Myrtle and Georgia, and brother David.
 Funeral services will be held at Sitka Sunday afternoon conducted at the USO Building.
 Albert White. former United States Marshal today said Price who had been Deputy Marshal dur ing his administration in Juneau and Sitka, was fine upstanding employee of the Government in ev- cry way and filled his position with honor and respect of all.
 "The people of Alaska lost a val ued servant in the coming Legis- lature and the native people of Al aska a valued friend" said White. He was staunch Republican and had the respect of all"
 The Legislature seat will remain vacant as there is not time for a special election before the Legls- lature meets on January 27.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
COASTAL
 AERLINES FLIES 16
 FARES ON FRIDAY

Alaska Coastal Airljnes yesterday made four flights, carrying passeng- CTS to Hoonah, Haines, Skagway, Angoon, Sitka, Cobal and Tulse- quah. The following persons were carried to Hoonah: Frank Shelton, Leonard Wallace, Sam Asp and Esther Buck.
 From Juneau to Haines: Stephen Sheldon; to Skagway, Norman Hol- den and William Hart; to Sitka, Henry Moy, Pete Hangen. Mrs J. Laasko and Carl Sanstrom; to Tulsequah, B. O., G. Brooks, C. Aistrop and Edwin Tuley. Return ing from Sitka. James Williams was flown to Hoonah. and a stop at Angoon brought Ines Voostras to Juneau.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
(HARGES0F CONTEMPT 10
 FACE TERRY

WASHINGTON, Dec. 21.-Attor- neys for the Senate War InveStigat- ing committee said today they have asked for authority to file con- tempt charges against Edward P. Terry, former secretary of Senator Bilbo (D-MisS).
 The action is based on Terry's refusal to tell the committe what became of $15,000 which he said a New Yorker gave him to use against Bilbo in the Mississippi election this year.
 Committee counsel must obtain permission of President Pro Fem Mcclellan D-Tenn) and then pass the contempt complaint along to the Federal District Attorney here for presentation to a grand jury.
 Penalties for contempt of the Senate range up to a year in Jall and $1,o00 fine.
 The former secretary testified he got the $15,000 from Simon Liber- man of New York to back any op- ponent who could defeat Bilbo this year.
 Unable to find such an opponent, Terry said, he then was told to give the funds to anyone who op- posed Bilbo in the run-off primary. But Blbo mustered a majority over his four opponents in the first primary and there was no run-off, so Terry said, he handed the cash back to Liberman.
 Senator Ferguson declared this was impossible because Liberman died several months before Terry's bank accounts showed the money repaid. Terry said he was con fused" and declined to tell who re- ceived the funds.
 Meanwhile the 69-year-old Bill bo, declaring he has cleared him. self of all complaints about his dealings with war contractors, said he will spend Christmas at his "Dreamhouse" home near Poplar vile, Miss.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
Norma E. Burlord Becomes Bride of
 John [. F0urnie

In a candlelight ceremony last evening at 8 o'clock at the North ern Light Presbyterian Church, Miss Norma Ellen. Burford and MT. John Edward Fournie were united in marriage by the Rev. Willis R. Booth.
 Tine bride, wearing a zircon- color ed suit and matching hat, carried Ter Rainbow bible and white cy- clamens; and her maid of honor, Miss Marilyn Merritt, wore a matching beige suit and hat, and her corsage was of pink roses and chrysanthemums. Mrs. Wilbur K. Burford wore a dress of black crepe, and a white corsage of rosebuds.
 MT. w. K. Burford gave the bride away. Best man was Richard John son and ushers were Eugene Wood and William Darlin.
 Miss Frances Paul sang Be cause,' accompanied by Mrs. Carol Beery Davis at the organ.
 Following the ceremony, recep- ton was held at the home of the brides parents, MT. and Mrs. w. K. Burford, on Gold Belt Avenue. Assisting were Mrs. Howard Sim mons and Mrs. Hugh Wade, coffee service; Mrs. E. L. Hunter, cutting the cake; Mrs. Vance Blackwell and Mrs Kenyon MacLean presiding at the punch bowl, and serving, Mrs. Eugene Wood Mrs. Al Cooley, Miss Ruth Torkleson and Miss Doris Ca hill. The guest book was in charge of Mrs. Ralph Randall
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
CIVIL WAR
 IN CHIN A
 IMPAIRMENT

PEIPING, China, Dec 21-Cli- maXing weeks of political bick- ering, Chinese government and Communist leaders today declared full scale resumption of civil war is imminent.
 Gen. Ii Tsung- jen, director of Chiang Kai-shek's Peiping head quarters, said government armies would resume the offensive if the Communists continue to disregard Chiangs cease fire order.
 Six weeks ago, in a truce bid, Chiang ordered his forces to end their offensive. The Communists, demanding a restoration of terri tories seized by the government since an oft-violated Jan. 13 truce, immediately attacked in several areas
 In Yenan, the Communists chief negotiator, Chou En-lai told Asso- ciated Press correspondent John Roderick.
 The Communists will launch an all out strategic offensive if the government rersits in it's refusal to follow the democratic lines set by the interparty conference last Jan uary and fails to return it's troops to their January l3 positions"
 Gen. Lii accused the Communists of stalling Ito gain time in which to extend their sphere of influence over the country"
 On the military front, Commun- list guerrillas pushed through gov- ernment defenses to within II miles of Peiping, were driven off in a counter attack, then fought right back in another thrust at Antung on the Peiping Tientsin railroad.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
B ARE OBLIGATED
 LAST NIGHT TO vFW

There were big doings at the VFrW post last night, initiation and refreshments and a general good time.
 Thirteen were obligated at the meeting. They were J. R. Sigler, c. McKeon, J. A. Lowell, Don Pe- gues, R. H. Garvin, V. w. Trambi- tas, c. G. Daigler, J. F. Liddle, Roland Edmunds, L. R. Carlson, M. B. Feero, B. Riley and J. s. Be- land.
 The initiation, which lasted one and one-half hours, was well appre- ciated by 10th cid and new mem bers. It. Neil Cunningham, Com mittee Chairman, v. Bartley and II. Fennel planned a most enjoy able evenings entertainment and food for all
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
SKI DtDpE::

The Juneau Ski Club announces that the Sunday six program will be handled by the Junior Ski Club and is to be known as Junior day at the slalom hill Whether it be races, instruction, or the chow line, it will be up to the Juniors to keep the ball rolling.
 A large number of skiers are ex- pected to he on hand to enjoy the new snow fall on the hill The ski tow should be in operation for tfe first time this season. The racing committee has named the weekend of February 22-23 as the big race dates with more details 10 be announced soon. Invitations nave been sent to all Alaskan Ski Clubs for competition for these events. The Anchorage Ski Club has invited a team from the Ju- neau Club to be present for the Fur Rendezvous races the last week in February.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
SPECTACULAR FIRE
 IN SPORTS CENTER

KANE, Pa, Dec. 21.--Four busi- ness buildings were destroyed early today in the most spectacular fire in years at this winter sports center known to many as the "icebox of Pennsylvania"
 Fire Chief Patsy Marasco esti- mated damage at close to $100,000.
 Razed were the three-story o. T. Petersen building, two buildings of a garage and tire recapping estab- liShment, and smaller storage shed Ten to Is automobiles, 300 to 400 tires, and a quantity of rubber in the garag, were also destroyed.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
STEAMER MOVEMENTS

Tongass in port last night and sailed out this forenoon
 North Sea, from Seattle, schedul- ed to arrive at p. m. today.
 Denali scheduled to sail from Seattle today. Could arrive Tues day.
 Northern Voyager scheduled to sail from Seattle today.
 Princess Norah scheduled to sail from Vancouver, December 28.
 Sword Knot scheduled to sail from Seattle, December 28.
 Alaska, from West, due south- bound Tuesday.
 Baranof, from West, due south bound about December 30.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
S(had-A!exander
 NuptidIs Tonight

This evening at o'clock in the Church of the Holy Trinity, Miss Muriel Schad and MT. Leon Alex ander will be united in marriage, the Rev. w. Robert Webb officiat- ing.
 Following the ceremony, recep- tion between the hours of 9 and II o'clock, will be held at 923 E Street.
 No invitations have been issued but friends are invited to the we'd ding and reception.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
MORE BOMBING
 IN BUEN0S AIRES

BUENOS AIRES, Des. 21.-Un- identified persons set off power full bomb today in show window displaying painting depicting the events of Oct. IT, 1945, the day Juan Peron was returned to power in Argentina eight days after be- ing forced out as Vice President and War Minister by the Campo de Mayo garrison.
 The bomb broke many windows in the vicinity, but there were no casualties. Gen. Peron now is President of Argentina.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
MAS0NS TO ELECT
 OFFICERS MONDAY

Monday evening at 730 o'clock Mt. Juneau Lodge No l47 will hold it's annual election of officers to serve for the coming year. There will be no degree work during the evening, but Mulligan Dinner will be served in the Temple dining room at 6:30 o'clock. All Masons on Gastineau Channel are invited to he present.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
HERE FROM ANCHORAGE

Among yesterdays arrivals from Anchorage were J. w. Carter, D. M. Fletcher Adria Verano, Darrell H. Despair, N. A. Thompson, Wesley Rose. Eric Schutts, J. D. Skaggs, Arthelle N. Evans, Marguerite Pearson, MT. and Mrs. o. E. Un- derhill and son Douglas, and MT and Mrs. William E. Ferreris. All are at the Baranof.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
kILLEWieH
 CONCERT SUNDAY MIGHT

Katherine Alexander and Doro- thy Killewich, as part of the Christ mas festivities will give an organ and piano concert Sunday evening at 8 o'clock in the Resurrection Lutheran Church. A group of Christmas songs will also be sung by Lois Hared.
 The public is invited to this mu- sical affair.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
CHESTER RETURNS FROM 50UTR;TELL5
 OF RELIEF WORK

It. Comdr. E. P. Chester, aide to the Governor of Alaska, has re- turned to Juneau after an absence oi more than two months. Chester carried on negotiations in Seattle for relief shipments to the Terri tory until November 30 and on this date left for Portland where he re- mained until December IA.
 Comdr. Chester stated that the people in Seattle were very sym pathic toward the plight of Alaska and he received whole-hearted CO., operation from all groups and in- dividuals encountered during his work for the relief of the Territc.y. Especially helpful and cooperative were the Seattle Chamber of Com merce, the Mayor of Seattle, the Marine Trades Council, Alaska Steamship Company, and the many merchants of the Northwest.
 Although the first plan offered by the AFL unions, namely the five-ship program, was blocked by waterfront employees, Seattle offi- cials were doing their utmost to break the bottle-neck and secure the necessary relief measures, Ches- ter stated.
 He also revealed that his move ment to Portland was given 100 percent backing by Seattle. Ches- ter's first attempts to arrange for the loading of the two vessels out of Portland was considerably delay ed because of the failure of the Maritime Commission to nominate sufficient vessels.
 Real Obstacle
 One of the greatest difficulties encountered by Chester was cpnvinc- ing the Committee for Maritime Unity of the real need for relief shipments to Alaska. He said that auring the period that the CIO was in control of the shipping operation
  clothing, medical supplies and live stock feed were permitted to move. Later, when the AFL unions were the controlling strike faction, no strings were placed on the amount and type of cargo to be sent as re- lief supplies.
 ha oi6 c0id fhof fhn people in the Territory are consid- erably concerned over the possibili- ty of additional shipping strife as result of the jurisdictional dispute in Ketchikan. This evidence of further trouble leads the people of Alaska to wonder what new juriS- dictional strife will threaten ade- quate steamship operation in the future
 Chester believes the most imined- fate problem is the present interim freight rate situation and said there is strong possibility that, unless steamship operators receive a satisfactory proposal, Alaska may once again be without shipping fa- cilities after February 28
 Approximately fifty small fishing vessels were dispatched with food cargoes mainly to Southeastern AL aska during the shipping strike, Chester stated. The loading of these crafts was part of the big job on Chester's busy schedule during the past two months.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
AT BARANOF

Visiting here from Sitka and re- gistered at the Baranof Hotel are the following recent arrivals: MT. and Mrs. Max Ling and children, Albert and Norma Jean, P. A. Haul gan, Cecil and Charles Cook, and Victor. M. La Moe.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
GOVERNOR BACK SUNDAY

Alaska's Governor is due to ar rive at Annette Island this after noon from the south. He will spend the night in Ketchikan and will come to Juneau Sunday, accompan-
 jed by his wellknown son, Peter.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
ERUPTION IS
 FOLLOWED BY TIDAL WAVE
Death Wrecked and De- sfrutiion Wrought Over
 5O,OOO Square Miles

TOKYO, Dec. 21.--A violent earthquake-possibly the worlds heaviest-and the severe tital wave it erupted off Wakayama Penin- sula today wrecked death and de- struction over 50,0O0 square miles of Southern Japan.
 U. s. and Japanese sources re- leased these fragmentary reports:
 800 Japanese dead
 6l2 Japanese injured.
 42 Japanese and one British oc- cupation Soldier missing.
 4,500 homes destroyed.
 9.o44 homes heavily damaged.
 l4oo0 dwellings flooded.
 500 fishing vessels destroyed.
 An early estimate that probably LOCO Japanese were killed-based on report that 200 families at Kichi were wiped out"-was dis regarded later as Army and Japa- nese sources compiled their re- ports of known casualties.
 Kushimoto, a fishing town of 10000 on tfe southern tip of Wakayama Peninsula-at the south- eastern tip of Honshu-was report ed washed away by seven foot waves
 Fire destroyed one-third of Shingu, on the East Coast of Hon. shu, and IL s. Army fliers said flames still were visible there this afternoon.
 The temblor was recorded at APO a. m. Gl:20 a. m, Friday, PST). Slight tremors followed about every half hour.
 Damage extended from the northern coast of Kyushu through Shikoku and north to Shizuoka Prefecture on Honshu. Kyodo News Agency said the damaged area ex- tended $40 miles at its longest and 60 miles wide
 Osaka, Japan's second largest city reported IA killed, heavy property damage and water three feet deep in some sections.
 The famous cities of Kyoto and Nara, both former Japanese capi- tals near Osaka. appeared to have escaped any but minor damage. Both escaped bomb damage during the war.
 The U. S Military Government said Osaka has five days of food rations for 50,000 people. Large quantities of imported grain re- gently were released to Japanese at Kobe Authorities said they con- sieered the food situation good at both places
 However, U. s. military officials said it may be necessary to supply stricken areas on the Wakayama Peninsula by boat because of com munications disruptions.
 Although concern was expressed over the situation in Southern Shi- koku Island, Army officers said no outside help would be needed.
 Thousands of Japanese. fearing repercussions from todays heavy earthquake and tidal wave, began fleeing to the hills tonight, as they once fled from American bombs.
 The heavily hit town of Tanabe, on the wave-lashed western coast of Wakayama Peninsula, was de- serted after it's 2,500 homeless refugees sought safety in the hills.
 Others from nearby towns and cities also were reported seeking high ground They carried their meager possessions.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
IF SPECIAL ELECTION IS CALLED MRS. BACH
 WILL BE CANDIDATE

Mrs. Helmi Aalto-Bach Douglas pioneer, announced today she Will declare her intentions to be a Re- publican candidate for the House of Representatives, should special election be held to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Frank Price.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
HUNDREDS DIE IN EARTHQUAKEM JAPAN
HOTEL ASSN. ELECTS OFFICERS AT
 MEET; PLAN PROGRAM

Jack Fletcher has returned from Anchorage after attending the two day conference of the Alaska Hotel Association. This meet was the first of the proposed annual con- ferences planned by the Associa- tion. Delegates attending elected new officers to serve in the Terri tory for the coming year. Bob Lind quist, manager of the Westwood Hotel in Anchorage, will be the 1947 President, and John H. Nordale of Fairbanks is the new Vice-Presi- dent Jack Fletcher was reelected Secretary of the organization.
 Fletcher reports that many of the delegates scheduled for arrival at the conference were delayed be- cause of weather conditions, and so attendance was not as large as ex- pected.
 Most important item discussed was the OPA regulations and sug- gestions made on this matter at the conference will be taken into con- alteration for future reference. An other important subject on the agenda was advertising as concern ed with the entire hotel trade of the Territory It was agreed that, while crowded conditions in the present day set-up of the hotel in dustry make too much advertising undesirable, yet continued adver- Using is still important for the future when tourist trade assumes normal flow.
 Delegates also agreed that the airlines should be willing to invest capital in the building of accom- modations to relieve the shortage in the Territory, inasmuch as their trade stands to benefit by tourist traffic Also establishment of such hotels would insure those particular citics of the continued operations of the airlines routes through their section.
 Fletcher mentioned that the gov ernment proposes building two re- sorts at Glacier Bay in addition to the two National Park Service ho- tels now operating at Mount Me Kinley and Curry. The proposed resorts will be seasonal only
 The hotel man also revealed that the foundation has been laid and the ground floor already ''roughed in for the new three-quarters Of 8 million dollars addition to the Westwood Hotel in Anchorage. Weather conditions have delayed recent construction work on the new annex, which will have about 80 rooms.
 The American Hotel Association has adopted the slogan Try Spring or Fall for your next vacation" and the Alaska Hotel managers are in favor of this new promotional plan to encourage the spreading out of vacations throughout the entire year. Fletcher states that the Hotel Association is trying to interest the men of industry in the United States to inaugurate a system of staggered" vacation periods to re- lieve the terrific strain on hotel facilities all over the country. There are 48,000 Americans who could ar range spring or summer vacations because they are not handicapped by families or the problem of fall school terms. In addition, is is be- lieved that many others of the 58 million job holders in America would favor taking vacations at times of the year when restorts and hotels were not over-crowded and tightly booked.
 Juneau was chosen as the 1947 convention city, but a definite date was not decided.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
HERE FROM TERRITORY

Visiting here from other parts of the Territory are the following guests all registered at the Bar anof: Josephine Pue of Whitehorse; Mrs. Mary Whiting of Yakutat; Marian Shepherd, J. A. Burcham of Nome; Stephen Sheldon, Jr. of HaineS.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
WEATHER REPORT

(U. s. WEATHER BUREAU) Temperatures for 24-Hour Period Ending 6:3o O'Clock This Morning In Juneau-Maximum, 31; minimum, p.
 At Airport-Maximum, 34; minimum, 19.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21

Panels of aluminium and paper are being tested for use in house walls.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21

Guam has congress, but con- trol of the government is in the hands of the U. s. Navy.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
PRECIPITATION

Past 24 hours ending 7:3o am. today
 In Juneau = trace; since Dec. 1, 3.51 inches; since July l, 53.46 inches.
 At Airport - .04 inches; since Dec. 1, 1.96 inches; since July l, 36.63 inches.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21
WEATHER FORECAST
tJuneau and Vicinity

Variable cloudiness with some snow flurries this af- ternoon and tonight. h. creasing cloudiness with oc- casional light snow Sunday. Not much change in tenn perature with lowest near "A degrees.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-12-21

Winter officially starts to- morrow ard officially tomor- row is the shortest day of the year. In Juneau, the sun is scheduled to rise at 9:46 am. and sets at 4:07 pm. It will be several days how ever before there is much change in the length of the days
 You seq at the time the winter sclistice hits, the North Pole is tilted B de- grees and 27 minutes away from he sun. Then the Pole will tilt back again, and the sun also turned back by the tilt. will start north again for the following six months.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02
PLANK ROAD
LUDDY BROTHERS

REAL ESTATE & INSURANCE 20 East Main Tel. 3-0177 or 3-2569
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02
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CRNDrT MANAGER

WOULD LIKE to contact responsible party interested in taking over bal- ance of payments due on a 3 pc. tapestry living room suite. Orig. price $349, balance due e158. Ask for Mir. Gelish at the Boston Fur niture Co., 188 So. Main St., Wa t6rbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02

DAMP AND WET CELLARS = Made bone dry with new process. which also gives lasting finish. In various colors. Free estimates on all jobs. We "ACQUALIzE WITH AQUELLA." Tel. 4-7613.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02

WINDOW CLEANING - You will save money if you send for us to do your cleaning. Connecticut Window Cleaning Go. Office, 322 Pine St. Dial 4-4517.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02
A MESSAGE no INVESTORS

A MESSAGE TO INVESTORS We have carefully inspected and appraised the following properties and enthusiastically recommend them to you as being safe and sound investments.
 CENTRALLY LOCATED A story brick building containing twelve 1 room apartments with all improve ments and 3 stores. The rentals of both the apartments and stores have not been increased since the depression. A wise buyer will read- lily see the future potential income. Even these low rentals more than justify the price of $26,50O and show good return on your invest ment. Cash payment 5000.
 Buy this excellent value now and reap the harvest of the future. EASTERN SECTTON-7 family block, containing seven room apartments. This property is in excellent condition. Inside and out. Having brass piping throughout. New roof, new permanent siding. Yearly income $2,15O. Price $16,00O. These rentals too are ridiculously low. This fine property is located in one of the best renting locali- ties in Waterbury and occupied by Z a very high type tenancy.
 Most tenants having lived here for years. Down payment $5,000.
 LESTER E. YOUNG
 REALTOR = INSURANCE 20 East Main St. Dial 5-1157
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02
SCREENED LOAM

Rzigh grade ; also stone, sand and nslaes removed. Tel. 3-3S87.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1946-05-02

ESTIMATES on retaining walls, outside fireplaces, general repair work. J. Evans, 5-3331.