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Evening star., 1946-03-03
Maryland. Virginia
| Farm Calendar
MARYLAND

Monday: College Park-Con-
ference of State Extension Ser
vice staff.
Tuesday: Easton-Public meet
ing on the formation of soil
conservation district for the
Eastern Shore.
Thursday: College Park-Mid-
Atlantic Greenkeepers Assocla-
ton meeting.
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VIRGINIA
Monday: Berryville - All-day

NOnuaY: BerrNNIIle - AI-day
program to instruct representa-
tiveS Of five Northern Virginia
counties in a proposed recreation
program.
Tuesday: Loudoun County
Discussions of 1916 farm pro-
duction goals at evening meet
ings at LeeSburg, Lincoln, Aldie
and Waterford High Schools.
Thursday: Berryville-Wilbur
O'Byrne, State Extension for
ester, in discussion of woodland
improvement. 8 pm, courthouse.
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arm and Garden .
Fairfax Farmers to Fight Erosion
Join Loudoun and Prince William
To Form Soil Conservation Program
By L. S. Greene

Fairfax Agriculture Extension
Fairfax farmers fertility
erosion designed
and to increase productivity.
Realizing that soil is the major problem Fairfax
recently Loudoun William
formation Virginia which,
with the Virginia Soil
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BOTANICAL NAME?

From, Mrs. E. w. S., Washington.
Can any one tell me the botanica
name for the "beefsteak begonia?
X x !;
Contributions and requests
must be accompanied by the tuu
name and address OF the sender.
We lUul withhold both, and use
only initials. Please address mail
to the Readers Clearing House,
Garden Section, 422, The Eve-
ming Star, Washington 4.
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Readers Clearing House
Book on Indoor Plant Care Helpful;
Sources of Supply for 'Baby's Tears.

we'll. 1t does not harm any plant.
l have used it for my ivy.
"BABY'S TEARS"
From Mrs. c. F. c., SilUer Spring.
For Mrs. A. H. H, Riverdale, Md
l bought my plant (baby's tears)
from lady at the Farm Womens
Market, Georgia avenue, Silver
Spring. This lady is there on Satur-
days.
From A, C. NJ, ArRngton.)
The lady who asked for this
plant may find what she is seeking
in "Burpee's Catalogue" under Ne
mophila Baby Eyes" 1880 Insignis
Blue. Address Philadelphia, Pa;
price, 10 cents. 1t may not be what
she is seeking, but I hope so. There
is another fernlike plant, sometimes
called by that name, but do not
know where it can be obtained. She
might ask some other florist.
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near Centerville, reported recently
a Is per cent increase in small
grains and hay and no erosion since
his land was contoured. Others
give similar reports of increased
yields and improved land.
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Gardening in the Capital Area
8 Vegetable Varieties Recommended
AS Good Crops for This Locality
By Louise Hendev

Last week we spoke of the vegetables
time this They receiving special
good One the ongreen It
suggested that
for the ordinary things
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.

Information and queries sent
in BY the tollowing haze been
tOrlCarded TO the indiUidualS for
lChom they 1Cere intended.
Mrs. L. L. B.; Cherry Chase;
Mrs. VI. w. Mrs. H. L. c., Gath
erSburg. Mrs. T. B. L.. HARRISON
burg, Va; Mrs C. NJ. p, Mrs.
w. H. H., HyattSUiIle, Mrs. r.
p. B., Mrs, j. w. p, Mrs. A H.,
S'luer Spring.; Mrs. r. K. Meg,
Mrs. r. II. s., Mrs. B. II. H.. Mrs.
w. E. R., Arlington, Mrs. W. A.
~, Fairland, Md; Mrs. NJ. B.,
Colnlar Manor, Md; Mrs. L. F. W.
KenSington; Mrs. J. D. F., Mrs.
F. D. H., Mrs. w. D. W, Mrs.
J. G. j., Washington.
Also Mrs. r. B. F., Riuerddle;
Mrs G. D., Fairtar,. Mrs. C. L. B.,
Winchester; Miss L. NJ. R, Mrs.
R. f. c, Washington.
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GLOXINIAS?

From Mrs. R. c. H., Sitter Spring.
I would like to know more about
gloxinias. Do they die down? How
do you care for them? Do they
need special care? How often
watered? How often do they bloom?
Will appreciate any information
about them.
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we'll. 1t does not harm any plant.
l have used it for my ivy.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
J. Scat Davis
And Hot Trumpet
Here August IA

Johnny "Scat" Davis, trumpet
star and "scat" vocalist. prom
Uses 10 be as popular here As
frankie Masters, whose orchestra
made a big hit with dance fans
here a short time ago.
1.-THE Scat" is brought here by
the Eastlawn Dance Committed,
the same group that gave you
frankie Masters. The date IS
August IA. and the place is the
roomy 1oor of the 18th Street
Auditorium.
The iobust bandsman has an
aggressive musical style all his
own and mis- ebullient personality
sparks the show. He is billed as
"HollywoOd's Newest Band SEN
sation" and has had long runs
in major night spots and thea
tiers throughout the country.
Henry Tennis, chairman of the
EastlaWn dance group, urges fans
to make reservations carly as on
ly a limited number of ticket,
will lie sold.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
Wesleyan Guild
Entertained BY
Church Circles

The Wesleyan Guild of the
FIRST Methodist church of Pasca
goula was honored with a special
program Monday by its sister cir
cles of the Woman's Society of
Christian Service
The early part of the evening
Was given to T. program of music
and talks directed by Mrs. Up
ton David, and took place in the
auditorium Of the church.
TIE program was opened with
ar organ prelude by Miss Fran
ces Warden which was followed
by the singing of We've a Story
to Tell to the Nations" which
was sung by the entire audience.
After a prayer which was vcic-
cd By Mrs. J. F. Campbell, Mes
DANES r. A. Heritage and Art
Toalston sang a duet to the ac-
compartment of Miss Warden at the
organ and this was followed by
q talk by DR.. j. F. Campbell,
pastor OF the church.
DR. campbell's subject was Oh
What Our Women Are Doing
in the Crusade for Christ Al
its conclusion, those present were
invited to the substory of the
chliI ch where refreshments were
served from a lace draped table
emoellished with flowers ane
candies.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
Posey-Bowen Wedding Solemnized
AT Our Lady Of Victories Church

The rectory Of Our Lady of
Victories church in P~ascagoula
was the setting for a beautiful
wedding when Miss Mary Ann
Bowen. eldest daughter Of Mr..
and Mrs. Fred w. Bowen, became
the bride Of James W. Pnsey Of
Laurel. Miss, Thursd day evening,
July rs, at 7:S0 o'clock.
The parlors OF the rectory
where the ceremony took place,
were beautifully decorated with
baskets Of white gladioli and
formed a lovely setting Tor the
bridal party as TIE single ring
service was conducted by the
Reverend Ambrose Suddnth Of
ST. Bernard Abbey at Cufman,
Ala. a cousin Of the bride, who
was assisted by the Reverend i.
]. Carey, pastor Of the church.
Miss Bowen, who was given
In marriage by her father, wire
an original model In white crepe,
long white gloves and q hat OF
bridal stray trimmed with real
Orange blossoms which held in
place a two-tiered veil that COW
cred her hair in the back and
fell to her waist. Her only orna-
ment was a string Of pearls, a
gift from the groom. She carried
d French bouquet of white rose
buds and tuberoses.
Her matron of honor, Mrs. I.
L. williams, was gowned in rose
crepe in pretty contrast to the
bluebells that she wore in her
hair and which composed her
French bouquet.
Miss Polly Bowen, younger sis
ter of the bride, and Miss Elaine
Fitzpatrick were her bridesmaids.
The former wore aqua crepe and
her hair ornament was yellow
summer flowers matching the
bouquet that she carried. The
latter wore yellow crepe and hei
flowers were lavender.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02

Betty Ray Ryan who served
as flower girl, was prettily gown
ed in blue and white dotted
swiss, wore pink rosebuds in her
hair aud carried q miniature bou-
quet i these flowers.
Tae groom was attended by
Bennie Goodwin of Pascagoula
as best man.
Preceding the entry Of the bril-
dal party Miss Mary Purdy, &c
compenied by Mrs. Joe Purdy at
the piano, sang Because and
Il Love You Truly"
Mrs. Purdy also played the
Lohenerin wedding march as a
professional.
The ceremony was witnessed
by relatives Of both families and
few friends. Among these were
the mothers of the groom and
bride, Mrs. Poscy and Mrs. Bow
Tn. DUEtf Vi Wftbiit WITH H~tt
IN creations of black and white
with which they wore corsases
Of white carnations.
Following the ceremony Mr..
and Mrs. Bowen held a reception
at the country club which was
beautifully decorated with sum
mer flowers. Especially effective
was tho lace covered table which
was centered witk a three tier
ed cake surmounted by a minia-
turc bride and groom. Crystal
candles holding white tapers also
gfaced the table.
The bride and groom, assisted
by Father Sudduth, cut the cake
which was then served with
punch.
Mrs. Bowen was assisted in
this pleasant duty by Mrs. Ben
ME Goodwin and Misses Sarah
Hollifield and joyce Ingram,
each of whom was in formal at
tire.
Miss Jane Bowen, youngest
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daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Bowen,
gowned in a pink formal presid-
ed over the brides book.
Shortly after the reception Mr..
and Mrs. Posey departed for a
honeymoon Of a week in New Or
leans. Mrs. Posey were a green
and beige linen suit with white
accessories and a single orchid,
a gift from the groom.
They will reside in an apart
ment on 18th street in Pascagou-
ia
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
$3.50 to $500
HIGH FASHION III
at Low PRICES

When you shop here-You don't hove to
look at the price tag first. Pick your fur
select your stYle-lose your heort to
q coal and know thut it's priced right
within your budget. Come in todoY-
toke advantage of our August prices
and choose q coat you'll love from this
day forward.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02

Ancient goddesses were said to
wear a divine sandal called a
"crepida," which had a double
sole Of thick 1eather-the first
platform numberl
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
Moss Point Negro
Fined. Loses License
For Drunk Driving

Robert Boykin, Moss Point
negro, was fined 500 and had
his drivers license suspended for
one year Tuesday afternoon when
he pied guilty to driving while
intoxicated before Mayor E G..
Wood in Moss Point City Court.
He was arrested Sunday night
by Police Officer j. w. Collum.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
Favorifes
of the SchooI-Crowd

Ding-dong rings the merry old bell heralding your
youngsters back to school. Both mother and daugh-
ter will agree on these fashions-for they're styled
right-they're long wearing and the colors are gay
as an artists palette. Get set for school with a new
wardrobe chosen here.
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
IMMENSE, D
SLEEVES

Hove you ever seen sleeves quite like
this on q fur coat? Immense. muqnifi-
cent sleeves thot mushroom into fur sup
pleness -. push up like q parachute =.
Gre deeply cuffed. And the silhouette of
our l947 coats is rich with fullness-
swoggering short or formal full-length.
Beautiful ,uts ot only
The Chronicle-star combined with the Moss Point advertiser., 1946-08-02
EXCITING NEW FURS

Be q vision of glamour and beoutY in q
luxurious new-fushion fur coat. And find
it ot the price you wont to puY here. now
in August. See our magnificent moutons
that only ON expert can tell from bedver
or nutrid-our supple let-out muskrdts-
the twin to mink. Indio lomb. Persion
pow. squirrel. kidskin.
Evening star., 1946-04-19

they will unite Charles B. Dulcan, sr.
in support of the campaign to al
leviate hunger and suffering in the
afflicted countries of Europe.
The National Retail Committee
will supervise all educational and in
formational activities within it's
scope through the facilities of the
National Retail Dry Goods Associa-
ton.
Mr.. Dulcan's committee will be
composed of five retail area chair
men. They are: Alan Wells, Pitts
burgh: Reuben Ryding, Detroit;
Franklin Archer, Los Angeles; Royal
Friend of Seattle, and Bert M. Sara
zen also of the Hecht Co. here.
The committee will hold its first
meeting at the White House Tues
day, gathering with Government
leaders to formulate the retail pro-
gram to be followed as part of the
Presidents general program.
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problem is lack of facilities to house
delinquent and homeless children.
Mr.. Clark said he would contact
the War Department to see if there
are any military camps in Puerto
Rico that might be available in the
near future to establish such home.
Mr.. del Toro called on Mr.. Clark
yesterday. He plans to stay in Wash
ington for a few days.
Peyton Ford, head of the Justice
Departments juvenile program, and
Col. Timothy A. McInerney, director
of public information, conferred with
the visiting Attorney General. Mr.
del Toro agreed to form a committee
of civic and government leaders in
Puerto Rico to determine a working
program. The committee is sched-
uled to meet in three weeks in San
Juan, and Attorney General Clark
will send personal representative
to attend.
Evening star., 1946-04-19
Greece Wires Thanks
To Committee Here

The Justice for Greece Committee
has received a telegram of thank!
for its work on Greece's behalf from
Constantine Tsaldaris, Greek For
eign Minister, it was announced to-
day.
Mr.. Tsaldaris, expressing his con-
fidence in Greece's future, thanked
the American group for Its inval-
liable support in the attainment oi
the just national claims of Greece
which constitute the elemental basis
Evening star., 1946-04-19
Honolulu Air Mark Set

SAN FRANCISCO, April 10 (P.-
A Constellation Clipper arrived yes
terday from Honolulu in hours SC
minutes, which Pan American Off
cials said was new speed record
for the 2,4O0- mile flight. They said
the previous fastest time was hours
and 9 minutes.
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for the success of the task Of re-
construction"
The committee, with headquarters
at 1903 Eighteenth street NV, in
cludes numerous religious and po-
litical leaders in this country. Mrs.
Calvin Coolidge is honorary chair
man
Evening star., 1946-04-19

committee OF
President Tru-
m a n S Famine
c O m m ittee, it
was announced
Y e S t e + day by
Chester Davis,
chairman of the
parent commit
tee.
Mr.. Davis an
nounced the re-
tail merchants of
America, large
and small, from
coast to coast, "
hove irIioofoI
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'Du|can Heads Retail
Unit for Famine Relief

Charles B. Dulcan, Sr., vice presi-
dent and general manager of the
Hecht Co., has been named honorary
chairman of the National Retail
Evening star., 1946-04-19
Fiqht Government Control

Anti tuberculosis organizations in
Northern Ireland are protesting
against the governments plan to
usurp their functions in it's campaign
against the disease.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
RECENTLY MARRIED
 COUPLE HOLD OPEN
 HOUSE, ANCHORAGE

MT and Mrs. Jack Jefford (May- delle Georgs) held open house at their residence in Anchorage short ly after their retarn from their ten day airplane wedding trip through the Arctic Scores of friends of the recently married couple called during the evening to extend good wishes 10 the newlyweds.
 Following their wedding at Una lakleet on April 10, MT. and Mrs. Jack Jefford travelled to Nome, Lit tie Dicmede Island, King Island, Shishmarif and ether communities in the arctic in MT. Jefford's two- place plane. The only near-misad- venture occurred the evening of April 2l when the couple were on their way into Anchorage and wea- tller closed in at Rainy Pass. For tunately, MT. Jefford, one of the most experienced pilots in Alaska, located flat place in the pass where he was able to land the
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
Resurrection Lutheran
 Church

Main and Tbud Streets Tn the heart ot the City jor thf
 hearts of the Citg" G. HERBERT HILLERMAN, Pastor Choir Director, Mrs. Eunice NeDin Organist, Miss Lily MaurStad Junior Choir Director, Mrs.
 Mary Peter.
 Junior Choir PianiSt, Miss
 Joan Hared. 9.45 a. m.-Sunday School. HOO ara.-Morning Worship. Sermon by the Pastor, "The Work of the Master" Junior choir will sing God So Loved the World" by E. s. Lorenz; senior choir, Christ iansen's "Wondrous Things the Lord Hath Done" Sacrament of infant baptism.
 Monday, 500 p. m.-Church council meeting.
 Saturday, 100 D. m.-Ladies Aid Afternoon of Refreshments" food and fancy work sale.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
Memorial Presbyterian
 Church.

Corner West 8fb and E Streets "A Church lUith ar open door
 'WhoSoeUer tUiH mag come" WALTER 4. SOBOLEFF, Minister
 Manse, TAO s Street
 Sunday Services
 1000 a. m.-Sunday school inclrd- ing Bible class for adults.
 HOO a. m.-Diyine Worship.
 Sermon by the Pastor, The Mes sage of Communion. The Sacra- ment of the Lords Supper will be celebrated. Music by the choir will include two anthems, Wake the Song" and Great Is the Lord" 200 D. m-Divine worship at Dour las.
 TOO p. m.-The Young Peoples c. E. will meet with the young people of the Methodist Church to h-ar Bishop Bruce Baxter 7;30 D. m.-Divine worship.
 Sermon by the Pastor. "A Re bern Hope" evening meditation A song service with special music by Everett Bachelder at the piano. Tuesday, 7;30 p. m.-Boy Scout Troop No GA with leaders Les ter Roberts and Herbert Mercer. Wednesday, TOO p. m-Prayer meeting and Bible Study.
 500 p. m.-Choir rehearsal.
 Friday, 400 p. m-Intermediate and Junior c. E. meeting.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
First Churcb of Christ,
 Scientist
-Sllndav School.

l0:00 d. m.-Sunday School.
 Sunday services will be held at II a. m. in the First Church of Christ. Scientist, Juneau, on Fifth and Main street and the subject will be Everlasting Punishment.
 Wednesday, 800 D. m.--Testimon- tal meeting.
 Christian Science Reading Room In church building. This room is open Wednesday afternoons from 2::30 to 4 o'clock and after the We'd nesday evening meeting.
 The public is cordially invited to attend these services and visit the reading room.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
The Lutheran Church

Sitka, Alasks REV. ERNST 1T. M ciAARD, Pasto,
 Sunday Services 945 a. m.-Sunday School and Bible Class.
 HOO a. n.-Morning Worship. 800 p. m.--Evening Service. 800 F. m.-Social Fellowship Hour Monday, 400 D. m-Junior Choir practice.
 Tuesday, 8 p. m.-Bible Study Lecture.
 Wednesday-Brotherhood Club meets the first and the third week of the month at p. m.
 ThurSday-The women of ths Church meet every second ant fourth week of each month at D. m Friday, TOO p. m. Senior Choir. Every Day-The Lutheran Churcf opens wide her doors and welcome you in Jesus name.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
Northern Light Presbyteridn Chatrch
Franklin df FOurfh Where Welcome and Worship
 Meet"

Franklin df FOurfh
 Where Welcome and Worship
 Meet"
 WILLIS R. BOOTH, Minister 9:45 a. m.-Sunday School.
 10:50 a. m. Organ Preparation for Worship. Mrs. Carol Beery Davis, at the organ.
 11:00 a. m.-Divine Worship.
 The sermon will be delivered by the Rev Earl R. Brown, D. D., Exc cutive Secretary of Home Missions and Church Extension of the Meth odist Church.
 2:30 p. m.-The Young Peoples Society will meet at the Church and leave immediately for the country where they will enjoy the afternoon. A picnic supper will be served, after which they will have tLeir devotional service. A nursery for infants is being at the Church for the benefits of parents who wish to leave their young children in re- liable hands while they worship with us.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
FORMER TEACHERS IN BLAINE HELD ON
 MORALS CHARGES

BELLINGHAM, Wash, May A. Two former elementary school teachers at Blaine, on the inter national boundary, were to be ar raigned late today on superior court charges of contributing to he delinquency of two small boys by hugging and kissing them and keeping them overnight in the teachers cottage where no one else was present"
 The teachers, Miss Elsie Paulson, B, first grade teacher, and Miss Lois Wenschlag, 20, fifth grade teacher, were arrested at Blaine the evening of April g after pros ecutor Frank w. Radley inyestigat- cd their next-door neighbors' com plaints of undue noises in the teachers cottage the night of April l6. Friends posted $1000 bail for each and they are staying here pending their hearing.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04

weekly luncheon at the Baranot Hotel, where Bishop Baxter will be the main speaker. This lunch- con has been extended to a l 1-2 hour program in view of the visit ors.
 MT. Peterson is slated to give the main address at the closing conference session at p. m. Mon day when Bishop Baxter also will announce the pastoral appoint ments to Alaska churches and missions.
 pr. Brown, who as head of the Methodist home missions division IS also the executive officer of the Alaska mission, has advised the conference that conditions in Alaska have changed so radically in Alals- ka in recent years, that he IS re- turning in September Ito study the whole matter of church comity. Much religious activity in the Ter ritory now is being carried on un-
 
 der out-moded comity agreements made some 30 years age, when pop ulations were much smaller and transportation conditions much diff ferent, he said.
 He indicated that the Methodist denomination is keenly aware ol 10th the opportunity and respon- sibility it faces in Alaska, and that a determined effort is being made to find for this Territory capable university trained personnel, who also have a general understanding of social welfare work, and who have taken some special training Tn youth and recreational work.
 pr. Middleton has been holding conferences with the pastors, rsla- tive to general board aid ill erect ing new churches or improving present properties.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
LUTHERAN LADIES 10
 HAVE MOTHERS DAY
 APRON SALE, MAY il

At the regular meeting of the Lutheran Ladies Aid Society Thurs day evening, plans were competed for the annual May apron and food sale to be held Saturday, May II, in the parlors of the Resurrection Lutheran Church.
 Committee members in charge Of the event announce there will be aprons for anyone wanting Mothers Day" apron, hand-made things for the little tots, and food sale. In addition, tea, coffee, cookies and cake will be served throughout the afternoon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
ARE SENTENCED

BELLINGHAM, Wash, May A. Two school teachers, one 20 the other 23, have been sentenced to ( year each in Whatcom County jaii after they had pleaded guilty to contributing to the delinquency of minors.
 Superior Judge Ralph O.. Olson further recommended that the two, Elsie Paulson, B, and Lois Wen schlag, 20, be barred for life from the teaching profession.
 Miss Wenschlag's sentence was suspended on the condition that she never. again teach school.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
Bethel Tabernacle
 Assembly of GodD Fourth and Frarkiin Streets REV. R F. BAKER. Pastor

Sunday Services
 10.00 a. m.-Sunday School. Class es tor all ages A special invitation to those children not already at tending Sunday Schoo..
 1l:00 a. m.-Morning Worship. 800 p. m.-Eyangelistic Service. Tuesday, 800 p. m.-Regular Ser rice.
 Friday, 800 p. m.--Christ Ambass- adors, young people.
 Saturday, 1:30 p. m.-Children's -hurch.
 Listen in each Monday, Wednes- day and Friday at 7:30 p. m, alsc each Friday at TOO D. m. to broad east.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
BPWC MEETS MONDAY NIGHT; ELECTION OF
 OFFICERS SCHEDULED

The Business and Professional Women's Club will hold their reg ular first meeting of the month Monday night at o'clock in Room POT, Baranof Hotel. but in place Of the usual social evening, this will be a business session.
 The nomination and election of officers for the coming year takes first place on the program of mat ters to be covered, and there are some important communications from the State Federation to be considered, Mrs. Lillian Uggen, President, has announced.
 All members are urged to attend.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1946-05-04
FOUL PLAY

DUGUOIN, Ill, May 4-Farmer J. Wesley Tucker wasn't complaining too much when he reported to the police that thief stole 14 of his chickens.
 Tucker said that the robber who invaded his hen house left in such a hurry he dropped his purse, which contained $13.14 That was just 40 cents less than the fowls would have brought at the OPA ceiling price.