Muncie Post-Democrat, Muncie, Delaware County, 24 February 1933 — Page 2

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THE POST-DEMOCRAT A Democratic weekly newspaper represo: ting ttie Democralt of Muncie, Delaware County ami the lOtt Congressional District The only Democratic Newapapei in Delaware County. Entered as second class matter January 16, 1921, at the Postolflce at Muncie, lidiana, under Act of March 3, 1879.

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Muncie, Indiana, Friday, February 24, 1933

Why Not, Willie?

By that I mean, why not the noted Arthur Brisbane, of the Muncie Press? Whose solemnistic wisdom equals only that of a combination of the great minds of Bernard Shaw, Gandhi, Mussolini and so and so. Whose journalistic abilities cover all subjects from technocracy to a sure cure for mangy dogs. , Willie Sutton, the past several months, has written very lenghty editorials on the hopelessness of the coming mayorality election. By his own convictions he says, “that it will be impossible to procure a man of corporative ability on a measly $3,000 a year and that for such a man Muncie should be glad to offer an inducive salary.” We ask our own Wilbur what constitutes a man of corporative ability? From reading Wilbur’s funny column in the Press, we grasp that his idea of a great man is hiteasufed by how much money he has, regardless of how be accumulated it. That is one of Wilbur’s worst faultshe seems to have an inferiority complex. We can overlook that fault, as his so-called newspaper seems to be going bn the rocks fast, and we can appreciate his high regard for somebody who, can pun his or'her business and make it go. And as far as the salary goes we are sure Wilbur would be content with it. If he is making more than that now he should be arrested fop, obtaining money under false pretenses. ‘ ‘ b V f Maybe Willie wouldn’t care to take the job hbw that the Tax Board has reduced our $60,000,000 corporation (don’t you get tired of hearing that?) to a measly.$40,000, 000. We could hardly expect a man of his ability to accept such a trifling job. _ bT. ;i ; Still we are sure a man "whose interests are for the City of Muncie would surely sacrifice himself and accept the mayorship of our deflated corporation. That is if everybody went clear crazy and voted for him. Primary Law Safe? Word now comes through;theVpress and from those who ; claim to know that the bill introduced bqfppe.the state legislature to abolish the primary ; electiqn 1 law will be killed in the committee. It is hoped that such is the case because jf the law was repealed it would mean a return to the old kVipam-roller convention system where tricky politicians and mbnpy would nominate candidates. The right of the voter to choose and name his own candidates would be abolished which would be contrary to the principles' of the Democratic party. Much opposition has been centered against this measure even though it would provide for primaries to be optional with the counties because political cliques would be able to re-establish the old convention system and the Democratic policy of let the people rule would become a thing of the past. In the case of the city of Muncie and Delaware county to abolish the primary law would tend to place control of both parties with the money interests and the masses of people would have nothing to choose from in either a primary or an election. Fort Wayne and Mishawaka Win An international committee ot judges has proclaimed that Fort Wayne and Mishawaka are tied for first place, with Indianapolis second for fire prevention work in all Indiana. These awards were made in the contest conducted by the National Board of Fire Underwriters, the winners being selected from detailed reports of fire prevention week activities sent in by the various cities. The records indicate that there was a large increase in the number of cities reporting and a great improvement in the effectiveness of the campaign conducted. ) Of the cities reporting in the United States, 77 suffered no loss by fire during the w-eek of October 2nd to 8th, 76 escaped damage from burning during Fire Prevention Week, October 9th to 15th, and 79 reported no fird loss throughout the following week. This is a total of 232 fireless weeks covered by the period of this special Are prevention observance. The fire loss in the cities submitting such records, as compared with the average weekly loss of the same cities for the previous year, showed a reduction of 46 per cent. These records augur well for the coming year. It is the yearround effectiveness of cities and towns in preventing fires that counts most. The activities in October'give impetus to the campaign against fire waste which must be waged continually. Since individuals rarely think of their own part in preventing fires, it is incumbent upon the civic organizations in their communities to bring the matter to their attention—not only in October but also at regular intervals during the

year.

Bold and Courageous

Speaking in his last 'public address as President of the United States, Herbert Hooser outlined several recommendations that normally would be considered comical were it not that they reflect so graphically the grim tragedy of his administration. His political allusions, in which he asserted that the Republican party will support the new administration in every measure that will promote public welfare, but that it must and will be vigilant in opposing those that are harmful, was. an open bid for his retention of Republican party leadership. If Mr. Hoover or his advisors ever had any thought that he could hold that leadership they must have changes their minds since his valedictory address. Mr. Hoover called for “bold and courageous action” on a united world front. On the other hand, he came out stronger than he did in his Des Moines address for an increase in the tariff rates, knowing full well that one of the greatest differences between this country and

the rest of the world is the matter of tariff.

His warning that the return of the major nations of the world to the gold standard is imperative if uniform trade privileges among all nations is re-established, will not be lost on the foreign countries. In one breath he slaps the foreign countries in the face by recommending still higher tariff rates and in the next he warns them to get back to the American currency system so that American business will benefit. The foreign countries have just as much right to recommend that America go off the gold standard as Mr. Hoover had to warn them to get back.to the gold standard, and in the face of his failure they might even have more basis for his demands than he has offered. The final address by the President was just as empty of quality as those he delivered during the campaign. It was even piore colorless inasmuch as he had no reason to show anger. His recommendations were on subjects he should have handled had he been as bold And courageous as he suggests his successor, must be.

Speaking of our new Indiana ‘Dictator,’ a well known professional man remarkel only this morning: ‘Well, Gov. McNutt will either be the‘greatest governor this country ever produced, or the biggest prune/ Here s hopin'.

MAYOR’S CORNER

Although I may be assuming a great deal of authority in my attempt to write a* column headed ‘The Mayor’s Corner’ in Muncie, I am going to sacrifice the possibility of my being beheaded and dedicate this article to the Democracy of Delaware County and the City of Muncie. Mayor Dale is convalescing in the Marion hospital from a hemmorage in his left eye wdiich had caused impaired visibility and restrains him from newspaper reporting this w T ee,k. The temporary mayor and permanent mayor elected by the common council seem to have more difficulties than they ever dreamed to become mayor and since my office as City Controller, specifically pronounced by law the succeeding officer to the mayor in cities of Indiana, has not been challenged, I feel the right to at least claim possession to the fourth mayor’s position. , According to the local daily new-spapers, there is a terrific tornado headed towards Muncie due to arrive here Saturday afternoon in the organization meeting of the Democratic city committee called at the Roberts Hotel. Much discussion has been given to factional differences and to the “pooling’ of influences in the selection of a city chairman, a vice-chairman, a secretary, and a treasurer to act as a city organization committee for another Democratic victory this fall. My answer to such noises is that it is given out merely to create confusion among those who vote for such officers and possibly allow the wrecking crew to slip one over on the honest convictions of the precinct committeemen. My opinion is that there cannot and should not be any other united effort more than to rid ourselves of the false influence and rotten politics of those who have bought, sold, stole and thwarted the Democratic party in Delaware county |or the past three years. / It is not only adhiitted by practically all of the precinct committeemen but it is also a general known fact that the present county organization Under “Barnacle Earl” Everett and “Deadwood John” ‘•Gubbins has been a sad plight for the Democratic party of Delaware county and virtually caused defeat of the entire county ticket last fall. Isn’t it about time for the Democrats to lay all cards on the table and assure themselves of a square deal within our own organization, face victory with united confidence, and eliminate the treachery of tlid Gubbins-Everett duet? • At least two-thirds or more committeemen have agreed upon C|tauncey Medsker, Jr., as a reliable, square dealing, and competent c^4irnpini" Mi?. Medsker was the Democratic candidate for prosecuting atlorhey last fall and went down in defeat with the rest of the ticket with the cheers of Everett and Gubbins. He has a full knowfl- : etlgd of organization work and can be interviewed by any honest Democrat in the interest of the party but cannot, be told what to do by those who seek party disruption. There has been started a rumor through foul play of Everett and 1 Gubbins that it is likely Chauncey will be substituted by lister E. i Holloway, myself, for chairman. 1 can positively brand this rumor false and heartily denounce myself as a candidate and foel just as the committeemen do that Chauncey Medsker will make a very competent chairman. Up to date William Conley appears as the Everett-Gub-bins candidate for city chairman although it is expected that they will attempt to bring out another candidate under the disguise of no affiliation with them, but will have a claim staked to him if elected. It is certain to all hard working Democrats that there is little honor in being a chairman unless it is possible to win and Hi order to bring about victory it is necessary that the chairman co-operate with the precinct committeemen and Democratic workers. Chauncey Medsker knows that to be true and is willing to sacrifice his time and effort to bring such conditions about and allow democracy in Delaware county to redeem its true standing from the trade-off and sellout policy of Everett and Gubbins. It has been customary with Earl Everett and John Gubbins to take honor in placing the Democratic party of this county in the no scoring column and stressing their efforts toward defeat rather than victory.

“Hot Pepper” At ' Rivoli Theater

Flagg and Quirt, the militant Marines, have exchanged their uniforms for silk hats and full dress clothes. They appear in the Fox comedy, “Hot Pepper,” dressed in the height of fashion and living like kings in their roles as night club owners. The production comes to the Rivoli theater Sunday. Preserving the spirit of the characters of Flagg and Quirt,, originated by Laurence Stallings and Maxwell Anderson, they continue to battle over women and particularly over “Pepper,” an impetuous and fiery little stowaway from South America found on one of Flagg's rum ships. Edmund Lowe again appears as Quirt and Victor McLaglen as Flagg. The role of “Pepper” is enacted by the vibrant and dynamic Lupe Velez. El Brendel, the Swedish dialect comedian, plays a featured role and others In prominent parts are Lilian Bond, Boothe Howard, Gloria Roy and Russ Clark. Much color is said to be added to the night club scenes by a singing and dancing chorus with which Miss Velez appears in a dance numhei'.

highest bidder and salo will continue from day to day until the property is sold. All of said above described property is located and is subject to inspection by any buyer, at the city barns on Hoyt Avenue, in -the city of Muncie. LESTER E. HOLLOWAY, Controller of City of Muncie, lud. C. A. TAUGHINBAUGH, City Attorney. Feb.24-Mch.3

JEWEL CLEANERS Quality Work 118 No. Mulberry St. Ph. 822

Noted Detective, Nick Carter, Back Millions of Readers of Detective Fiction Will Welcome Return of Celebrated Sleuth

Nick Carter has come back! The ace of all detectives, who was a household word when we were young, has returned after the pasage of many years, to thrill again those of us who remember when his hairbreadth escapes, his brilliant detective weyk, kept us awake until the >vee small hours of the morning; when we simply could not stop reading until we made sure the hero would win out in the end. So strongly did he hold us in those days that if a window' shade suddenly snapped up to the roller, we supressed screams 'with difficulty and our

hair stood on end. Did Not Understand

When our elders forbade us to read the thrilling exploits of Nick Carter, they did not understand his fascination for us, else they would have heard about him, too. And now T he is back, and ready to thrill us again. He is equipped with all modern methods of crime detection. His wits have sharpened with the years. There is little doubt that he will again take his place in the hearts of those who love thrilling, clean, wholesome stories of crime-detection — in which the criminal always loses, though taxing Nixk Carter’s ingenuity to the utmost. Millions of readers will wolcome the return of one of the most famous charact-

ers in detective fiction.

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(Continued From Page One) the working population is ever to be put back on a self-supporting

basis.

He stressed the need for Congress 4o act speedily on legislation tor direct relief to the hungry. Hundreds of thousands of families are waiting for -funds from the Federal government because local relief is no longer available” Green said. “City, county and state governments have, in most instances, exhausted their resources. Private funds cannot begin to bear the burden.”—Labor.

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ELECTRICALLY SPEAKING. Customer—What’s the charge for

this battery?

Clerk—Three ampheres. Customer—Well, how. much |that in American money?

“Call Us Civilized” Name of New Book Shows Horrors and Magnitude of Our Annual Toll of Automobile Fatalities and Injuries

NOTICE OF SEEDS, GRAIN, FERTILIZER AND USED AUTOMOBILES. Notice is hereby given that on March 10, 1933, at 9 o’clock a. m. at the office of the city controUef at the city hall at Muncie, Indiana, the toll owing personal property will he offqked ft)V ; sale at private sale, at not less than its appraised value, to-wit: Four J931 Model A Ford Touring cars. Two 1930 Model A Fqrd Touring cars. One , 1929 Model A Ford Touring f-v. D”- '^'9 Chevrolet Sedan. °“e lot of fertilizer, contained in hags. One lot of grass seed, contained in bags. One lot of rye seed, contained in bags. .Separate bids may be made on each separate automobile, on each separate lot of fertilizer, on each separate lot of rye, and on each separate lot of grass seed. The same will be sold for cash, to the

GET YOUR Mirma Gas & Oil At the In-and-Out Service Station Madison and Willard Muncie, Ind. or the SUNNY SERVICE STATION 18th and Madison

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Haughey & Son Wholesale and Retail Malt and Supplies 425 W. Willard, Phone 2707

GLENN’S Sheet Metal Shop See, us for Skylights, Metal Ceilings, Slate, Tile and Metal Roofing, Blowpipe and Job Work. Gutter and Leader Pipe. Rear 213 E. Main St. Phone 310

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The Travelers Insurance company has published a booklet entitled, “They Call Us Civilized,” which is an invaluable addition to' the literature of .safety. It shows vividly, through tables and descriptions and illustrations, t he horror and the magnitude of our annual toll of automobile fatalities and injuries. It is true that last year automobile deaths decreased as compared with 1931—but there is little cause for pride in that. Gasoline consumption and automobile registrations likewise decreased. And here is the main thing—! in 1932 deaths and non-fatal injuries actother words, there were fewer accidents, due largely to the fact that there was less driving, but. each accident, when it occurred, was more likely to have serious consequences than in any other

year.

The most difficult phase of the entire problem is public lethargy and indifference. As the booklet points out, the world shuddered at the sinking of the Titanic, costing 1,517 lives, the San Francisco earthquake, costing 500 lives, and the wreck of the Shenandoah, costing 14 lives. Yet last year, the automobile, driven by the reckless, the incompetent and the unthinking, cost 29,600 lives, and in 15; years it has cost 325,000. Automobile deaths are u greater disaster thau any of those which have been blazoned in headlines throughout the world—and they cause hardly

a ripple.

The streets and highways of America are as dangerous as a battlefield. They are an ever-present menace to life, property, safety. A condition has been created that will require, in its solution, the active help of every thinking citizen. Future biographers, if there are any, of President Hoover, will no doubt be misled into talking aibout the Great Engineer’s “good sportsmanship." The Tory press of the nation, heaven knows, lias tried hard to picture that virtue in him. But the news has now leaked out tlvat the soon-to-be Ex-iPresident Hoover paced the floor in fury on last election night when late returns were coming in and that his telegram of “congratulations" to Mr. Roosevelt lay unseat on his is,desk for an hour after it had been

prepared.

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HARDESTY FURNITURE STORE Wc Buy and Sell New and Used Furniture and Stoves. Visit the Cleanest Used Goods Store in Muncie HARDESTY TRUCKING Local and Long Distance Moving—Storage and Cratinu 628 S. Walnut St. Phone 1856

TAUGHINBAUGH CO. Funeral Directors Our Phone never sleeps 4014 DAY or NIGHT Lady Attendant Howard at Proud St.

Dr. E. Frank Turner Registered Podiatrist FEET TREATED 700 E. Willard St., Muncie, Ind. Plenty of Parking Space. No Extra Charge for House Calls. For Appointment Phone 5917

Blue Beacon GOAL W. VA. COAL Is Your Guide to FUEL ECONOMY 1. MORE HEAT . . Burns Completely. 2. HOLDS FIRE , . for a longer period . . 3. LESS ASH . . 96% of Blue Beacon Coal provides heat. 4. NO CLINKERS . . to jam the grates. 5. FREE from SLATE . . Nothing but coal. 6. REMARKABLY EFFICIENT HEATING . . Clear, penetratin'g heat . . reduces your coal bill. A BETTER COAL More Heat Units per Dollar «£♦«£♦«£♦ . Muncie Lumber Co. Muncie, Ind. 316 Ohio Ave. Telephone 145-146

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