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Tuesday, December 8, 193J Page Four LA GRANDE EVENING OBSERVER, LA GRANDE, ORE, (Incorporated) An Independent Newspaper Phong Main 600 P. B. PINLAY . Editor and Publisher BABOLD M. FINIiAT Business Manager Published evenings, except Sunday, at 1710 Sixth street, L . Orande, Oregon. , Entered at the Postofflce of La Grande, Oregon, as Second Class Kail Matter under act of March 3, 1879. OFFICIAL PAPER OF UNION COUNTY AND IBM CITY OF LA GRAND IS i; MEMBER OF ASSOCIATED PRESS The Associated Press Is exclusively entitled to use for publication of all news dlspatohes credited to It or not otherwise credited U pub llshed herein. All rights of republication of special dispatches In this paper and also the local news herein also are reserved. National Advertising Representative M. O. MOOENSEN CO.. lno. Ban Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Chicago, Detroit, New York SUBSCRIPTION RATES By Carrier Dally, one month In advance Dly, six months In advance Dally, single copy Dallv. cer month In advance . Dally, per ell months In advance . Dally, per year In advance By Mall 7So -4.60 ' 0 -r BOO : 2.60 ! .00 ADVERTISING RATES Display, foreign, per column Inch . , Display, local, per Htumu mjvu 42c -460 Time contract prices on application When a man's ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to at peace with him. Proverbs 16:7. J '" CIRCUS MAGICI AN FATHER AT 80 ( i: ; ifx A ( . - WW . : Z&te (-h-irlw Amlros HO-ve-.ir-old former cirrus magician, lil.s 27-venr-oI(l wife aiul their bnhv arc fihouii uiiove. rtiiuress siiys ne ih me "proudest uhuuy- in me uunu. ine cuupie were married .ov. a, 1W3U, nfter Andress lint! retired from circus life, r-ntj they live lif (ireat .Ilenrt, Knu. . NEW TAXES f Nothing is certain about the next congress except thatlt j will put into effect an increase in federal taxes in some shape j or form.". Steadily ' mounting expenditures -and dwindling revenues make any other course a vain hope. ,: j Thoucrh the taxpayers know they will be burdened .with j an additional levy, they cannot predict at this time anything regarding its size or nature, and members of congress them selves will not venture to prophesy, though many 'of them have pet schemes to offer. . ' Congress is already divided into at least three schools ,of thought on this important question, which means that noth ing definite will be decided until the conclusion of somewhat lengthy debating. One school would increase the income tax on wealthy citi zens, so that 99 per cent of all income tax revenue would be paid by 2.53 per cent of those making returns. Even now this wealthy 2.53 per cent is paying 92 per cent of all in dividual income taxes. , . Another school of thought would follow the opposite course, Jand place a tax on those smaller incomes which have been exempt for several years. . Opposed to both of these methods are such men as Secre-1 jjtary Mellon and Senators Smoot and Reed, who argue that 1 jincome tax revenues are too unstable, and the government 'that 'depends upoivj&em isbouid to puffer in times like the 'present when aljr incomes shrivel. These men-would broaden -jLi i j? jl i; i 1...1.L1 i j i .a. i' fine tmse oi taxation ay saius ana luxury taxes or similar levies. New converts are daily being attracted to this pro posal. ... :! The best recommendation that ran be given the sales ta (is that it is equitable; people usually buy according to their; means, and those who can afford to buy more expensive I 'merchandise accordingly pay more tax. But there are many t .objections, the main ones being that there are millions of people who cannot afford to pay a tax on the necessaries of i life under present conditions, and that this is no time, to place the retainers of the nation under additional handicaps by forcing them to raise the prices on all goods. Subscribe more funds to federal land banks. Use federal reserve banks to liber ate funds arrested In failed banks. Establish a home-loan discount bank system. Broaden the base for paper reserve banks can discount. Overhaul banking laws. Review postal savings bank legis lation. Avoid general tariff revision. Revise Interstate commerce com mission laws regulating rails. Allow "proper consolidation" of railroads. - Adjust anti-trust laws to remove injustices. Refrain from extending expendi tures on veterans. Regulate intorestnte transmission of electrical power. Reject proposals for government dole. Transfer shipping board' adminis trative functions to commerce de partment. Make shipping board a regulatory body, having Jurisdiction over coast wise shipping and rates and services on inland waterways. Strengthen immigration laws. More About Taves Tomorrow Mr. Hoover told the legislators he would deal with taxation more fully in his budget message tomorrow. He did say the $2,123,000,000 deficit ex pected this year needs to be partially financed by borrowing, but taxation should be so increased as to balance the bucTget next year. Seldom has he been more emphatic than in warning that for congress to go beyond the limits he prescribes "in cither expenditures, taxes, or borrowing will destroy confidence, denude commerce and Industry of its resources. Jeopardize Ithe financial system and' actually extend unem ployment and demoralize agriculture rather than relieve it." t. 1'raLses qualities Shown "It is a distressful time for many of our people," tho president said, "but they have shown qualities as high in fortitude, courage and re sourcefulness as ever in our history. "With that spirit, I have faith that out of it will come a sounder life, a truer standard or values, a greater recognition of-the results of honest effort, and a healthier atmosphere in which to rear our children." He flatly opposed any law to ex tend expenditures for veterans until the country "has recovered from the present situation.' In so doing, he revealed the veterans bureau funds have been exhausted: and $200,000, 000 more needs to be appropriated at once to meet obligations of existent legislation. The law last winter for 50 per cent loans on service certifi cates resulted in payments of obout DISARMAMENT PLANS ; Concrete evidence of tho intense interest in the Geridv i disarmament conference yas shown by the United States when it recently anticipated all the other powers in selecting and announcing the personnel of the American staff of ad visers and technical assistants for the conference which is to meet next February. It was a master stroke which must convince the other nations that Uncle Sam is seeking no advantage nor keeping anything up his sleeve. Yi ' The principal naval adviser will be Admiral Hepburn,;who is familiar with the nation's policy and the international naval situation, a'nd served at the previous conference in London. General Simonds, the chief military adviser, is likewise skilled in negotiations by reason of his past assign ments at Geneva. The air service of both the army and navy will also be competently represented. James Clement Dunn, whom Secretary Stimson recently made chief of the newly created state department division of international confer ences, was the logical choice for secretary of the American I delegation. ,ti Largely upon these men will rest the responsibility of determining the limits to which disarmament may be car ried in the United Stales without impairment to the national defense, and also protecting their country against a disarma ment agreement which might be unfair to us. The larger task will fall to tho naval representatives of the delegation, since the standing army of the United States is but a police guard in comparison with the armies of Europe and Asia. It will be a long time before the other world .powers pare down their land forces to the size of ours. . It'll Be Biggest U. S.-Built Liner lilt mMm $1,260,000.00. . Annual expenditures on veterans exceed a billion dollars. , Tarifr Discussed As fpr the tariff, he said, general revision . would "disturb Industry, business and ogrlculture" and would "prolong tho depression." He held the tariff commission Is able to make any needed revision. The chief executive promised sev eral more messages to congress. He set no date for submitting the one year moratorium on inter-governmental debs; but did say foreign relations would be a topic to be dis cussed later. . . Neither was there any mention of prohibition. He plans in the coming weeks , to forward recommendations for strengthening law enforcement and Judicial procedure. : As to Muscle Shoals, he promised to transmit to Capitol Hill the re port of the' Alabama-Tennessec-war department committee which favored private . operation of the huge war time plant. Ho commended the Interstate com merce commission conclusions on railroad consolidation and related matters for early consideration. During the next few months he also will send the legislators sugges tions for further reorganization and consolidation among federal depart ments. These will apply particularly to the department of the interior, headed by Secretary Wilbur.' The president led off saying, if the world is to regain its standards of life, It "must further-decrease both naval and other arms." He saw hope in the coming Geneva disarmament conference and in naval negotiations between Prance and Italy. Mention Si no-Jap Trouble Skipping quickly over the world map, he spoke of evolutions or acute social disorders In 19 countries and tho resultont economic effect upon America. He menhoned tho Sino Japanpso 'dlfcuUy, witlv. "great con cern." . f ,, . ,. , , i The, United States, he said,, would sustain the spirit of its peace treaties andr those "assuring the territorial integrity of China.". .Scores Hoarders The chief executive found much difficulty to have, arisen from the subtraction of $1,100,000,000 from circulation through hoarding. He saw a weakness, too, in the increased bonk assets invested in long-term securities which sometimes lose their liquidity. .... "The situation arises largely from an unjustified lack of confidence," he asserted. "We have enormous vol umes of idle money in the banks and in hoarding. We do not require more money or working capital- we need to put what we have to work." Inlijitni fiin imiiii ill nit: Liuini .ikiuv, tut: iiiiit uiirr i.iuihii- tmi Is shown above In an impressive Mem view r.s Mie appears under construction at Camden, X. l. Note, hnw huge; propellers of the vessel dwarf the workmen near by (In circle)... Master of the ship will he ('apt. (leorKe Tried (Inset), hero of .several thrilling maritime rescues. I. M Mli 1)1 ATM COMMENT WASHINGTON, Dec. 8 (fP) The long-awaited message President Hoover addressed- to congress today evoked - immediate- and varied com ment from numbers of the legisla tors. Senator Watson, the Republican leader, saw It as "remarkably strong." Representative LaGuardla, a Re publican who often differs with his party, said the president's heart seems to be In the r:ght place but the punch is Just not there." Senator Watson said further: "There is nothing that- can arouse partisan rancor In a discussion of the measures proposed and it Is to be aoped they will receive eorly and favorable consideration in order that Veteran Ship Burns In Spectacular Fire - "Roll your own" is a fine slogan when bank rolls are concerned. MR. HOOVER RECOMMENDS HIGHER TAX JContuiued from Pago One) but most congressional leaders ore unwilling to go on record until they havo seen Mr. Hoover's specific pro posals, to be submitted later this week. WASHINGTON. Dec. 8 To bnlancc the treasury books and has ten better days, President Hoover recommended increased taxation to congress today along with a man pointed program to cure "credit paralysis." Unless taxes go up ond expendi tures down, he snld, the government will have run behind some $4,400. 000.000 by the end of next fiscal year. He did not specify the method of tax revision but suggested it be made effective for only two years. A plan for a gigantic federal-financed reconstruction corporation, similar to tho old war finance cor poration, headed the president's pro posals to help business. The agency would advance money to needy in dustries. Bcslc'os, In his third annual mes sogo to congress, he advocated that it -if ' if' i tne people 'may have the full benefit of their operations." . McXnry Comments Senator McNary, of Oregon, the assistant Republican leader, said: "It is a cleur presentation of pend ing political and economic Issues. It sets forth in strong language the at tltude of the president." , "Increased taxes must necessarily be for a longer period than, the two years recommended," La Guardia con tended. "The reconstruction corpor ation contains the germ of a great plan. The president destroys its' ef fectiveness by suggesting it should be liquidated in two years." Opposition to broadening the base for federal reserve bank discount operations, as favored) by the presi dent, came' again from Senator Glass, Democrat, Virginia. WOOL MARKET BOSTON, Dec. 8 JP) A fair de mand was received on 48-50's domestic wool in both fleece and territory lines. strictly combing territory wools of this grade brought 40 to 43 cents scoured basis with little real good wool available at theminimum figure of this range. Strictly combing 48- 50's fleeces sold at 36 to 38 cents scoured basis. FIND IT HERE Uopj for this Colomn moat be In by 9 s. m. Dec. 10 last day to pay your water rent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. DANCE AT REX HALL Elgin, Thurs., Dec. 10. Old time and modern music. Adm. 60c. Bebe AUoway and ner Rhythm Girls. 12-4-0 t. SPECIAL BARGAIN DANCE At Zuber hall Tues. nlte, Dec. 8. Music by Bebo AUoway and her Rhythm Olrls. Adm. 60c couple. . 12-8-1 t. Dec. 10 last day to pay your water rent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. PLUMBING HEATING And expert repairing. Guaranteed work. Licensed mechanic. Phone Main 925 or Main 18. E. c. Bhellworth. 11-24-1 m. Dec. 10 last dav to Dav vour water lent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. Eagles auxiliary chicken dinner. Thurs. evening 6:30 to 7:30. Eagles hall, 36c per plate. 12-8-1 t. Let us do your cleaning. Zwelfels Cleaning, Main 170. 11-10-1 m. Dec-10 last day to pay your water rent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. A GOOD SUGGESTION If you wish to get the something for Christmas which will be practical and which will be sure to please, lust Jf il'X ,i"ri her 'dlnoehvare or, glassware set. or start a new set for "her In one of the many new and attractive patterns of dinnerware or Postoria glassware carried by Richardson's Art and Gift Shop, "The Christmas Shop." 12-7-2 t Christmas lime'at WHAT YOU CAN BUY FOR A; DOLLAR n ITEMS THAT MAKE EXCELLENT GIFTS NECKLACES IN PRETTY GIFT BOXES ATOMIZERS IN DAINTY. SHADES POWDER JARS . ;-' PEWTER ASH SETS SILHOUETTES . . SET OF PLUSH COVERED ' DRESS HANGERS ASH RECEIVERS - ' SERVING TRAYS BATH SALTS WHISK BROOMS GUEST POWDER PUFF SETS PROPHYLACTIC MILITARY BRUSH SETS HAND TOOLED LEATHER " ' BOOK COVERS. PLAQUES - PEWTER SALT AND PEPPERS CARVED BONE CIGARETTE HOLDERS CINNABAR LAQUER CARVED BOXES ' 3-LB. BOX OF CHOCOLATES . PEN AND PENCIL SETS TOILET SETS PERFUME ' ALL LINEN BOXED 'KERCHIEFS BATH TOWEL SETS 12-IN LINEN TABLE CLOTHS LADIES' HAND BAGS SHEER CHIFFON HOSE .- ; IMPORTED DECORATED IRONSTONE CHINA . . .CHILDREN'S WOOL CUFF LEATHER HOUSE SLIPPERS sor oO" -zku b TOR CHRISTMAS She expects flowers from you. We'll deliver or telegraph them. Clarks Florists, 12-8-1 t. FOR CflRISTMAS SHOPPERS Try our floral service this Christ mas. Book your orders at Clarks' Florists. '. ' . . . 12-7-1 t. La Grande emmet Repair and Novelty Shop, 1408 Jeff. 11-7-1 m. Hemstitching, pleating, button holes, etc. . Norton's Kiddy Shop. Adv. DOLLS AND SOFT TOYS LOW PRICED AT NORTON'S KIDDY SHOP 12-7-16-t. t BRIDGE TAUGHT Auction or contract. Work, White head or Culbertson system. C. H. Devlnc, Sacajawea hotel. 12-2-1 m. Fresh popcorn balls every day. Or (lers taken now for Christmas at Angels. Hat cleaning. 12-2-1 ni. ! Dec. 10 last day' to pay your water rent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. ALL. THIS WEEK There are Just two full weeks be fore Christmas, two moro Saturdays and two more Sundays. It is time to get the packages into the mall for those friends and loved ones in other parts of the country. If you will take advantage of the special gift service offered to you at Richardson's. Art and Gift Shop you will find your Christmas shopping an easy, pleasur able task. Have them help you get your packages 'ready. This is a f ree service and one which you will appreciate at Richardson's Art and Gift Shop. "The Christmas Shop." 12-7-2 t. DRINK YOUR WAY TO HEALTH CRAZY CRYSTALS Is the answer. Send $1.50 by mall to Crazy Crystals, Baker, Ore. 12-2-1 m. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR, ATTENTION! At our next regular Conclave Tues day, Dec. 8th. there will be election of officers for the ensuing year. Please bo present, by order of the Eminent Commander. ' . h. H. RUSSELL, Recorder. 12-8-1 t. Dec. 10 last day to pay your water rent without a penalty. 12-7-3 t. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT In the Matter of the Estate of ALICE M. BUSH, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that tho undersigned, executrix of the estate of Alice M. Bush, deceased. has filed in the County Court of the Stato of Oregon for Union county, her final account as executrix of said estate, and that the 21st day of De cember, 1931, at the hour of ten o'clock In the forenoon of said day, at tho County court room In the court house of said County, has been fixed by the said court as the time and place for hearing of objections of said account and tho settlement thereof. RUTH JACKSON, Executrix of the Estate of ALICE M. BUSH, De ceased. E. R. RINGO, Attorney for Executrix. Nov. 17, 24, Dec. 1 and 8. SPECIAL Shoes dyed 36c. At Angel's Hat Cleaning. 11-10-1 m. LIBERTY COAL Defies Old Man Winter! , Heats Quick and Clean Try a Load and Be Convinced Gaither & Waller Phone Main 528 Jefferson at Elm HEN Tho A!:ik t!iuer AlmnrtU Is here shown on her lut Journey lielns towed by tup from a St(le nlrr to u m.ih1. for hiMrhlns, hllr fire ilctrojnl hu Two men were rrciiril from the -Oilp. Ftmnrn, unuhlr to Mop Uu hlazt, h.nl the vonm'I tumvl nnay to sifrgurrd waterfront property. We're Not "Stretching It" When We Tell You That Priee:& Are "Sliced" to the Bone On All of Our K( Fishing Tackle & Golf Equipment SPECIAL REDUCTIONS COME IN AND SEE OUR FINE SELECTION OP NEW AND USEFUL CHRIST MAS GIFTS FOR SPORTSMAN AND MOTORIST JACK ALfcEN SUPPLY CO. AUTOMOTIVE PARTS & ACCESSORIES - - - SPORTING GOODS
