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Thursday, June 17, 1937
T H E H E R M IS T O N H E R A L D , H E R M IS T O N , O R E G O N
The
Washington
D ig e s t j
National Topics Interpreted
By W ILLIA M BRUCKART
SUPREME
COURT
AND HOW
IT WORKS
“The Public W elfare”
By ROBERT MERRILL
IMPROVED
UNIFORM INTERNATIONAL
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UNDAY
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Clothes That Look the Part
CHOOL Lesson
By REV HAROLD L. LUNDQUIST.
Dean of the Moody Bible Institute
of Chicago.
© Western Newspaper Union.
Lesson for June 20
HE Supreme court of the
United States has frequent­
KINDNESS TO HIS
NATIONAL PRESS BLDG.
WASHINGTON D C 1
ly been called upon to act as JOSEPH’S KINDRED
umpire in cases where citizens
Washington. — It nearly always Roosevelt does not require a billion protested that their health or
LESSON TEXT—Genesis 46:1-7, 28-30; SO:
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happens in the second term of any and a half in new money for relief. their crops were endangered.
GOLDEN TEXT—And be ye kind one to
President that the But the house apparently does not
A number of such appeals have another, tenderhearted, forgiving one an­
Congreaa
Balk»
congress begins to have the courage to take an out and
show signs of as­ out position in accordance with its
serting its own will. conviction. So it is trying to dodge
This is perfectly natural. Members the real issue by holding out for a
of the house and senate recognize, provision in the bill that would set
or have recognized in the past, that aside half a billion of the total for
when a President enters onto his use exclusively on permanent pub­
second term he has little more in lic works under Secretary Ickes as
the way of trading to offer them. public works administrator. (Secre­
That is to say, the President has tary Ickes and Relief Aministrator
about exhausted political appoint­ Hopkins long have been snarling at
ments and, except for special pieces each other.)
To get down to cases on this
of legislation, the Chief Executive
cannot compensate house and sen­ relief fund controversy, it actually
ate members with political plums. happens that the real argument is
The New Deal congress in Mr. on the side of Mr. Roosevelt. Either
Roosevelt’s first term was subserv­ he needs the whole amount for re­
ient, indeed. It gave him everything lief or he does not and there is little
he asked. But now there are en­ sense in the house taking a run
couraging signs of a more independ­ around the rosebush to cover a feel­
ent attitude on the part of congress. ing of revenge. Thus, the house is
I use the word "independent” to shown in a rather bad light. If it has
mean that congress has begun to spunk enough to spank Mr. Hopkins
examine legislative proposals from and if it does not believe that the
■the White House in the light of the President needs the full amount he
viewpoint of individual representa­ has requested, then why does not
tives and senators instead of an the house approve of only a billion
stick to that position?
examination solely in the light of and
There is another phase of this
the argument of the President.
revolt on relief funds that
The Supreme court reorganiza­ house
ought
to
be examined. I mentioned
tion proposal brought the first sign earlier that
the members of the
of independence by congress. This
and senate no longer expect­
sign broke out in the senate and house
ed political plums from the White
there are many who believe that House.
Now they are trying to get
the senate will never yield on the
close
to
the political pie counter
President’s proposal to pack the
another manner. If they can get
court with any additional justices in
of his own choosing. It is possible part of the relief funds allocated
permanent public works, they
that, as we view history from, say for
ten years hence, the Supreme court have their snouts in the political
reorganization plan will be shown trough of the old pork barrel.
There is a natural reaction for
to have been the straw that broke politicians
when money is to be
the President’s control over a con­ passed out and
the house has been
gress in which his party has more displaying that reaction
to the full­
than two-thirds of the members.
on the relief funds. The proposi­
Several other legislative proposals est
simmered down, is, however,
from the White House have met or tion,
the time has long passed when
are meeting real difficulties. One of that
barrel methods can be tolerat­
them that must be regarded as im­ pork
ed
in
congress. It is not a sound
portant is the relief fund proposi­
of representative govern­
tion. I imagine that, in the end, the principle
President will get the full billion ment and it is not economical.
On the other hand, it seems to me
and a half that he has requested
Mr. Roosevelt cannot escape
for relief purposes but the contro­ that
responsibility
revival of the pork
versy over relief funds is significant. barrel custom. for Throughout
his first
For instance, and as an example term, he allowed congress plenty of
of the undercurrent of feeling in pork barrel packages and now that
congress, the house took a nasty he is attempting to stick through
slap at Relief Administrator Harry his own ideas without providing the
Hopkins. The house did it in a way usual sop for congress, the politi­
designed to make Mr. Hopkins peev­ cians resent it.
ish. It cut his salary as relief ad­
• • •
ministrator by two-thousand dollars
While the congress has been fuss­
a year. Now, a cut from $12,000 to ing and fuming over legislation, in
$10,000 probably is unimportant as
downtown Wash-
far as the monetary affect is con­
Treasury
ington, the Treas-
cerned, but it was the same thing
in Trouble ury is finding its
as if the house had turned Mr.
job more and more
Hopkins across its knees and had difficult. Last week,
Secretary Mor-
given him a couple of good spanks. genthau found himself in a position
What it does, actually, is to show where he had to go into the money
Mr. Hopkins that the house is still market for an additional eight-hun­
its own boss and it demonstrates as dred-million dollars. He offered new
well the house has some spunk left. government bonds in that amount
In addition to the relief fund con­
from the proceeds of their sale,
troversy, congress is giving evi­ and
he
will
have in the Treasury suffi­
dence also of more constructive op­ cient funds
to keep the government
position to control from the White going. Incidentally,
new loan
House over all national policies. For will put the national this
almost to
example, the new farm bill is under­ thirty-six billion, the debt
highest
point
going very critical analysis by the in all history.
house agriculture committee. While
Treasury’s latest borrowing
this measure to establish what Sec­ of The
new money caused some sur­
retary Wallace calls the “ever-nor- prise
because it had been thought
mal” granary and to revive con­ that the
June 15 income tax pay­
trol over important farm groups ments would
put the Treasury’s bal­
was not sent to congress from the ance sufficiently
high to carry the
White House, everyone understands it government for another month or
has White House indorsement. House two. Notwithstanding Mr. Roos­
leaders accept it, at least, as rep­ evelt’s declarations that govern­
resenting the principle of AAA and, ment expenses must be cut, they
therefore, as being representative are continuing to expand and, con­
of the President’s ideas.
sequently, it has been necessary to
Leaders of the farm bloc in the borrow more money in order to
house are quite skeptical of the keep the machinery of government
plan. Naturally, it is too early to operating.
forecast what is going to happen on
It is impossible to discuss the la­
this piece of legislation but it is test Treasury loan without linking
important to note that the house is to it the question of the admin­
giving close and independent study istration’s gold policy and, it is im­
instead of rushing the legislation possible to mention the gold policy
through merely because the admin­ without relating that the United
istration announced it was favor­ States now has more than twelve
able to the proposition.
billions in gold. The United States
There is discontent in the senate thus has approximately one-half of
also. Mr. Roosevelt’s far-flung gov­ all the gold in the world. This would
ernment reorganization bill has seem to make our nation the richest
touched so many sensitive spots in the world, but having all of this
that some doubt actually exists gold stock is a very expensive prop­
whether it will get through at all, osition under the administration’s
even after revision.
gold policy.
The feeling in the seante on this
No one seems to know how the
matter is so widespread that Dem­ administration will untangle itself
ocratic Leader Robinson made a from the gold policy. If the United
statement the other day to the effect States continues to maintain the
that “failure of the senate to pass present price of gold, just so long
the bill will be no public calamity.” will other nations ship gold to the
If their skepticism leads to a more shores of America. We have seen
systematic and thorough scrutiny gold entering the United States at
of this bill and other pieces of legis­ the rate of sixteen million dollars
lation, it seems likely in my opinion a day for some days. Of course, that
that some costly blunders may be is an abnormal rate but the imports
avoided.
have been so high that presently,
• • •
if the present pace is maintained
The trouble with congress, how­ we will have all of the gold and its
ever, when it gets into the humor value will be questionable as a fac­
we now observe, is tor in trade.
Follow
that many times it
From foreign sources come
Bell Cow does things the rumors that many of the banking
wrong way. After interests abroad are perfectly will­
all, members of the house and sen­ ing to unload the bulk of their gold
ate are human and they flock to­ on the United States. In so doing,
gether behind the bell cow, if that they put themselves in a position
bell cow succeeds in stirring up to bargain effectively with the Unit­
«nough excitement.
ed States whenever the time comes
Take the controversy over the re­ for world nations to discuss money
lief funds, as a case in point. It is stabilization.
• W c a tc r o N e w s p a p e r U n io n .
plain that the house feels that Mr.
T
resulted in the elimination of condi­
tions causing pollution of the water
an affected community must drink,
or contamination of the air it must
breathe.
In one instance a company made
a practice of discharging waste ma­
terial into a river, whose waters,
farther along the course, were
utilized for irrigation purposes.
A citizen whose crops and food
supply were thus damaged obtained
an injunction in a local court. The
company appealed to a higher state
court, which modified the decree to
the extent which allowed it to oper­
ate if it provided facilities to pre­
vent the waste being carried down
the river. An appeal was then car­
ried to the United States Supreme
court, which affirmed the ruling and
explained:
“In giving a right to use the wat­
ers of the public streams . . . the
statute does not provide that such
a user may send his waste material
or debris down the stream to the
destruction or substantial injury of
the riparian rights of users of water
below, and no such invasion of pri­
vate property rights should be in­
ferred or implied . . .”
State Seeks Fresh Air.
In another instance a state ap­
pealed to the Supreme court of the
United States to enjoin certain in­
dustrial plants in a bordering state
from polluting the air and endanger­
ing the citizens’ health and crops.
The Supreme court granted the in­
junction, pointing out that a state
has an interest in all the earth and
air within its domain.
“It has the last word," said the
opinion, “as to whether its moun­
tains shall be stripped of their for­
ests and its inhabitants shall breathe
pure air.”
On one occasion, a church in
Washington, D. C., carried to the
Supreme court its appeal against a
railroad company which had erected
an engine house and repair shop
next to the church property. It pro­
tested that the noisA and smoke thus
caused interfered with services and
greatly inconvenienced worshipers.
The court decided in favor of tha
church.
Handles Small Cases.
But the individual citizen, no mat­
ter how obscure, does not need the
support of his state or any other
organization to appeal to the Su­
preme court if his Constitutional
rights have been infringed upon.
Naturally the Supreme court ap­
pears most prominently in the news
when it umpires cases involving
prominent names or great organiza­
tions; but its work includes also the
job of umpiring cases which, apart
from their constitutional aspect,
would seem of little importance.
Here’s one case involving a $25
fine:
The penalty was Imposed by a
District of Columbia police court
on a resident charged with conspir­
ing to extort money. When the pris­
oner refused to pay, he was turned
over to a United States marshal.
He protested that the Constitu­
tion of the United States secured
to him the right to be tried by a
jury on the charge, and since that
right was denied, the police court
had no authority to impose a fine on
him or to order him imprisoned
until the fine was paid.
Jury Trial Guaranteed.
Because of the constitutional as­
pect involved, the case went finally
to the Supreme court. The court
agreed with the prisoner, and ex­
plained :
"Except in that class or grade of
offenses called petty offenses which,
according to the common law, may
be proceeded against summarily in
any tribunal legally constituted for
that purpose, the guarantee of an
impartial jury to the accused in a
criminal prosecution, conducted
either in the name, or by or under
the authority of, the United States,
secures to him the right to enjoy
that mode of trial . . .
“ In such cases a judgment of con­
viction, not based upon a verdict of
guilty by a jury, is void."
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Named Lions for Kings
During the time of King George
II of England it was customary to
name the lions in the tower menag­
erie after the reigning kings, and
the fate of the royal beast was
thought to be bound up with that
of human majejty. Two years be­
fore the death of King George II,
he suffered a serious illness, and
was near death; but he rallied, and
regained good health. A curious
circumstance, illustrative of popu­
lar superstition, is mentioned in
connection with this illness by Lord
Chesterfield, and quoted by Earl
Stanhope in his “History of Eng­
land” : “ It was generally thought
his majesty would have died, and
for a very good reason—for the
oldest lion in the tower, much about
the king’s age, died a fortnight
— _ *•
other, even as God for Christ's sake hath
forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32.
PRIMARY TOPIC—When Joseph Saw His
Father Again.
JUNIOR TOPIC—Joseph Honoring His Fa­
ther.
INTERMEDIATE AND SENIOR TOPIC—
Kindness in the Family.
YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULT TOPIC—
Mutual Helpfulness in the Family.
A happy ending—yes! Modern
writers may look with disfavor on
t (and perhaps rightly so, for most
f them write about life apart from
ellowship with God) but to those
/ho trust God and who seek his
/ill, the story of life has a bright
nd joyful conclusion.
But someone may object that the
esson for today closes with the last
/ords of the book of Genesis, which
re “a coffin in Egypt.” Is that a
appy ending? It .is, because even
hat forbidding emblem of death
«inted in faith toward the day when
>od was to keep his promise and
ring his people into the promised
and.
Our lesson centers around the last
f our patriarchs, Joseph, and his
indness to his father and his fami-
y. The highest official in the land
f Egypt (save for Pharaoh him-
elf) proves his inherent greatness
iy forgetting position and power,
xcept as they enable him to be a
aving son and brother. We consider
lis kindness as it is centered in his
levotion to God, shown forth in
houghtful provision for others, ex-
iressed in affectionate deeds, and
is it imparted itself by faith to oth-
46:1-4).
Jacob, having heard from his sons
that Joseph was in Egypt, and hav­
ing thus learned of their treachery
and deceit, came at last to realize
that his beloved Joseph is alive. He
has been urged to go to Egypt but
he hesitates about leaving Canaan.
How shall he know whether to be­
lieve in and respond to Joseph’s in­
vitation. He asks God, the One who
is the joy and center of Joseph’s
life, and of Jacob’s as well, and he
has his answer.
Real family life and devotion cen­
ter a.ound a mutual fellowship with
God. There may be little else to
share, but “little is much when
God is in it.” Has God been honored
in your home? Has He been madq
the center of family life? These are
vital questions.
II. Evidenced by Thoughtfulness
(vv. 5-7).
Joseph had arranged for Pharaoh
to send wagons to bring bis aged
father, the women, and the little
ones.
Many men in our day glory in be­
ing “hard-boiled.” In their relent­
less pursuit of fame and riches they
ignore and even trample on the
members of their own families.
They are ashamed of the broken
bodies, the humble apparel, the un­
educated speech of their parents,
tearing lest their new-found friends
in the circle of wealth and position
may ridicule them. There is a crude
but apt expression that describes
such persons as “stuffed shirts.”
III. Manifested In Love (vv. 28-30).
Joseph kissed his father whom he
had gone out to meet, and held him
close and wept for joy. Again he
showed his true greatness by being
his natural self.
We are not all demonstrative in
showing our affection. Furthermore,
sve would not plead for more of that
sham public expression of affection
which is so distasteful to right-think­
ing people. But may we not suggest
that there is room for improvement
in our loving consideration for our
kindred. Let us ask ourselves how
long it is since we did something
to show that we really love our
mother, our father, or a faithful
wife, son, or daughter? How long
Is it since you wrote home to moth­
er, or went home to visit?
IV. Imparted by Faith (50:24-26).
Jacob had been gathered to his
fathers; time had gone on its re­
lentless way, and Joseph is about to
iie. What shall be the heritage to
his family? Money, property, posi­
tion? No; he leaves them something
Infinitely more valuable—a forward-
poking faith that will keep alive in
their hearts the expectation that
Sod will in due season bring them
into their own land. Joseph had
¡pent most of his years in Egypt,
he had attained high position and
great honor, but he never lost his
vision of the promised land. He
imparts to them by faith that hope.
Hope
Ah, what thoughtful, loving pro-
rision God hath made for us in the
gift of the angel of Hopei There is
ao path so dark but we may see the
glimmer of her shining wings, no
Tiisfortune so heavy but her helpful
3and is outstretched to us, and her
»mile still ready to cheer and ei>
courage us.
The Natural Tone
Peace is the natural tone of a
well-regulated mind at one with it-
•elf.—Humboldt.
that you’ve
N OW, seen Milady,
all three, which
will you choose, the lovely
dance frock, an easy-to-sew
runabout model, or a slick
all around the clock dress to flat­
ter your every move and moment?
It’s a personal question but one
you'll surely want to toy with
since Sew-Your-Own makes the
answer so easy.
Any Time After 8:30.
The romantic fashion at the left
will make memorable occasions
of your summer parties as only a
lovely appearance can. Its two
pieces are young, cool and
streamlined. For the Miss whose
intertst centers about matinee go-
irgs-on, there’s a dashing shorter
style—it differs only in length, and
either will be picturesque in m ar­
quisette, dimity, or organdie.
A Tip for Tea Time.
When you’re keeping up with
the Joneses, wear this stylish all
occasion dress. It will do great
things for you socially, and, fig­
uratively speaking, it will cut
inches from those high spots and
make you feel pounds lighter.
Think of what that means to chic
and comfort when things get hot
out your way. Dark sheer crepe
is the material that lends t o p
charm to this creation.
Fore and Aft.
Easy to sew and always ready
to go is this new spectator frock
for young women and those who
want to turn back the clock. With
this number handy there’s no need
to pause for reflection about what
to wear. And that holds good
whether you’re bound for sports,
business, or society. It is becom­
ing as a sun tan, as simple to sew
as a dress can be, and a cinch
to launder. Why not make a car­
bon copy for the morning after?
Remember summer chic depends
upon the company your wardrobe
keeps. Be sure it’s amply sup­
plied with cool convenient Sew-
Your-Owns!
The Patterns.
Pattern 1291 is designed in sizes
12 to 20 (30 to 38 bust). Size 14
requires 6 yards of 35 or 39 inch
material. Size 14, walking length,
requires 5% yards.
Pattern 1847 is designed in sizes
36 to 52. Size 38 requires 4%
yards of 39 inch material.
Pattern 1279 is designed in sizes
32 to 46. Size 34 requires 4V<
yards of 35 inch material. Ribbon
for belt requires 1 yard.
Send your order to The Sewing
Circle Pattern Dept., 149 New
Montgomery Ave., San Francisco,
Calif. Patterns 15 cents (in coins)
each.
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Foreign Words
and Phrases
Laissez qui je vous responde
(F.) Allow (perm itOsuffer) me
to answer you.
Dehors. (F.) Outside.
Tout le monde est sage apres
coup. (F.) After-wit is every
man's wit.
Sans les injustices des hommes.
(F.) But for (were it not for) the
injustice of men.
Une nuit sans sommeil. (F. )A
sleepless night.
Uberrima fides. (L.) Super-
abounding faith.
Ubi jus incertum, ibi jus nul­
lum. (L.) Where the law is un­
certain, there is no law.
Hablen cartas, y callen barbas.
(Sp.) Let writing speak, and
beards (that is, mouths) be silent.
Furor arma ministrat. (L.)
Fury provides arms.
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Sentinels
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D on’ t Neglect T h e m I
N atu re designed the kidneys to do S
marvelous job. Their task is to keep the
flowing blood at ream free of an excess of
toxic impurities. The act of living— fi/e
iitelf— is constantly producing waste
matter the kidneys must remove from
the blood if good health Is to endure.
When the kidneys fail to function as
Nature intended, there is retention of
waste that may cause body-wide dis­
tress. One may suffer nagging backache,
persistent headache, attacks of dizxiness,
getting up nights, swelling, puffiness
under the eyes— feel tired, nervous, all
worn out.
Frequent, scanty or burning passages
may be further evidence of aidneV or
bladder disturbance.
The recognised and proper treatment
Is a diuretic medicine to help the kidneye
;et rid of excess poisonous body waste.
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