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• THE ELKIN TRIBUNE Published Every Thursday by ELK PRINTING COMPANY, Inc. Elkin, N. C. THURSDAY, MAY 12, 1938 Entered at the post office at Elkin, N. C., aa second-class matter. C. 8. FOSTER.— Jreddetit H. F. LAFFOON Secretary-Treasurer SUBSCRIPTION RATES, PER YEAR In the State, $1.50 Out of the State, S2.M * B * > I It is well to remember that the snake in the garden didn't have to bite to inject his poison. He did it with honeyed words. Time was when our returning statesmen doted on telling that "the President said to me—." Now it's "I told the President—.' Many a college graduate will be able to reflect that he owes his shtepskin to a pigskin. Eleven thousand Austrians voted against annexation by Germany. That means eleven thousand funerals sooner or later. The movie producers continue to have trouble getting someone to fill the role of a breast-beating Tarzan. Migh try Musso lini. And there is the administration critic who, for lack of anything better to worry about, has gone to figuring how many eggs every chicken we eat might have laid. According to the way one philosopher looks at it "it must have been a woman who first said it is better to lie a little than to suffer much." Eastern Carolina candidate for judge quits the race because "petty politics" develops. Shucks, he should have known that before he pitched his hat in the ring. Now that Mussolini has proved himself a good host and paid his social debt, he can proceed with the business of double-crossing either Hitler or Chamberlain. Oh, for those good old days when most of our best citizens werer devoting a good part of their homelife to—the bottling busi ness—outdoing each other with their recipes for home brew. When the doctor tells him he might not make the grade he has a regular tussle with his conscience, but when he gets well again he's apt to see nothing wrong in an occa sional blonde. To many of our representatives it boils down to this: Stay in Washington long enough to save the country this year, or hurry home and get re-elected so as to be in position to save the country next year. Pertinent Questions Sir Edward Beatty, of Canada, address ing himself to Youth in a speech in London, asked these timely and pertinent questions: "Is it not possible that we have been too eager to make material progress—too ready to think that some Ingenious trick of legislation, or some splendid attempt at development of natural wealth might be the key to national success? Have we tried the slower road of building our characters as individuals and our character as a nation? Have we tried with grim determina tion, the slow and painful process of making the nation better by making the people better? Have we not, perhaps, in seeking short-cuts to making the nation great, rich, wise and happy, forgotten that national greatness, wealth, wisdom and happiness can but be the resultant and the sum of these qualities in the citizen?" What a sermon in those questions! For there is a positive and unqualified answer to each of them, the combined total of which if honestly made and sincerely ap plied, would spell the cure for most of our economic, spiritual and moral ills. Here lately we have been thinking in terms of national wealth and national debts —material things, that must be considered, of course, but not at the expense of national character, and every time attempt is made to make the nation better by making the people better, somebody throws a monkey wrench into the machinery, because this process interferes with the material. The present government program, as represented by the Chief Executive of this nation, embraces many commendable objec tives that admittedly would raise the stand ard of living by equalizing the opportunity, but the program has been so undermined from within and from without; has been so shot full of holes and so compromised by the dreamer in the White House, that it holds little promise of "making the nation better by making the people better." Which is to say making the nation prosperous and self-sufficient, by making the people ditto. And there is little indication that we are building individual character in a degree that will enhance the national character. Surely Sir Edward Beatty has asked some pertinent but embarrassing questions, but questions that we should be asking our •"(- selves over and over again—until they are answered. When Enough Is More Than a Sufficiency With a continuity that has become all but disconcerting 1 one reads of German- American goings-on at so-called "recreation camps" and sees pictures of hyphenated ac tivities that smack all too much of the Nazi military sway. Before us as we write is a camera ver sion of the May Day celebration of the German-American Volksbund, near Andover, N. J., which shows a bunch of youngsters in their teens, marching to the goose-step of their storm-troop elders, arms rigid in the Nazi salute as the columns bearing Swastikas and American flags, side by side, are reviewed by Fuehrer Fritz Kuhn, who according to the caption declares that "United States Nazis are through making excuses for their acts." In other words these hyphenated Ameri cans, emboldened by Adolph Hitler's declara tion that Germans, no matter where they are, are expected to hold their loyalty to the fatherland, and that they must be given their "rights"—or else; emboldened by the successful application of this theory in Austria, and the about-to-be application in other sectors, these foreigners here by the courtesy and magnanimity of this nation, are taking advantage of our boasted freedom of speech and essembly to inculcate in their young a fealty and loyalty to Germany, first, last and all the time. You can't make any thing else out of it. How long would Hitler tolerate such ac tivities in Germany? You know the answer: just as long as it would take to round up the gang on one of those noted concentra tion camps. We have been tolerating a lot in this country rather than make "martyrs" of of fenders against the decencies. And because we are tolerant they are encouraged to inch in a bit closer to the mark beyond which they are not yet convinced they may not go. For one, we will be glad when Uncle Sam finally decides that enough of some things is already too much. Removing the Gag And now we have another example of Congress' habit of marching up the hill, and marching down again. The Senate gave its approval of a wages and hours bill the House virtually killed it by the shelving process. Then a revised bill bobbed up and the Rules committee, anxious for an early adjournment of Congress, gave it the kiss of death by refusing to calendar it; then came the rush to sign the petition to take it out of the hands of the committee, and now we shall see what we shall see. The House may or may not see new merit in the wages and hours bill, but one thing is certain, congressmen wanting to keep their seat, are tremendously concerned about the attitude of the voters back home. The wages and hours bill has White House ap proval, and Florida last week furnished con vincing example of what can happen to foes of the administration when they come before the people. Congressmen from industrial districts in all sections of the country are willing to "listen to reason", for organized labor, and in some cases labor that is not organized, has warned that it is keeping a weather eye on what is going on. And so, while under ordinary circumstances, this piece of legisla tion would go to the cooling board, with an election approaching it would not be any great surprise if it were passed. At any rate congressmen can conveniently say that they "saw their duty and they done it." Signing to snatch the bill from the Rules committee does not mean that every signer will vote for it. Nor will it become law until the Senate has a whack at it. And it seems that nothing the two branches of the na tional legislature like better than thumbing their noses at each other—what one pro poses the other disposes. And thus we have the hill-marching specialty act put on bv a two-ring circus. But whether the wages and hours bill is passed or not, the House in refusing to let its Rules committee do the legislating, is to be commended for its action. There may be times when such a committee may function advantageously by sifting useless legislation from the hopper, but here is a bill that is of nation-wide interest, and for eight men to stand in the way of its consideration by the whole body is undemocratic to say the least. And it is encouraging to remember that through our system of checks and balances, such gag rule can be ungagged. That is exactly what the House did last week, and that we submit, is in itself an accomplish ment. We know of at least one candidate who is studying Dale Carnegie's book on "How to Win Friends and Influence People". Just by way of reminding that ferns are not the only things that have come out of Wilkes—petrified. The romance of a mother hen scratching in the garden, is another thing that one does not have to be a spring poet to rave about. Anyhow, there now can be no further uncertainty about who is going to run for what. If and when the government widens the Panama Canal, it should then do something about giving more space to the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, just to make things doubly safe. THE ELKIN TRIBUNE, ELKIN. NORTH CAROLINA ZEPHYR Mr. J. P. Fields, of Cool Springs, spent Sunday here at tending preaching services at the Baptist church, and also visiting friends. Mr. Fields is a former superintendent of the Sunday School. Mrs. Nannie Snow and her daughter, Miss Vertie Snow, of Fairview, spent Sunday here vis iting friends and relatives. Miss Stella Mounce spent the week-end with Miss Mary Isaac. Mrs. Bettie Thompson spent a few days in Mountain Pa!rk last week visiting friends and relatives. Miss Elsie Layell, of Elkin, spent the week-end here, the guest of Misses Versie and Thelma Swift. Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler Bowers, of Mt. Airy, spent Sunday here visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Bow ers. Mrs. Bessie Gertrude Simpson spent last week in Mountain Patk attending to business affairs. Rev. C. W. Russell preached an nteresting and inspiring sermon at the Methodist church last Sun day afternoon at 4:30 o'clock. A large number attended the service. Mr. M. B. Parks, Jr., spent last Thursday in Elkin attending to business affairs. This evening at 7:45 o'clock the sev'enth grade graduation exer cises will be held at the Zephyr school. The other grades will have some short plays. A most cordial invitation is extended to the public to attend. The school will also close today for the sum mer vacation. Rev. Walter Calloway filled his regular appointment at tne Bap tist church last Sunday morning at 11:00 o'clock. The communion services were also held at that cime. MULBERRY A large crowd attended the B. Y. P. U. program at Bessie's chapel Sunday night which was given by the Elkin valley people. The program was thoroughly en joyed by all who attended. Mrs. Qilmer Dobbins has been seriously ill at her home here, but is recovering nicely now, her many friends will be glad to know. Mrs. P. A. Bates, of Ararat, spent several days last week with her son, Mr. Luther Isaac, and family. Mr. Roy Stanley and Artis Stanley spent the week-end in High Point visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Isaac, of Albemarle, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Luther Isaac at their home here. The commencement exercises will be given at Zephyr school Thursday night, May 12. The public is cordially invited to at tend. Rev. and Mrs. E. G. Jordon visited Bessie's Chapel Sunday School Sunday. Mr. Jordan made an interesting talk on "Mother's Day." AUSTIN A number of friends and rela tives gathered at the home of Jim Spicer Sunday and gave him a surprise dinner in celebration of his 60th birthday anniversary. Mr. Spicer is a well known resi dent of this community and is be loved by everyone as a friend and neighbor. Mrs. Belle Lyon is quite ill at this time, we are sorry to note. Mrs. Nancy Brown and son, Caswell, of Wilkesboro, were the INWASHINGTON Be IS * ■ UNITED STATESCENATOR ______ As members of Congress con sider legislation of vital impor tance to the country and endeavor to speed the wheels of industry and commerce, they find inspira tion and hope in the faces of. many thousands of youngsters j coming to Washington at this season. Perhaps never before have there been greater opportunities for youth to see Washington and learn the functions and objectives of government. Events of the last week are a case in point. In one parade alone, some 11,000 youngsters in their early teens, representing school safety patrols in eighteen states and the national capital marched down Constitution Ave nue. The significance of the youth movements in our country today can not be overestimated. It is only necessary to compare them with what is taking place abroad to find a new hope at home. In many countries boys and girls are learning military drills, the use of fire arms, and how to protect themselves from the rav ages of war. They are being rear ed in the belief that war will come. Thpy are growing up in an at mosphere of suspicion and dis trust. Compare that situation with what is taking place in the United States. Here we have many millions of youngsters enlisted in great move ments that have as their purpose self-betterment and public service. The school safety patrols, Boy guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. John Lyon. Mrs. Maye Alley * and small daughter, Lary Lou, of Ports mouth, Ohio, arrived here Sunday for a visit to her sister, Mrs. R. S. Dameron. Saturday, May 14, has been designated to clean the cemetery at Knobs church. All those hav ing loved ones buried there are asked to assist in this work. Next Sunday is the day for reg ular services at Knobs Baptist church. The public is cordially invited to attend. ST. PAUL | The dry weather is throwing fanners behind with their work. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Totten and daughters and Misses Ruth and Edith Walker, of Winston-Salem, spent Sunday the guests of Mrs. Sina Walker. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Chipman and children, of Union Grove, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Walker Sunday. Mrs. Chipman remained for a visit of several days with them. Mrs. W. E. Macey is spending this week in Pieldale, Va., the guest of friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Cash and children, of Yadkinville, and Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Ridding and children, of Boonville, were the guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Myers. Scouts and other groups too num erous to mention, are all being taught respect for their elders. They are being given to under stand that world peace is possible only when people have in their hearts respect for authority and good will toward others. Two years ago, President Roose velt in addressing a large group of youngsters on the White House lawn said in part: "The future belongs to youth and when youth voluntarily assumes helpful activ ities like yours for the benefit of the entire community, I for one, feel ever so much more confident in regard to the future—your future and the future of the country." It is difficult for those in Wash ington who take the time to greet and talk with groups of young sters who come here, to have deep-rooted fears for the future. There are in our country today men and women who question the future of our institutions and even our form of government. But there is ample evidence that youth looks toward tomorrow with full hope and confidence. Speaking of the youngsters coming to Washington, an out standing newspaper said: "Seeing them has been an en couraging experience for many a troubled and puzzled adult." CARD OF THANKS The family of the late James Josephus Martin desire to express to their friends their sincere ap preciation for the sympathy and kindness shown them in their re cent bereavement. lt-p WANTS We buy scrap iron and metals. Double Eagle Service Co.. Elk in, N. C. tfc Wanted to repair radios. Our expert thoroughly knows hie business. Prices right. Harris Electric Co., Elkin. N. C. tfr WIN A rnUt ■ ATI* WMMMMTIIiCf-MKV Mf wom t« (ACM UM UJpbesVnteo BV Vj iLT iSTONECYN W M WHITE SWAN I GIVERNS ;J . RUO : GAJLE NNTC \ STRAPNO » FLYHE PULL '/ ANS. 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