oc-plain-dealer 1922-12-22

THE ORANGE COUNTY PLAIN DEALER An Independent Newspaper, Issued Every Afternoon Except Sunday R. W. ERNEST, Manager PAUL V. HESTER, Editor The best men obtainable should be in the American diplomatic service. The best men cannot be obtained unless they are paid adequately. M. Clemenceau came into the United States like a tiger, but went out like a lamb. He did not find the government or people of the United States favorably disposed toward a terribish attitude in international relations. The natural resources of this country should not be squandered or wastly wasted. Rich as the United States is in resources, they are not inexhaustible. Should wastefulness and profligacy prevail, it would not be long until the most abundant of these riches would be depleted. The United States Reclamation Service has accomplished more, in the twenty years of its existence, in reclaiming arid lands, than ever has been achieved, at any given time in any country on earth. The lands it has redeemed from the desert waste are producing nearly $100,000,000 of agricultural products annually. Social and industrial relations are made easier, more pleasant and more tolerable when all members and elements of society are considerate and tolerant and work together in wholesome, fair co-operation. This, carried to its ultimate, will bring society and industry as near to perfection as it is possible to attain, and add immeasurably to the happiness and contentment of the masses of mankind. Ralph de Palma, noted auto racer, gave his word of honor to the sheriff at Madera that he would return to serve a ten-day jail sentence for speeding. Mr. de Palma raced at Beverly Hills and then went to Madera to keep his word. He may have been without excuse in breaking the law, but he was a gentleman. ALLIED DISAGREEMENT IS DEPLORABLE That which makes the European situation most deplorable is the failure of the chief Allied countries to agree as to reparations and as to problems of the Near East. Therein lies the chief cause of retardation of Europe's economic rehabilitation. If Europe were made tranquil, politically, and if the grim specter of prospective war were banished, the economic revival in that part of the world would begin. Europe cannot be helped materially until it inaugurates policies of self-help. A political and ethnologic near-music is needed in Europe. The national and racial hatreds, antipathies and suspicions which have prevailed for centuries should be wiped out—must be eradicated before Europe can settle down to enduring peace and sustained progress in economic affairs. The ingrained hates and fears and suspicions of centuries have to be contended with, and these feelings and these attitudes do not pass as fog before the sun. It requires time—the slowness, almost, of a geologic process. PUTTING TOO MUCH CARE ON PRESIDENT A pernicious angerous habit is developing in this country—that is, to create a critical situation and then sit back and say, "it is up to the president." Too many cares, responsibilities and delicate adjustments are "put up to" the occupant of the White House. His great position entails mighty responsibilities and cares, in and of itself. To these should not be added the vexing, trying, nerve-rracking crises created by classes and groups and "put up to the president" to be worked out to solution. This observation is pertinent. SWINDLE We have been swain that, even if we can still dabblin' in poli- law practice t' fall it down. Jack Cohen, New $200 that he can stop street and sell them for 25 cents each. 15 minutes and lose make it worse, a judge for trying to sell wit John W. Raper humorist, says where mistake was in not t This, carried to its ultimate, will bring society and industry as near to perfection as it is possible to attain, and add immeasurably to the happiness and contentment of the masses of mankind. Ralph de Palma, noted auto racer, gave his word of honor to the sheriff at Madera that he would return to serve a ten-day jail sentence for speeding. Mr. de Palma raced at Beverly Hills and then went to Madera to keep his word. He may have been without excuse in breaking the law, but he was a gentleman in keeping his pledge to the authorities, and in making amends for his infraction of law. If the United States should call an economic conference of all the leading powers of the world, the distressing situation in which Europe finds itself could be discussed candidly in all its details, and perhaps ways and means could be devised to bring relief, just as the arms conference agreed upon a practicable plan to reduce naval armaments. In a conference of this kind the United States would be the leading power, and probably could bring Europe to a feasible arrangement whereby that continent could and would help itself, economically, by dissisting from making abnormal outlays for military establishments, in which event the United States could and should lend its aid, in reasonable form and measure, to bring about economic rehabilitation over there. This country, however, should not underwrite militarism in Europe. OUR SALESROOM AND STOCK ROOM WILL BE OPEN EVERY EVENING THIS WEEK FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE George Dunton FORD LINCOLN AND FORDSON Sales and Service 320 No. Los Angeles St. Anaheim Christmas Extra Special Christmas Extra Specials $3.00 Footballs at $1.75 $4.00 Footballs at $2.50 $5.00 Footballs at $3.50 $6.00 Footballs at $4.75 $10.00 Footballs at $6.50 $6.00 Basketballs at $4.00 $10.00 Basketballs at $7.50 Also very special prices on Catchers Mitts, Baseman Mitts, Fielders Gloves, Baseballs and Baseball Bats. Boxing Gloves, Punching Bags, Etc, Etc. We have the largest supply of above in Northerern Orange County. Kern Cycle Co. 40 West Center Street Anaheim, EDITORIAL PARAGRAPHS ("by Robert Quillen") If Christmas comes, can the bills be far behind? You can say almost anything with flowers except "Please remit." When the husband asks if he needs a shave, he isn't after information. He's after an alibi. Well, a super-government would do as well as a number of lesser governments in the soup. What we can't understand is why the economista haven't gained control of the world's wealth. Two more days to go, and already little Bobby is showing the strain of unaccustomed virtue. White mune should be diluted one-half fer radiator use. Tell Binkley is still dabblin' in politics as he has no law practice t' fall back on. TOWN IN REVIEW SWINDLES We have been swindled so much that, even if we came face to face with genuinely "easy money," most of us would be suspicious and turn it down. Jack Cohen, New Yorker, bets $200 that he can stop people on the street and sell them 50 cent pieces for 25 cents each. He tried to, for 15 minutes and loses the bet. To make it worse, a judge fines Jack $2 for trying to sell without a license. John W. Raper, philosophical humorist, says where Jack made his mistake was in not trying to sell 25- New York Letter A great many young mothers will take comfort from the statement of Mrs. Margaret Leahy, mother of the winner of a beauty contest in England, who has just arrived here with her beautiful daughter. "Margaret was the ugliest baby," says Mrs. Leahy, "and very fat. I declare I can't get used to thinking of her as a beauty." But she is, just the same, I'll testify. All my life, I've heard that a woman mustn't be too clever—or at least mustn't seem to be clever—or else no man would seek her hand and heart in marriage. And here comes Julius Berman, of Brooklyn—that borough of homes—and asks for an ulmment of his marriage because he says his wife can't do arithmetic! It's all wrong. Nobody knows how to act if men upset traditions that way. There was a practical motive in his objection. He says that because she couldn't add, she couldn't conduct the financial affairs of a household. Mrs. Berman proved that she did after all, have some idea of figures, by asking substantial all-money and counsel fees pending the outcome of the suit. It is most appropriate, of course, that Tony Sarg's Marionettes should be shown at the Punch and Judy Theatre, and that quaint house helps to create the proper atmosphere. But atmosphere or not, the Marionettes are so worth seeing that I would forego many a play acted by human beings for the sake of two hours at "Don Quixote," now being played by them. The play lends itself admir- We have been swindled so much that, even if we came face to face with genuinely "easy money," most of us would be suspicious and turn it down. Jack Cohen, New Yorker, bets $200 that he can stop people on the street and sell them 50 cent pieces for 25 cents each. He tried to, for 15 minutes and loses the bet. To make it worse, a judge fines Jack $2 for trying to sell without a license. John W. Raper, philosophical humorist, says where Jack made his mistake was in not trying to sell 25-cent pieces for half a dollar. Now that the jails are all empty, the ships all scraped, and wars all ended, we look forward to the new year without misgiving. Prohibition may be a failure, but you never hear of a man being arrested for driving a car while under the influence of the Volstead act. Never say "cannot," but take the fruit out of the "can" and preserve it. MAYBE! In Kansas City, Mrs. Lorene Caldwell sued a railroad, claiming her weight ($220 pounds) is due to one of her endocrine glands being injured in an accident. She says she weighed only 160 before the engine hit her, two years ago. The jury awarded her $1000. Many slim women would give a lot for a slight bump on this particular endocrine gland—probably the pituitary gland at the base of the brain. It regulates height and weight. Maybe gland doctors will make our descendants fat or slender, tall or short, by stimulating or "calming" the pituitary. TOM SIMS SUGGESTS The lighter electric irons do not damage the wall or knock a husband out like the heavy ones. Miss Grace Haskins is 22 and a film producer, but some movies indicate there are producers 30 years younger. After calling a man a liar you often find you missed your calling. We are offering odds on Christmas weather today. 1 to 2 on a sunny Christmas. 2 to 1 on a wet Christmas. 1 to 4 on a windy Christmas. 10 to 1 on crowded stores Saturday afternoon at 5:10. You shouldn't have waited this long to shop. The Christmas postcards have been picked over badly. And yet the dogs of war who start it are little more annoying than those who are made big dogs by it. Drat it. This every-day and in every way business catches us with a fall box of yeast tablets on hand. The world isn't really growing better. It just seems that way because you don't hear the word "Sweetie" so much. It may be an inherent taste for martyrdom that causes a woman dressed that way to smile in the face of a north wind. "Electric warming pads for the feet." Respectfully called to the attention of officials intimidated by the Klan. Some things you must do alone, but in putting over a compliment you are ably assisted by the other fellow's vanity. When the ad. refers to her latest release, you don't know whether it means a seven-reel feature of a discarded husband. Dempsey can't understand why Alexander went for more worlds to conquer. Al's meal ticket was safe fight or no fight. Your wife may not be as pretty as a movie star, but there is some consolation in the fact that she doesn't get marred so often. Correct this sentence: "We are too hard up this year," said the wife, "and I don't want you to get me a thing for Christmas." They are talking of enlarging our postoffice. Lessee. Isn't that where they store confiscated licker? It is most appropriate, of course, that Tony Sarg's Marionettes should be shown at the Punch and Judy Theatre, and that quaint house helps to create the proper atmosphere. But atmosphere or not, the Marionettes are so worth seeing that I would forego many a play acted by human beings for the sake of two hours at "Don Quixote," how being played by them. The play lends itself admirably to the peculiar artistry of the puppet show, and it is an ideal holiday entertainment. "Day by day in every way", more and more surprising things are happening. New York is about to adopt electric cars in which a sign automatically appears in electric lights on the front of the car announcing "car full", when the stated number of passengers are packed within; and then the car will make no more stops until some one gets off. It is the first time anyone has had the herdhood to suggest that a trolley car might get full, and it's going to be an awful blow to the conductors whose favorite cry is "Plenty of room up front". MY AUTO-RY My auto, "Tis of thee, Short road to poverty, of thee I chant; I blowed a lot of dough On you eight years ago.Now you refuse to go. Or won't or can't. "They will never rest content," says Lloyd George, "as long as millions of their fellow countrymen are under a foreign yolk on the other side of the Rhine." 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