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Show LEHI FRESS PRESS, LEI 1 1, UTAH YoTlHAT itish Faces Battle to Retain Position i R e T le snaa LESTINEl BRITAIN'S AFRICA TROUBLE Mlu WkanJtauiSyMtMii I mi Brikia'i F Em I Against V X--M w krt Brlltla rtf. f m Wlw Gmw) ru of audited colonlti. SPOTS Trouble Spots Draw London's Attention in Desperate ive Effort to Appease Dictators and Still Maintain World Supremacy By JOSEPH W. LaBINE world empire in history has eventually been threateEvery ned by disintegration. It happened to Alexander the Great, to Rome and to Spain. Today it is happening to Great Britain. Obviously any alliance of world powers like that of Germany, into conflict with the Italy and Japan must run smack-ban- g British Empire, whose tentacles reach from London into every cranny of the globe. Such is the case in China, Africa ar-flu- and Palestine. Moreover the United King-lonow hears demands for ndependence from her colo-liewho no longer cringe in ear of the shaggy lion. Once m s, Deprived of its rail connection to interior China, and with Chinese merchants intent on boycotting Japane- Canton, Hongkong bids fair to become a ghost city. African Colonies Important. vassal-lik- e possessions have grown Britain's second trouble zone is lp and learned to assert themsAfrica, where Germany demands elves. Two examples are Eire, return of the colonies mandated to vhich has already won a large the United following the neasure of freedom, and India, the World war. Kingdom These include Tanganvorld's No. 1 problem child. yika, British Cameroons and BritThis Twentieth century territorial ish Togoland, all held directly by ctopus springs from a seafaring London, and Southwest Africa, mannother country, whose sons went dated to the British Union of South brth to trade and came home with Africa. in amazing empire. Mostly they Economically, most of these colacquired it not by aggression, but by onies are useless to the empire but ust happening to be handy when it their strategic value is something "ell into their hands. else. Tanganyika gave Britain a connecting link between East AfriImportance of Navy Wanes. ca and South Africa, across which The United Kingdom is held toother by no stronger a cohesive she hopes some day to build a Cape to Cairo railroad. Moreover, the brce than some 3,000 commercial and the world's largest navy, British realize that Germany could ihips colonies as naval nit this has been enough to make use the war-loreat Britain a referee of inter-lation- and air bases, and that African posaffairs. In such a position sessions would give the Reich an ;he has sometimes been strong and excuse for building up her navy. iggressive, but her star may now This is a danger London is anxious to avoid. d )e dimming. Since 1933 she has The most likely trouble spot is a steady series of diplomatic iefeats to appease Germany, Italy Southwest Africa, which alone of e German possessions is the ind Japan, rather than face the ;tark realities of the situation and desirable for colonization. stand her ground Moslems Unite. firmly. This is he traditional British way of doing Palestine, the third problem, is a hings, a trait personified by Prime battleground for Arabs and Jews. Minister Neville Chamberlain. Its modern history goes back to the The United Kingdom now faces World war, when Britain enlisted rouble at rive vital spots. None is Arab support against Turkey, promnore important than Hongkong, ising the Moslems control over Palvhich for 90 years has been the estine as payment. But after the iase of Britain's economic opera-ion- s war, when Britain won a mandate in the Far East. During that over Palestine, she established part eriod of all China's for- of the Holy Land as a national eign trade found inlet and outlet home for world Jewry. hrough the tiny island port which The resultant battle between Heies a scant 30 miles from Chinese and Arabs has been bitter brews anton. From here to the interior and has placed London in an ununs the Canton-Kowloo- n railroad, comfortable position. First, by supointly owned by the British and porting the Jewish cause, she faces hinese. g conflict with Germany Started With Manchukuo. and Italy, both of which are now Britain's economic grip on China trying to make their nations 100 per s first threatened in 1931 when cent "Aryan." Moreover, Britain's tepan began her two-yebattle to forced hostility toward the Arabs is capture Manchukuo. In 1936 the fomenting a nationalistic feeling in ianger became more acute when the Moslem world. fapan turned to Shanghai, for years As a ruler of Moslems in Palestine he base of British trade in north-;r- n and elsewhere, Britain is thereby China. Though the tremendous-- y cutting her own throat. But her priimportant Yangtze river was sub- mary interest in Palestine is not sequently closed, Britain's trade reArabs or Jews but rather the Holy named substantially safe until a Land's strategic importance as a ew weeks ago when Japan sudden- connecting link between her ems' captured Canton and severed the pires to the west and the east. It railroad. lies along vital air and sea routes Although Hongkong has been which she must preserve. nade impregnable against possible Indian Question Unsolved. Japanese invasion, these precautTrouble spot No. 4. is India, little ions seem pointless in view of the in today's headlines bementioned :'ty's death as a trading center. outbreaks are all nationalistic cause of too commonplace in this richest all lands. India offers the United threat to Kingdom no immediate is an her empire security, yet it whole to the adds that sore ugly of London's embarrassment. of the India contains every represents world's population, and is religious and political creed, se-owned st al suf-ere- one-tim- one-four- th -- -- Jew-hatin- ar nton-Kowloon one-fift- " I . i ' f ' If a mixture of at least 20 races that speak some 220 languages and dialects. It is obviously impossible to satisfy such a people, nor is the new "home rule" constitution a very attempt to satisfy them. Under it, all real power is vested in British provincial governors who can veto what few actions the legislatures are empowered to take. Moreover they rule by decrees when legislatures are not sitting and can disband the sessions at will. Although Mahatma Gandhi is no longer a leading force in Indian nationalization agitation, he has been succeeded by an equally strong chieftain, Jawaharlal Nehru, who is leading the battle to have the constitution abolished. Difficult though Britain's position may be, it is to be deplored that she has not made a more aggressive attempt to make peace in India. This responsibility is especially incumbent in view of the pot of gold that the empire has discovered in India. Since 1600 Britons have waxed rich in the Indian trade. Today the country is Engh land's best customer, buying of all her manufactured exports. Out of each dollar in revenue collected by the Indian government, 27 cents is spent in England, although England contributes less than 2 cents. one-tent- Eire Seeks Plebiscite. The final trouble spot is Eire, just across the Irish channel from England proper. At the end of this year Great Britain will lose its last shred of control over the largest part of Ireland, which has an area about the size of Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Under Eamon de the southern portion of the island has waged a successful battle for nationalization and is now attempting to increase its sway by taking possession of Ulster. This latest development follows Mr. Chamberlain's pronouncement in fafor Euvor of ropean minorities. He was immediVal-er- a, ately pounced upon by Mr. De Val-erwho said that should also hold good for Ireland. If he has his way, Mr. De Valera will conduct a plebiscite in Ulster. Four of the six counties, almost entirely Protestant, will probably vote to join with Catholic Eire, the religious difference being forgotten under pressure of Eire's economic grasp on the island. Such is the string of Great Brita, ain's troubles and liabilities across the empire on which, it was once boasted, the sun never sets. If Mr. Chamberlain's policy of dictator appeasement is continued, observers believed these liabilities will indeed be lessened, that the empire will begin a steady process of internal de- cay in which one collapse will follow another. Offsetting this fear is the growing English opinion against Chamberlain conservatism, a movement which found expression last policy of year in the Anthony Eden, former secretary of state for foreign affairs. Mr. Eden is back in private life now, but repercussions against Mr. Chamberlain's "peace" of Munich are mounting every week and many Englishmen see hope for a new government with a stronger chin. anti-dictat- 4 Western Newspaper Union. S Unfortunately, statistics show that the common cold and other ailments similar greatly increase in number directly after the first of the year. That is also the period when we find more suffering people from fatigue than at anv other sea-ptson- Both condi-- i tions are frequent- t V I J ly traceable to faulty habits of eating and faulty hygiene during the holiday season. The person who is forewarned is usually forearmed. Therefore, every homemaker who has the in terests of her family at heart should plan, now, to arrange ac tivities so that strain and fatigue will be reduced to a minimum. And more specifically, she should see to it that she formulates a sound eating program. Far too many people, at this season of the year, suffer the ill effects of lowered resistance brought about by unwise eating and by over eating. Overeating: of a poorly chosen diet is inadvisable at any time because it tends to overburden the digestive system. But it is par ticularly undesirable daring the winter season when almost every one tends to stay too long indoors, frequently in overheated rooms, and to take too little outdoor exercise. Regularity in eating a carefully balanced diet, containing sufficient bulky foods to help promote regular health habits, is of the utmost importance if resistance is to be maintained at a high peak during the holiday season. LNlW' ;t (left), current appear champion of theThin program ,s ment policy. opposed bv folloirer of Anthony Eden (ripht), former secretary .tale in charge of foreign no truck affairs, who trill hate with dictators. ber, the children's diet requires extra thought and care. Too close confinement indoors and the lack of sunshine may easily have an adverse effect upon the temper and vitality of young children. Then, too, the excitement of anticipating Christmas is bound to add to their general fatigue. Children seldom complain of fa tigue, which makes it all the more necessary for mothers to be on guard against, or to look for, the first intimation that it may exist. A child who is tired is very apt to be irritable. More than likely his appetite will be poor, and when he does eat, he may not be able to care properly for the food he takes. You may find, if you al low him to become overtired or feed him unaccustomed foods, that it will be a struggle to get him to bed, and even then he may not sleep soundly. And it is gen erally recognized that disturbed sleep, plus unwise eating, may have most unfortunate conse quences. menu-plannin- over-emphas- is 1 1 ITU Houston Goudlu 1938 41. ACTS FAST TO BRING RELIEF FROM COLDS This Simple Way Eases Pain with Amazing Speed L To mm pain and dlaoomfort and ra doc fever take 1 Barer Tableta drink aflaaa of water, 2. If throat b law from cold, eraaa and diaaolT I Bare Tftbleia In H flue of water gargl ... Use Genuine BAYER Aspirin the Moment Your Cold Starts The simple way pictured above often brings amazingly fast relief from discomfort and sore throat accompanying colds. Try it Then see your doctor. He probably will tell you to continue with liayer Aspirin because it acts so fast to relieve discomforts of a cold. And to reduce fever. This simple way, backed by scientific authority, has largely supplanted the use of strong medicines in easing cold symptoms. Perhaps the easiest, most effective way yet discovered. But make sure you get genuine UAYJfc.lt Aspirin. 1 FULL DOZEN 2Se Gradual Learning The chief art of learning Is to When Washing White Silk. Add attempt but little at a time. EverOvercoat for Garden. a little milk to the rinsing water. Locke. an excellent make green boughs winter protection for gardens. This will help prevent discoloraThey are light, do not mat and do tion. not weight down plants such as Seasonings Are Important. In madonna lilies and do not retain stew it is best to have a variety of Do Luden's do mor too much moisture. seasonings, with no one too much than relieve? in evidence. Herbs, parsley, celAlStove. Cleaning Porcelain ery, grated carrots end onions can ways allow a porcelain-toppebe used alone or in combination. stove to cool before washing it. If washed while it is warm the porYes, their added alkaAging Fireplace. If you have celain is apt to crack. Use a mild brick around your fireplace or line factor belps build soap, warm water and a soft cloth. flagstone hearth try rubbing it upyour alkaline reserve. With a little rubbing the stove will with oil applied on a soft cloth be easily cleaned. isricK treated in sucn a manner will have a more seasoned ap Replace Worn Casters. Inspect pearance. MENTHOL COUGH DROPS the casters on your furniture. They may be tearing holes in your rugs because they are broken or nnasE ORI d worn. Do You Know That Cleaning Cooking Utensils. Use a solution of washing soda to remove foods that have been burned onto enamel cooking utensils. CillMsolvesf thethe 1FEST Chair. feeding problem for babies! Children and An inexpen- for sive but attractive easy-chaa girl's bedroom may be made from an ordinary folding garden The plain wooden or deck-chai- r. frame shouM be painted with enamel in any suitable shade, and the canvas seat covered with or replaced by a cover made from chintz or cretonne to match the curtains or bedspread. A small cushion covered with the same material should be hung by neat loops from the top of the chair back. tool Grown-up- s ir A Mrs. S. M. B. Your letter was the first of a large number I received on the subject and I am therefore answering you, though my renly is also directed to all the others who have inquired concerning a recent announcement that cereals might be harmful to the teeth. I have seen reports on this subject by two investigators and I know that other investigators ara now endeavoring to check their work. As soon as there is further progress to report, I shall be glad to comment. In the meantime, I would not hesitate to follow the advice of leading nutritionists and givt your children cereals, at least half of which may well be served in the whole grain form. IrORUTAIUETS Items of Interest to the Housewife AROUND the HOUSE A Bedroom WASTED: 4 LEW Hi ain't old school of diplomacy find n voice in Prime Umler Questions Answered The Ideal Holiday Diet Holiday or no holiday, both chil dren and adults should have at least two fruits daily, one of which should be a citrus fruit or tomatoes, to help provide adequate vitamin C; there should be two vegetables besides potatoes, one of which should be of the green, leafy variety; an egg daily, or at least three or four weekly; a quart of milk for every child, and a pint for each adult. If your meals are built on this foundation, there will be less room for the rich heavy foods which should only be taken in modera-ion- , and after you have helped to satisfy the appetite with the protective foods. By making a point of eating generously of fruits and Keeping Body Machinery Efficient vegetables, and by including a One should always remember crisp raw salad in the daily diet, that the body is a machine work- you will be much more apt to coning as regularly and as accurately sume sufficient bulk or cellulose as a clock. Any good mechanic to help maintain regular health knows that a fine mechanism re- habits. quires the same type of care day Christmas Confections in and day out. Homemakers, We can scarcely speak of the too, should remember that the body does not function differently holiday diet, particularly where just because we celebrate a holi- children are concerned, without customs. Thus, saying a word about Christmas day with age-ol- d to keep every member of the fam- confections and other goodies. ily well and rested, try not to al- These are a part of the holiday low the holiday celebrations to up- tradition. No homemaker would set the ordinary routine of your wish to deprive her family of such household. pleasures, but it does devolve Late breakfasts, heavy dinners, upon her to simplify the other and suppers taken at odd hours meals in the day so that her childo not constitute the best possible dren do not suffer when they eat The unfortunate a large holiday dinner. on rich foods on Similarly, she should make it re- - her responsibility to either pre- occasions may easily special h Seville Chamberlain well-balance- d To begin with, she is busied with the hundred and one details of Christmas shopping, the planning of holiday entertainments . . . and the preparation of extra 'food for parties. Secondly, the health and mm. $ fort of every member of the suit in digestive disturbance, unfamily depend to a consider- less treat care Is taken to avoid able degree upon how they dietetic indiscretions, and to eat and what foods she serves maintain always the ideal of a balanced ration. during the weeks between now and January first. Child's Diet Especially Important Duing the dark days of Decem Lowered Resistance Guard mm V 1 By C. HOUSTON GOUDISS HE advent of the holiday season marks the beginning of one of the most difficult periods of the entire year for the homemaker. HONG KONG J pare the special Christmas treats from ingredients which she knows to be pure and wholesome, or to purchase them from a reliable source. If these goodies are then given to children at the end of a meal, and not indiscriminately between meals, thert should not be the upset digestions. that make Christmas a bugbear to some mothers instead of the joyous occasion it should be. By following out these sugges tions, you can help your family to enjoy the holidays without regret. You will feel fit and yflur good health will be the basis of good cheer. Houston Goudiss Counsels Wise Eating During the Holiday Season C. r l and! EAT and WHY Fw things babies, children ups at brsakfast tims theaa. cold morning than a steaming bowl of this oars fully blended wheat cereal I Try a bowlful of this piping hot porridgs with cream and sugar today A surpriss awaits you Cooks in firs minutes or grown I mors delicioua for -- 1 Contains no undigestible fibre I MONTANA CEREAL CO. Btnmg, Montana |