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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

The two alienists appointed by the court last Tuesday to study the san- ity of James Sullivan. one of the accused in the Isabelle Lituwaitis assault case. were reported to have visited Sullivan at the county jail at New Haven yesterday where the sanity tests were administered. The commission appointed by Judge AL fred c. Baldwin at request of Att torney A. Henry Weisman, Sullivan's counsel consists of pr R. l.. Leak. superintendent of the state asylum for the insane at Middletown and Dr Max Mailhouse, noted alienist of New Haven.
 It was not learned what results the doctors received from their tests of Sullivan, this information being expected to be withheld until court is reopened next Tuesday morning. The doctors finding will be the first lsatter to come before the court when trial of the case is resumed. It is expected that this report will play an important role in the argu- ments of counsel in the case.
 Since both the states side and the side of the accused have rested as far as further evidence is concerned nothing remains but the arguments of counsel. It is believed that Att torney Weisman will be the first to open the arguments for the defense providing the alienists' report is un-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
Famous School
 Band Here Friday
Guests of St Margarets Parochial Schoo-Stage Con=
 cert and Dance

will stage a concert here under the auspices of the Children of Mary so- ciety of St Margaret's parish. Danc- ing will follow the concert.
 Formal announcement of the bands visit to Waterbury was made about a week ago and resulted inn mediately in big demand for tick cts. The concert is expected to prove one of the most popular events of the parish of the year. There has been a big demand for matinee performance for the benefit of the children exclusively. A formal an- nouncement will be made shortly on tEis arrangement. During their stay in Waterbury members of the band will be the guests of the parishoners of St Margaret's church.
 Committees formed of members of the Children of Mary society are making all the necessary arrange ments. Judging by the interest manifested by the youngsters of the society it is more than likely that one or two of the parochial schools of the city will seriously consider the plan of organizing bands mod eled after that of the visiting organ ization.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
OBITUARY

CLARK-Mrs Nellie M. Clark, wife of Robert B. Clark of 25 Englewood avenue, died this morn ing at the Waterbury hospital. She was born in Bridgewater, but for the past ten years made her home in this city coming here from Wood- bury. She was a communicant of Christ chapel.
 Mrs Clark leaves besides her hus band, one son, Professor Harry H. Clark of Madison, Wis; two daugh- ters, Mrs Frank H. Schoonmaker of Danbury and Mrs William Bur- ton of Woodbury; six grandchildren, also one sister, Mrs William Baldwin of Thomaston; two half brothers, Edward Allen of Bethel and Grover Allen of Bridgewater; one half sister, Mrs George w. Warner of New Milford.
 The body was removed to the Alderson funeral home, 70 Central avenue from where the funeral will o'clock to Christ chapel and burial will be in New Milford.
 DAVIS-David Henry Davis, aged 6S years, of 197 Maple street died at the Waterbury hospital last even- ing after lingering illness. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs Clara Esther Dais; one grandson, Charles Augustus and one granddaughter, Mary Helen. He was a well known member of the Waterbury lodge Of colored Elks.
 The body was removed to the funeral home of Arthur Lunny. 20 Central avenue. Funeral arrange ments will be announced later.
 LAVALLE-Blanch Evelyn La- valle, aged 10 years. daughter of MT and Mrs Ovid Lavalle of 2S9 River street, died at her home last night following a lingering illness. Besides her parents, she leaves one brother. Arthur and two sisters, Doris and Aldia. She was a pupil in the fifth grade at St Anne's school.
 The funeral will be held Monday morning at S:30 o'clock and to St Anne's church at 9 o'clock.
 HIGGINS-Mrs Margaret Higgins, wife of John D. Higgins. died last evening Nat her home 96 Bunker Hill avenue after long illness. She is survived by one daughter Helen: one sister, Mrs Charles Babin and one brother. John Meaney.
 Mrs Higgins was a native of Port land but for the past 45 years had resided in this city. She was very we'll known and highly respected especially in the Bunker Hill section where she lived.
 The funeral will be held Monday morning to the Blessed Sacrament church where a solemn mass of re- quiem will be celebrated at a time to be announced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

than 75,000 students.
 The various accrediting agencies have only recently set up standards which a junior college must meet. The Junior College, of Connecticut is one of only two junior colleges that has met the tests set by the New England Association of Colleges and Secondary schools. It has also met the test of the American Medical association, and now membership ;n- vitation comes from the American Council on Education, which is a national organization coordinating the regional associations and setting up standards for junior colleges and secondary schools.
 The trustees and officers of the Junior College of Connecticut are being congratulated on the schools latest honor. :.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
And Here's the
 Cats Meow

Found guilty of cruelty to a neighbours cat, Albert Kleshavich, 19, of 1O3 Sunnyside avenue, was fined $5 and costs when arraigned before Judge Theodore V. Meyer in city court this morning. Albert denied he mistreated the cat and alleged his younger brother, JO- seph simply pushed the cat from the veranda because the cat was filthy" The woman owner of the cat, who did not disclose her name, claimed Albert kicked her pet and struck it with q rake, so that when it returned home it showed cuts about the head and had one eye missing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
Son of Bishop
 Cannon Appeals
 From Conviction

Los Angeles, April 11.-(UP)- The. appellate department of the su- perior court took under considera- tion the appeal of Richard M. Can non, son of Bishop James Cannon. Jr. from his conviction on a charge of violating the state labor law.
 Mrs Phyllis Case, teacher, charged he failed to pay her $30 salary for work at the military school he op- erated. Cannon is at liberty on bail.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
Junior College In
 Education Council
Connecticut College One of Two Only Secondary
 Schools to Meet N. E. Assn College Tests

Bridgeport, Conn, April 1.-The Junior College of Connecticut has been invited to become member of the American Council on Educa- tion, according to announcement today by E.. Everett Cartwright, president of the college.
 It is only recently that any jun- for colleges were given membership recognition by the American yCoun- cil on education, and it is only re- gently that junior colleges have be- come regular members of our edu- cational system. In the last twenty years, however, 436 have sprung up in the United States, enrolling more
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
IOWA HAS ONE.
 KIND OF CHAMPION

Council Bluffs, Ia, April 11-(UP) |-E. T. Waterman, pioneer car
 riage-maker, is the worlds cham pion Keeper" his neighbors say. Waterman has shoe blackinG brush which he purchased in Stur- gis, Mich, in 1868 and for which he paid 90 cents; an umbrella which he has had 51 years and a clock giv- en in payment of a debt ten years ago.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

The State Master Plumbers asso- ciation will assemble in Eagles hall this afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Dele gates from all over the state will be in attendance. The program in- cludes a two-act play entitled "How to Make More Profits"
 In the evening, P. W. Donaghue of Boston, vice-president of the Con-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

The appearance here next Friday evening of St Thomas school band of Fairfield, Conn, promises to be an event of citywide interest. The youngsters forming one of the out standing musical organizations of the state and winners of many notable prizes in competitive contests will be the guests of the students of St Mar garets parochial school as we'll as the members of that congregation. The band, numbering fifty pieces,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
SPRING SERGES

SMART RvICEA BL E SERGES for the business man. There is nothing on the market to equal them. In wearing quail ties, in keeping their shape, col- our and smart appearance, they are absolutely unapproachable
 Because they are made of the finest yarns, by the most expert weavers, and dyed with absolute ly fast dyes which are guaran- teed to retain their colour in any weather.
 William J. Mahon's Serges will repay you every time. They give those who wear them that in- deAnable ell-dressed" appear ance that is so difficult to attain and impossible of attainment where an inferior material is used. They thus reflect credit on any business man and help him wonderfully in his business.
 Grey, Blue and Black
 all weights
 Note:-We are designing and cutting the new Spring Models the most distinguished of the newest styles. And at comfort able prices appropriate to the times. w. J. M. New SalesroOms and Shop Now
 Open for the Spring Season
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
Master Plumbers
 Banquet Tonight
Delegates From All Parts of State to Gather for Annual
 Program

necticut Master Plumbers Bowling league will be the guest of honor at banquet in the Elton. This ses- sion will convene at 2 o'clock. x
 The local committee in charge of the arrangements consists of John A. Bennett, Bernard x. Keefe, James H, Lowe and Harvey Pelletier.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
Gaultieri Photo.

Mrs Chase Kimball will be the speaker at the April meeting of the Waterbury Junior league. Her sub ject will be the League of Nations. The meeting is to be held Monday at 12:45 o'clock at the Waterbury Country club.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
ACRES OF STRAWBERRIES

Tennino. Wash, April 11.-(UP) There will be plenty of straw berries around here this summer. Three thousand acres will be in bearing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

Miss Pauline Grenier, of South Main street, entertained the mem- bers of The Happy -Go-Lucky Girls at her home on Thursday evening. Singing and dancing were enjoyed. after which a delicious luncheon was served. Miss Grenier's guests were: Catherine Cook, Simonne Des- chene, Adrienne Arcand, Juliette Ha mel, Alice Morrissey and Alma M.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

Salem, Ore. April II. (JP)-The saddle is one up on golf. Governor Julius L. Meier has given up the links to take up horseback riding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11
FUNERALS

The funeral services for Mrs Emma (Frey) Schoonmaker of SS4 North Main street will be held on Monday morning at 10:30 o'clock a. her home and at II o'clock at Trin- ity church, Rev Henry Baldwin Todd officiating. Burial will be in Waterville cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

this city April 10, 1881
 Blanche Evelyn Lavalle of 239 River
 St. Funeral Monday morning 8:30 o'clock to St Anne's church at 9
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

this city April il. 1881 Mrs Nellie RI. Clark of 25 Englewood Ave. Funeral Monday afternoon at 1:3O o'clock to Christ chapel. Burial in New Milford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

this city April 10, 1881 David Henry Davis of 197 Maple St Funeral arrangements to be an- nounced later.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

this city April 10, 1881 Mrs Margaret Higgins of 96 Bunker Hill Ave. Funeral Monday morning, time to be announced later. to Blessed Sacrament church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-11

New SalesrOoms and Shop Now
 Open for the Spring Season
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

Farm Bureau Federation, and
G. B. Denman, member of the
Federal Farm Board, represent
ing the livestock division, are
on the program.
The annual banquet, always
a feature of the yearly parley,
will be held at the Southern
Hotel the night of January z
and at that time Governor
Richie will formally announce
the winner of the Statewide
beauty contest which will have
been held the previous night in
connection with the annual ball
at the Lord Baltimore. The
Governor will present a trophy
to miss Maryland Farm Blu
reau" who will be chosen out of
sixteen contestants represent
ing an equal number of counties
of Maryland. Preliminary tilts
have been staged by various
county farm bureaus and the
several winners will enter the
State contest.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

her dear father and mother and the
songs and the Yule logI
Mother" said Florian, "fsn't it
nearly time to start for the cathe-
dral?'
''Not yet" she replied. "You must
be patient a while longer. Come and
help me give little sister her supper.
Just. as soon as the sun sets you will
hear the cannons boom forth and the
Holy Season will begin. Soon after
that we shall start because we want
to get a good place in the cathedral
tonight"
It was hard for Florian to wait.
This was the first time he had been
allowed to go to the church services
on Holy Night. Always he had seen
the others go to this most important
church event, but he had had to re-
main at home. Now the time had come
for him to enter into the ceremonies,
and he could hardly wait to start.
To the children living in Rome this
Holy Night service is the most won
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25
FARM BUREAU
FEDERATION

Agricultural experts promi-
nent in State and national
fields will address annual cor
vention of the Maryland Farm
Bureau Federation which, it
is anticipated by Secretary
Frank M. Payne, will be attend
ed by representative farmers
and farm women from the
twenty-three counties at the
Lord Baltimore Hotel, Balti-
more, January 6, z, and s.
Arthur L. Hyde, Secretary of
Agriculture; Governor Albert
C. Richie, M. S. Winder, ex-
ecutive secretary of the Ameri-
can Farm Bureau Federation.
DIR. Raymond A. Pearson. presi-
dent of the University of Mary
land; DR.. Thomas B. Symons,
director Of the Extension Ser
vice of the University of Mary
land; Melvin Stewart, former
Secretary Of the Maryland
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25
Sunday Talkies For Charitry

The Mayor and City Council of
Havre de Grace, through the kind
ness of the owners of the State
Theatre will give charity peyfor-
nance in that town on Sunday,
December 81.
The porgram will be Bebe Daniels
in For The Honor of the Family"
The doors will be opened at 2 o'clock
in the afternoon and continuous
performance will be given until IL
o'clock P. M.
There will be no expense what
ever in connection with the enter
talnment, as the management of the
Theatre will donate the use of the
film and all employees will donate
their services. The entire proceeds
wiz be given to the Community
Fund for the relief of the unemploy-
ed of Havre de Grace.
1t is expected the receipts for the
day will add between $500 and $500
to the fund.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25
A CHRISTMAS FEAST

GHRISTMAS customs differ in
~ different parts of the world
but the Christmas feast is uni
versal. Whether you believe that
Santa Claus makes his annual
rounds on Sleipner. the old horse
of Dutch mythology, and places
presents in little wooden shoes;
whether you believe in the Ger
man Kriss Kringle who hides
away gifts all over the house;
whether you believe in Bonhomme
Noel who brings good things to
the children Of France; or
whether you believe in Santa
Claus at all-the fact remains you
believe in feasting.
If you like the early English
setting for your Christmas dinner,
and you will find it very delight
full one, decorate the room with
mistletoe, holly and ivy. On the
table arrange tall candles set in
brass, iron, or pewter candlesticks.
At each place, put a copy of some
of the delightful old English
carols and beside it a tiny lighted
candle, and have all your guests
season the entertainment with
song.
The feast is most important, and
you will find this menu very salts
factory. The recipes, designed to
serve eight persons, are tested,
and the results delicious.
Holly CGnGpes: Saute rounds
Of bread lightly in olive oil or
butter. Moisten deviled ham with
mayonnaise and spread thickly
over the rounds, making it thinner
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

/ The contestants will be-
Marguerite Hubbard, Of Hur-
lock, Miss Dorchester County; i
Cornelia DeWilde of Prestons
Miss Caroline; Alberta Moles-
worth, Mt. Airy, Miss Howard;l
Mary A. Weagley, Millersvilles
Miss Anne Arundel; Eleanor
1. Wilson, Pylesvill, Miss Har-
ford; Stella S. McGrady, Rising
Sun, Miss Cecil; Louise Nor
ris, Chestertown, Miss Kent Il
Eudora Sheridan, Easton, Miss
Talbot; Dorothy, F. Keith.
Centerville, Miss Queen Anne:l
Laura Mae Chesser, POGO
moke City, Miss Worcester;i
Florence e. Wimbrow, Par-
sonburg, Miss Wicomico; MARI
garet M. Poffenberger, Keedys-
vile, Miss Washington county;i
E. Frances Ruby, Middletowns
Miss Frederick; Helen Jorden.
Shane, Miss Baltimore; Naomi
Shoemaker, Westminster, Miss
Carroll, and Alice A. Darby,
Rockville, Miss Montgomery.
In addition to the discussion
of important problems by
various groups affiliated with
the State federation an impress
sive number Of entertainment
features have been arranged
both for delegates and beauty
contestants during their visit
to the Maryland metropolis.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25
|CIIRISTMASDAY.
n OTHER LANDS.
~ louise Hastinec

It was Christmas, the service would
be more beautiful than ever.
After this early service was over,
Jacko's mother said, "Now you may
join the children who are to parade
the street, my child. Do you hear the
music?"
Did he hear the music? He GER
tainly did! It was a real band at the
head of the procession, and Jacko
couldn't get into line quick enough.
Elbow beautiful the flowers are!''
he thought to himself as the process
sion of children and flowers and mu-
sic began it's march through the
streets, ''and how happy everybody
looks !"
The afternoon was devoted to feast
ing and games and many kinds of en-
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

boil until nearly tender, drain,
cool and then remove the centers,
leaving a thin cup. Chop the
onion centers, add the contents of
one S-ounce can of diced beets
and one-half cup of dry crumbs
which have been Drowned in four
tablespoons Of butter. Stuff the
onion cups with this mixture, and
cover with one-half cup more of
buttered crumbs. Surround the
onions in a baking dish with stock
or with a cup of water in which
one chicken bouillon cube has
been dissolved. Bake in a mod
crate oven, 375 degrees for forty
five minutes or until tender. Basic
occasionally.
IstdiGn Nut Pudding: Scald two
cups of evaporated milk and two
cups Of water in the top part of a
double boiler. Add one-half cup of
cornmeal, and stir for five min
utes. Let cook for five minutes
more, then remove and cool
slightly. Add one cup of molasses,
one teaspoon salt, one teaspoon
allspice, one-half teaspoon ginger,
one-fourth cup Of butter and two
beaten eggs. Then add one cup Of
chopped canned walnuts and pour
into a buttered baking dish and
bake, uncovered, in a low oven
until a knife thrust in, comes out
eleanor cook for forty-five to
sixty minutes in a 325 degree
oven. Stir occasionally during the
first ten minutes to keep the nuts
from sinking. Serve hot or cold
with cream.$
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

joyment, but to JACKIE the best part
of the Christmas day was the floral
parade, and for weeks and weeks he
lived over again his marching with
the other children, and he could hear
the wonderful echo of the band long
after the Christmas day and it's cele-
bration had passed.
Father" asked little Marie, when
will Pere Noel come? May l sit up
and greet him?''
"No, no, child. No little folks must
greet Pere Noel" replied her father.
go over by the great log and keep
very quiet. If you are good this
Christmas eve Pere Noel will send
down sugar plums in the night"
"When shall l put my shoes beside
the Yule log, Father? Is it time now?"
asked little Marie, who was impa-
tient to have her part of the evenings
festivities begin.
''Put your shoes by the great log
when you go to bed, but keep very
quiet now and listen to the older peo-
pie sing their carols. Here come the
minstrels to join with u.s." answered
her father as he patted her on the
head and smiled into her upturned
eyes.
Keeping as quiet as her excited lit
tie heart would allow her, Marie
watched the burning of the huge oak
log and wondered many things. All
around her was merriment and song,
but she wanted the sugar plums that
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

Cider and Apple Ice: Mix to-
gether the contents of one H.
ounce can Of apple sauce, two and
one-half cups cider, one-third cup
of sugar and two tablespoons Of
lemon juice. Soak one teaspoon
of gelatin in four tablespoons Of
cold water, then melt over hot
water and add. Freeze the mix
ture to a mush, add one beaten
egg white, and freeze hard. Serve
with the goose.
Onions 10Th Beet StrTing: Skin
eight medium Spanish onions.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

Pere Noel would bring If she were
good, so she kept as silent as it was
possible. But she wasn't silent In
side, not bit Of it! She was just
about bubbling over with joy and hap
piness, and all Of the time she was
thinking Of the sugar plums which
she hoped to find in her shoes, and
the Christmas gifts which she would
receive on the morrow and again on
the New Years day. oh, it was a
wonderful night, and she was glad
that she belonged right there with
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

derful one of all. There is the beau
tiful church music to be heard, and
the whole service is very magnificent.
Florian's heart beat fast as he thought
of all he was going to see and hear.
Hank! What was that noise? The
cannons were boomingl "Shall we go
now, Mother?" he asked.
Eyes, Florian," she replied, taking
him by the hand tenderly. 1--WE will
join the crowds on their way to the
great cathedral and have a part in
the great service" And little Florian
was SO happy he could hardly speak.
st - : Western Newspaper uniop.l
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

Christmas celebration. "There go the
bells, Mother" he called. "Shall go
now and meet the other children who
win be in the parade?"
''No, child" his mother answered.
~First we must go to the service.
That is more important than the for
al procession"
Jacko took his mothers hand and
together they went to the church. He
always loved that, and today. because
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

at the edges. Select very tiny
leaves from a bunch of watercress
and, using a toothpick, press the
short stems into the mixture all
around the edges Ut the rounds,
giving a holly wreath effect. At
intervals dot with holly berries"
cut from bits of pinliento. Sprinkle
finely chopped egg white, using
hard-cooked eggs, over the center
Of the rounds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1931-12-25

sTNOO pretty to throw AWAY"
Il we say when we open those
decorative tin boxes which
guarded so effectively our Christ
mas fruit cake or our Christmas
candies. So we go on saving them
to hold everything under the sun
-handkerchiefs, gloves, puppy
dogs, cravats, odds and ends and
elephants.
They Are Useful
And soon, because the cakes are
SO gooc and the candies so SUI
perior we find ourselves with
more pretty boxes than we have
puppy dogs and cravats. Don't
store them away waiting for a
nice little elephant to come along
which will just fit-but instead
press them into service right away.