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The Washington times., 1931-03-28
JERITZA HAS
GAY GARB FOR
"TOSCA"

Jeritza famous star Of the
Metropolitan Opera, who opens
the opera season here as '"Tosca,
in Puccini's great opera Of that
name, is also famous for the
stunning costumes she wears In
this role. For Tosca is a true cos
tune part. The Statuesque beauty
of this Viennese prima donna
lends itself admirably to the
directoire mode Of this period and
whether it be in the opening
church scene Of the opera or the
dramatic act in Scarpia'S palace
study, the opera admits Of rare
costuming.
To see the glorious JeritZa in
opera for the first time will add
a thrilling element to the bril-
liant Metropolitan Opera season
at the Fox on the opening evening
Of Tuesday, April IA, with all
Washington doubly celebrating
the opera occasion and Pan-Amer'
ican night. Then with her is the
glowing Italian voice Of Lauri-
Volpi, tenor, and Tibbett at his
best. Bellezza will conduct.
Serafin to Direct
There are many gems in the
Thomas opera, "Mignon," besides
the aria Bori sings in the title
role "Dost thou know that fair
land?" The "Polonaise," '"I am
Titania," with it's runs and trills
will display admirably the lovely
coloratura voice Of Lily PonS
There are mobiles and gypsies to
add diversity to the music, and
the corps de ballet will enrich the
scene. "Mignon" will have HasSel-
mans as conductor.
The famous Serafin will direct
the three-act, eight scenes Of
Peter 1bbetSon," while its three
famous stars, Bori, johnson and
Tibbett, will also have a long list
Of principals in the case, includ-
ing Leon Rothier, Louise Lerch,
Marion Telva, in an Incompatible
role; Ina BourSkaya and others.
The single sale of seats for the
separate operas is now open at
the concert bureau Of Mrs. Wilson
Greene, in Droop's.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
CUT FLOWERS
PINNED ON
PEMBERTON

One of the better New York
magazines recently conferred its
monthly laurel wreath" upon
Brock Pemberton, whose comedy
hit, Strictly Dishonorable," opens
at the National Theater Sunday
playing a weeks return engage
ment with the widely praised
Philadelphia Company.
The magazine editor stated the
honor was bestowed because
Brock Pemberton is q. re-
formed newspaper man.
Because he is a brave gentle
man who presents intelligent
plays for intelligent people.
Because he is more interested
in ideas than sex appeal.
Or even box.office appeal.
Because he sponsored Miss
Lulu Bett." gave us Gilda Va
resi- in Enter Madame" intro
duced Pirandello and six Char
acters in Search of an Author"
And because he and his aSso-
ciate director, Antoinette Perry,
were wise enough in the ways
of the theater to recognize in
Strictly Dishonorable" a play
Of vast possibilities and have
since cashed in on their wisdom.
W. SR~mm A. DnnI
Mr.. Pemberton likes the so
called road"
II came from what is known
as the road myself (KansaS)
and believe in its possibilities
as . great theatrical 1ane," he
says. "A good many of the pro-
ducerS make a mistake when
they say the road is dead, SO far
as dramatic attractions are con-
cerned. They use the wrong
tense. 1t isn't dead and it isn't
going to die; but it has been
in something of cOmatOSe con-
ditiOn, largely, I believe, on &C
count of the nature of the at
fractions that have been offered.
But it's coming back rapidly;
am certain it is not a case of
temporary rally, either. 1t is a
great recuperation. 1 know, be-
cause, unlike some of my col
leagues, 1 go out and look
around for myself. 1 study road
conditions as much as Broad
way conditions. That's what I'm
doing, when / make it q buSi-
ness excuse to go to this and
that city to look q TINY COM
panieS."
Pemberton is in a happy posi-
tion, because he has a play that's
still drawing in the shekels, after
a 75-week record run in Manhat-
tan, and he has a play that's
exactly pleasing to the road. And
he's constantly conquering new
worlds with it.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28

the little wife f. f. HORTON
returned Unexpectedly from the
mountains. Then the fun began.
Mother-in-law, anxious to keep
the love birds together, locks all
the doors, thereby keeping the
real husband out in the cold.
The fun continues next day, with
both the husband and the double
in the house, unaware OF each
others presence.
A multiplicity Of ludicrous sit
uations arise. The wife recalls
to her husband the tender mo-
mentS of the previous evening
while he groans in dismay and
longs to wreak vengeance on the
double" who took advantage of
the deception.
Horton Well Cast
Edward Everett Horton is we'll
fitted to get the most out of a
farce of this kind. He plays
both the husband and his imper-
senator and is responsible for at
least a laugh every three min
utes, which is pretty good for
these hard times when laughs
are so scarce.
Horton is at his best when sur.
rounded by beautiful girls and in
Lonely Wives" he has a flock
of them, including Laura La
Plante, Esther Ralston and Patsy
Ruth Miller.
An added feature at Keith'S
this week is Johnny Farrell's in
structive golf lessons which should
inspire many to get their clubs
o,,f ord iy,orornvo their ScnreS
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Revives Old Hits

Thirty-six hours after won
der-Bar" opened at the BelasCo
this palladium of truth set down
that Minstrel AL Jolson needed
songs like Nanny" April Show
ers" and Sonny Boy" to arouse
the rabble as in days of old, in
stead of the pale and uninspired
tunes of the new cabaret frolic.
So it makes us feel somewhat
like a prophet to learn that the
fnterlude which now sets Gus
toners at the Norah Bayes Thea
ter agog nightly is the revival
period when Mr.. Jolson MARBLES,
If you please, Nanny" April
Showers" and Sonny Boy and
gets ten times the applause he
gets for Donna Clara" All Of
which pleases AIS band leader,
Sid Silver. He wrote April
Showers"
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
STAGE
NEWS FROM
NEW YORK

Audrey Christie has succeeded
Dorothy Williams in Sweet and
Low" Miss Williams had re
placed her sister, Hannah Will
liams, when the latter left the
cast last month.
Sam Wren, last seen as the re
porter in '"ThiS Is New York, u
will join the cast of In the Best
of Families" next Monday night
when the play moves from the
Bijou Theater to the Forrest. He
will take over the role heretofore
played by Derek Fairman.
The complete cast for "Melo," ="
which is scheduled to open at the
Ethel Barrymore Theater on
April 13, will include Edna Best,
Earle Larimore, Basil Rathbone,
Fuller Me1lish, Harry Davenport,
Eva Leonard-Boyne and Ruth
Abbott.
Barbara Barondess has been en-
gagged for THE Third Little
Show"
Proctor's Fifth Avenue Theater
will reopen as a stock burleSque
house next Monday night under
the management of Charles Bragg
An entertainment, described as
a mystic evening"" which will be
headed by Dolores" an astrol,
oyer, will be presented at the
Belmont Theater, instead of the
COSMOPOLITAN, on April 6.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Rifle Displa
In Lobby at Fox

What is said to be the most
complete exhibit of firearms as
sembled in recent years is being
installed in the lobby of the Fox
Theater today.
The, exhibit is owned jointly by
the National Rifle Association and
the Washington Pistol Club. 1t
will be on display for a week in
connection with the showing of
the picture, THE Conquering
Horde" in which firearms play
no inconSiderable part.
Weapons dating from the old
blunderbuss down to the latest
thing in machine guns will be
shown. The various guns are
labelled as to time and occasion
OF use, SO that the public may
identify them and understand
their historical significance. Sew.
eral trophy cups won in competi-
tion by members OF the Washing
ton Pistol Club also will be shown.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Horton Like Mack
Had Wide Experience

A decided similarity exists be-
tween the careers of Edward
Everett Horton, who plays the
principal role in Pathe's all-star
farce, Lonely Wives" and Rus
sell Mack, who directed the pic
ture.
Both men have functioned in
the dual roles of actor and pro.
ducer before coming from the
stage to the screen.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Marion Davies Was
Once o. FOLLieS Girl

Marion Davies, who is seen this
week at Loew's Palace Theater in
tits a Wise Child" was born in
Brooklyn, N. Y. She began her
career in a chorus of Ziegfeld's
Follies, where her beauty won
wide acclaim.
She made her debut in films
shortly thereafter. reaching star
dom in when Knighthood Was
in Flower" Her last starring pro-
duction prior to "It's Wise
Child" was THE Bachelor Father" :"
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Rudolph BGdGIOni Is
4 TUO-Tin1e TheSpi1n

Rudolph Badaloni, who has the
role of the genial waiter, Tomaso,
in the comedy, Strictly Dishon-
orable" at the National for a
weeks return engagement with
the widely-praised Philadelphia
Company, has record of never
having been late for a perform
ance during his long stage ca
reer.
How does he do it? He carries
two watches, a vest pocket edi-
ton and a wrist watch, and when
he desires the time he consults
them both.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
He's An Ice Melter

Although he only CARED SO
pounds at a time, James Gleason
used 10 cakes of ice in one scene
of "It's a Wise Child" Marion
Davies new starring vehicle now
current at Loew's Palace Theater
Because of the intense heat OF
the studio lights, GleaSon's chunk
of ice melted so fast it had to be
replaced every scene.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
Chatterton Rumor

They are whispering in the in
dustry-and its sounds logical
that Paramount, scanning the re-
turns from the Ruth Chatterton
pictures, is negotiating with War
ner Brothers to take over the
contract which it's star signed
with the opposition. This would
be accomplished by paying a
bonus to the producers and as
Stunning the terms Of the new
contract.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
EW STAGE AND SCREEN ENTERT AINENT SOUNDS ALLURINC
ED HORTON In
FILM FULL
OF LAUGHS

The thought Of having double
has doubtless intrigued many
folk. The idea of having some.
one who resembles you appear in
your place at tedious functions,
banquets, lectures, etc, is de.
cidedly appealing.
However, the difficulties en-
countered sometimes outweigh
the advantages, as a visit to
Keith's, where Lonely Wives"
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
New sepia Musical

Lew Leslie's new sepia show,
Rhapsody in Black" has been
booked for the Belasco Theater,
to open Sunday night, April IL,
Immediately following the Thurs
ton engagement
Rhapsody in Black" is called
the successor to the first Leslie
success, "Blackbirds. 1t will have
Ethel Waters, Valada Snow and a
cast of 16 principals. The choir
which was a feature Of Black
birds" will have a prominent part
in the new musical.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28
This and That

You can meet Steve Cochran's
new stock company at the Union
Station Monday twilight if you're
there when the 2 p. m. train from
New York pulls in about Z.
That athletic chap who has
been, shadowing Lita Gray Chap
lin during her engagement at the
Earle Theater all this week is
Georges Carpenter . e. Something
for the archives is the fact that
although there were shouts
aplenty for casey At the Bat"
when De Wolf Hopper made a cur.
The Washington times., 1931-03-28

Is being shown,
will testify.
Here was a
h u S band who
hired an i'm
p er senator to
fool his mother
in-law while he
went out to do
q little roam
ing" The i'm
personator had
lit tie trouble
with the "old
lady" but a
tic kliSh situa-
ton arose when
The Washington times., 1931-03-28

The apartment for the newlyweds can
be secured by just turning to the
Rental Columns in tOday's Classified
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
Five Named To
 Attend Meeting Of Catholic U. Chapter
Nationwide Gathering in New York City April lS Clos ter, Downey, inskey and MulvilIe Complete Repre- sentafion From Connecticut

Former Mayor Francis F. Gull foile, Arthur Gioster of Torrington, state president of the Connecticut chapter, Catholic University of America, Attorney Leo Downey Of Hartford, William Linsltey of Nau- gatuck and Joseph Mulviiie of this city will form the state delegation to the national alumni meeting in New York city on April 18th.
 The big session, which is attract ing graduates from all parts of the country, will be held at the Biltmore hotel. 1t Rev James H. Ryan, rec- tor, John McDill. dean of the law school of the Catholic university and Arthur J. Bergman. athletic di- rector, the Knute Rockne of the university. win be among the prin- cipa1 speakers.
 According to formal announce ments made to local members of the state alumni nomination of officers will be one of the features of the meeting.
 Delegations from Connecticut, Ohio, New Jersey. Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, District of Columbia and other sections of the country
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07

lace they hope for lower taxes. Therefore great caution should bo exercised in deciding the important question of what form of government you will operate with the taxes you must pay.
 "As contrasted with hired manager what is the mayor most likely to be 1?
 "In the first place he Is a resident or the city, well known and highly respected resident or his fellow cif- izens would not show him the honor of the office they bestow on him, he must have certain qualifications and abilities or they would not intrust the running of so large and costly a business to him. And because of his qualifications he realizes the honor and trust placed in him and to main- tain the respect of the citizens he will not betray them or their inter- ests into the hands of the few.
 He. because of his residence in the city has real interest in seeing It's welfare promoted. He knows It's needs and the needs of its people. Most of all he is the choice of the people.
 Think well before you reIinauish your right to vote for and select the man who you intrust with your city's business, think well before you allow a stranger to come in and control your police and fire department, your public works department, your finance department, your health and welfare department. Think well be- fore you relinquish your right to se- lect the board of education, the group of people who will have charge of the education of the chil- dren, do you not want the right to select with great consideration as to tbeir ability to represent your ideas on this important question, the peo-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
AMERICAN WOMEN AND CHILDREN
 SAFE IN HARBOR
Two Hundred of Them Car. ried From Wrecked City of Managua to Port of Safety

Balboa, Canal Zone. April 7-- (UP)-The transport Chaumont, carrying most of the group of about 200 American women and children removed from the earthquake stricken city of Managua. debarked its passengers here to-day after a quick trip from Corinto.
 The decks of the ship were crowd ed with cots which the refugees had used on the trip. Some of them were suffering from minor injuries and others were still weak from the rigors of their days in Managua, but many of the refugees were brisk and cheerful despite the loss of most of their possessions in the devastated Nicaraguan capital.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
HAROLD (. HART
 GAVE TESTIMONY
 ABOUT KINGSTON

Hartford, Conn, April 7.-(UP)-- Frederic E. Kingston paid the sal aries of officials of subsidiaries of B. E. Kingston and company, securities firnh according to testimony given In superior court to-day by Harold C.. Hart, West Hartford broker and former Kingston employe.
 Hart was 8 state witness as the trial of Kingston, Harold Kingston, Edmund J. Grandahl, Frank H.. Smith and Colonel Lewis l.. Field on fraud charges entered It's third week. He testified he held an office posi- ton ipthe Kingston firm and served as secretary of Guardian Trust, the most important subsidiary.
 Hart described the founding of Guardian Trust and other subsid- iaries and identified the declaration of trust and agreements, which States Attorney Hugh M. Alcorn put into evidence.
 The witness testified the King ston company was permitted to pur- chase 100000 shares Of Guardian Trust common, having a market value of $20 to $30 for $5 8 share in exchange for paying the salaries of trust officials and other expenses of
 
 Kingston was allowed to buy pre- ferred certificates at $23.75 with no obligation for shares unsold, accord ing to Hart.
 Hart identified the original trus- tees as Eugene w. Coe, Waterbury: Arthur R.. Downs, Milford; and Stanley J. Eichlcr, Meridcn, all King ston employees. They served, he said, from the first meeting on June IS, 1927, to october 26, 1927, when their "resignations were accepted and q new board of trustees was formed.
 The new Guardian trustees were said to be General Lincoln c. An- drews, New York city; William F. Burnham, Bridgeport; T. B. Boss. Hartford; Frederic b. Kingston, Branford; Martin r.. Lee. Bridge port; Chauncey P. Goss, Jr, Water bury; and F.. r. Burroughs, New Ha- ven.
 Kingston was elected president of the trust in late 1927 and served for a year when Edmund s. Wolfe, Bridgeport banker, was made trus- tee at Kingston's suggestion and elected president two weeks later, according to the witness.
 Lee objected to Wolfe, saying the president should be full-time off, cer, and subsequently resigned his trusteeship, said Hart.
 Lee sent his letter of resignation to Harold Kingston, who had been made a trustee at his brothers s request, according to the testimony.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
OBITUARY

The funeral services for James Marshall of 57 Luke street were held this afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Clark funeral home. 20 State street. Rev Arthur r. McKenny ofii- eating. Burial was in new Pine Grove cemetery.
 Tho funeral of Mrs Frank De Legge was held this afternoon at 2 9 clock from her home, 76 Edge W ood avenue with burial In Pine Grove cemetery.
 The funeral of Michael Dantino vas held this morning at S:fb from his home. 382 South Leonard street to Our Lady of Mount Carmel church where a requiem mass was celebrated at 0 o'clock. Burial was in Calvary cemetery. The pallbear- CTS were James Barrelli. Louis and Michael Pape, Pasquale Marino. John Dl Pietro and Patrick O'Brien.
 The funeral of Michael McDer- mott was i1eld this morning at S:1b O o'clock from his home, 21 Catherine avenue to the Sacred Heart church where q solemn requiem mass was celebrated at Q o'clock by Rev Francis Breen assisted by Rev John Ryan as deacon and Rev J. J. Fitz- gerald, subdeacon. Burial was In Calvary cemetery. Father Ryan conducting the committal services. The pallbcarern were John and Pat rick Reilly. Frederick Richmond. Arthur Wingertsman. Thomas Mo- iiarty and J. J. Hession.
 The funeral of Mrs Angelo Zaril- 10 will be held tomorrow morning at S:f5 o'clock from her home. Claremont aver ue to Our Lady of Mount Carmel church Ut 9 o'clock. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 The funeral services for lgnatz Petra uskns are Co be held tomorrow morning at 9 { 'clock at the Deliniks funeral nome. Rev Joseph Kazlaus- kas ottlciatlng. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
OBITUARY

ACTON--Mrs Carolyn Brainard Acton, age 72 years, widow of John w. Acton, died this morning at her home. 97 Waterville street. She was born in Brooklyn, N. Y., the daugh- : ter of Henry R. and Sarah Hubbard Hoffman. She was member of the First Congregational church and was we'll and favorably known throughout the city.
 Mrs Acton leaves on brother. w.. IT. Hoffman of Cheshire; one sister, Mrs Sarah Waterhouse of Brooklyn, N. Y. The funeral services are to be held tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at her home, Rev Dr James Gregg. officiating. Burial wil be in Greenwood cemetery, Brooklyn. N. Y., Thursday at 12 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07

pie who serve on this board?
 "1n Waterbury as in many other cities and towns throughout this part of the country the people enjoy tho fruits of the labors of many genera tions and seldom do they appreciate have here a system of government based on the party organizations with district groups that have been the gathering places for many years for the neighbors of the community. where they meet and discuss local affairs. where ideas are exchanged and where things. be they great or small have been accomplished. You in your respective parties have fol- lowed certain principles you have come to recognize men and women in your community as leaders be- cause you feel that they will repre- sent the ideas you wish executed.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
Billy Evans Not
 to Be President of
 American League

Cleveland, Ohio, April 7.-UP)- William c. Evans. general manager of the Cleveland Indians to-day was definitely eliminated by himself us possible successor to E. s. Barnard, late president of the American league.
 Evans announced that he was not q candidate for the league presi- dency following a conference with Ava Bradley, president of the C1eve- land team and other officials.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
Bowling Alley Gun Battle Has Cost
 Man His Life

New Haven. Conn. April 7.--- CUP) Bullets fired during bowling aI- ley quarrel Easter Sunday caused the death at Grace hospital to-day of Ignace Purifacato. SC.
 Ralph Greece, 34, the alleged yAs~ saiIant. is being held incommtfni- cado at county JaiE pending the find- ing of Coronor James J. Corrigan. States Attorney Samuel E. Hoyt in- dfcated he would lay the. case before the grand jury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07

have already made arrangements to be in attendance.
 Ex-Mayor Guilfoile is Waterbury's senior graduate of the Catholic uni- versity and one of the most influen- tial members of the national alumni. He has held several positions of dis tinction In connection with the lay associations of the university. It is expected that he will be accom- panied by several members of the local chapter on the occasion of his visit to New York on April 18th.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
Sat in Automobile and Used Pistol
 to Kill Himself

Seymour. Conn, April 7.--(UP)- Within a few hundred yards of gay Hollywood inn. Patrick J. cleary, Bridgeport iron worker, sat in his. automobile and shot a fatal bullet through his head with .22 caiibre rifle. His body was found to-day.
 Constable George Schuster. who was called to investigate learned Cleary had been in poor health re- gently. He was unmarried.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-07
DIED.

ACTON--In Ats city April 2. is3i Mrs Carolyn Brk ,.urd Acton of D7 Wa.
 terVtlle SC. Funeral WedneHdny hfi-
 crnuor at 2s0 o'clock. BurAl in Greouwo0d cemetery. Drookiyn. N. Y.l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29

~ HICAGO, August 20 (R1.-The
4 advance battalion of the army
Y 4 of $50 players who will march
over the greens and fatrways
of the Beverly Country Club when the
thirty-fifth United States Amateur Golf
Tournament begins Monday satisfied
itself today in sampling the course.
Those who battled high winds yes
terday discovered that the Beverly
bunkers and sandtraps might prove
formidable handicaps to next weeks
play. At least, with the miniature
gale sweeping the landscape into strange
shapes and twisting many q drive and
iron shot far out of line. the hazards
did strange things to otherwise ex-
pert contestants.
In fact, the winds were so diScon-
certing to several players during their
trial rounds yesterday that they merely
bagged their sticks and went home
without bothering to post their scores.
Little's 70 Is Best.
william Lawson Little, jr., the modest
San Franciscan, who told Bobby Jones
in 1929 that he would have eliminated
him If Johnny Goodman hadn't
achieved the best round of the day,
a 10, two over par.
George Voigt. the New York star,
who waited until he was almost 80
before grabbing at laurel leaves, pro-
duced the next best, IA DR.. o. F.
willing Of Portland, Greg. the dentist,