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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
NEW YORK POLICE
 HAD FIGHT WITH . COMMUNISTS
Two Officers Guarding
 Restaurant Stopped Att
 tack, But Get Only One
 Prisoner .-,...

New York, Nov 17.-(UP)-Two policemen fought off a mob of 800, said by police to be communists, who attempted to wreck the Cru saders restaurant at 113 Four teenth street to-day. Policemen Edward Magneson and George Sauer were guarding the restau- rant, scene of recent clashes be- tween restaurant strikers and po- lice, when they saw the mob, led by a woman, suddenly advance to- wards the cafe. Magneson tried to head them off, but he was knocked down and the crowd surged over him.
 Sauer flung himself into the fray. He seized the woman lead CT but her comrades belabored him with fists forcing him to let her go. The woman fled but Sauer caught up with her and pushed her into a taXicab. The mob surged about the machine, opened the doors and tried to drag their comrade out. The police man drew his pistol. fired several shots in the air and the mob scat tered, but not before the woman escaped. Meanwhile. Patrolman Magneson arrested Pedro Martinez, 27, whom he said was one of the rioters, on a disorderly conduct charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
GOLD STANDARD NOT COMING BACK
 VERY QUICKLY
British Chancellor Says There Are Many ImpOrt- ant Things to Be Done Before That Happens

London, Nov 17-(UP)-Numer- ous important conditions must be met before the government may contemplate return to the gold standard, Chancellor of the Gx- chequer Neville Chamberlain told a questioner to-day in the House of Commons. He was asked whether the government contem- plated an "early return to the gold standard.
 "There are a number of impor- tant conditions not subject to our control which must be satisfied be- fore the stabilization of sterling in terms of gold can be contempiat- ed," he replied.
 "Our immediate object is to bal- ance the budget. rectify the ad- verse trade balance, and maintain the internal purchasing power Of the pound sterling" the chancellor said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
BUILDING INSPECTOR
 IS UPHELD
John Statkus of Alden Street Persisted in Dis- obeying the Law and Judge Fined Him $50 and Costs

A fine of $50 and costs levied on John Statkus, 43, of 22S Alder street in police court this morning was expected to terminate long drawn out controversy between the accused and Building Inspector Patrick J. Carlin. Statkus was charged with violation of the build ing ordinance, in fact he was ac- cused of series of violations ex- tending back over a period of year. Inspector Carlin declined today to take a written guarantee from Statkus, being of the opinion that his promise would be just "a scrap of paper
 Inspector Carlin testified this morning that he has had more difficulty with Statkus than with a dozen other applicants for per- mits. The defendant was described as one of these chaps who obtain
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
Democrat Frolic Proues Finest Production Ln
 History. OF Stage
That Is Conceded By the immense Audiences and Most Exacting Critics Young Thespians
 Anxious About
 Prizes

Enthusiastically acclaimed by capacity audiences again yesterday, the Waterbury Democrat Frolic will swing into its third. day of presentation at the Fox-Poli Pal ace theater today. It's engagement will come to an end tomorrow night.
 Audiences which witnessed the presentation of this all-Waterbury revue, which was directed and pro- duced by Victor Hyde, the celebrat- ed Broadway director, at the three performances yesterday, were as enthusiastic and as receptive as the capacity crowds which attend ed the premiere.
 The theater fairly rocked with applause throughout the presenta- tion of the 15 specialties and the large production ensemble units. The dazzling display of costumes and scenery, the like of which Wa terbury audiences have seldom seen, brought forth considerable favorable comment.
 All Await Decision
 Meanwhile the entire cast of 1O0 Waterbury boys and girls appear ing in the production, today anx iously awaited the decision of Di- rector Hyde as to who is to be awarded the three major prizes to be presented.
 Three scholarship awards to be given to two dancers and singer adjudged the most adept, ambitious and talented by Director Hyde, are to be presented. Just when Direc- tor Hyde will make his decision was unknown today.
 T would prefer to wait just a while longer before I select the winners" Hyde said last night. Tt is going to be a difficult task to select the most talented and ambi- tious youngsters out of the indus
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
TWO ACITATORS IN LAWRENCE TO
 BE DEPORTED
Arrested There To-day on Orders From Washing ton-Will Be Hustled Back Home

Lawrence, Mass, Nov 17-(UP) Two New York men who were active in the recent textile strike were arresetd by Immigration h. spector Frank A. Chase to-day on federal warrants holding them to be deportable aliens. Tho warrants, telegraphed from Washington, charged that Fred G.. Biednkapp, 54, of 73 St Marks Place, New York city, and Ivan kravgevich' AS. of 38 Stagg street, Brooklyn, were members of organizations seeking overthrow of the U. $. government and should be deport- ed to their native countries. Ger many and Lithuania.
 Biedenkapp is representative of the Trade Unity League. Krav- gevich is communist party organ izer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
NOAH BEERY WAS RESCUED FROM
 MOUNT BALDY
Film Star Was Mar0Oned for Two Days - Fears Felt for His Brother Wallace Beery

Los Angeles, Nov 17--(UP)- Noah Beery, film star. marooned two days by heavy snows on Mt Baldy was safe in his mountain ranch home to-day, rescued by A. H. Wood, William Farnum and a guide. Wood is a New York the atrical producer. Farnum is a mo- ton picture actor.
 Fears for the safety of a brother Wallace Beery. thought lost while flying to Hollywood from the east. were ailayed by news Wallace had been forced down at Amarillo. Tex. Nearly four feet of snow was re- ported from the higher slopes of the San Bernardino Mountains to- day, and weather bureau officials reported e new storm coming.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
BY w. c. QUISENBERRY Copyright 1881 by United Press

NOpJAASAO AVSA Oy SAhtOu ACooI
 Dublin, Nov 7.-CUP)-Eamon De Valera, angular, thin-faced leader of Irish republicanism, told the United Press today that his fi- anna fail party will abolish inn mediately the oath of allegiance to King George if it comes into power.
 Ireland cannot say that it rules until 1t has abolished the oath of allegiance" said De Valera, who is confident his party will win the next election. Tt would be one of our first acts to remove article IF of the constitution which inn poses the oath"
 The tall republican leader, who has spent months in prison but never has lots the fanatical flame of freedom which carried him through the bloody strife of past years, paced back and forth in his low-ceilinged office as we talked.
 Previously, the correspondent had gone to the Wicklow noun tains to witness a secret drill of the Irish republican army" by lantern light in a secluded ravine. The drill was frankly in prepara- tion for war with Great Britain. The "soldiers"-most of them boys were undeterred by the govern ment's drastic public safety meas ure threatening the death penalty for such action.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
DINO CRANDI HAS STARTED TOUR OF
 SIGHTSEEING
Young Foreign Minister of Italy, Lieut. of Musso= lini, Will Soon Begin Real Work at Capital
By JOSEPH H. BAIRD

United Press Stan COrrcSpOiiOent)
 Washington, Nov .17-OP)- Italy's 36-year-old foreign minister this morning started a round Of sight seeing and conferences ex- pected to help solve many problems -of vital importance to the world: :--' x Dino Grandi and his attractive young wife were guests of their friends, Secretary and Mrs Stim- son after their arrival and the col orful reception that followed yes- terday evening.
 The lieutenant of Premier Ben- ito Mussolini of fascist Italy came to Washington by train after fog prevented a dramatically planned flight from New York harbor in huge flying boat piloted by Colonel Charles H.. .Lindbergh.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
JAPAN HAS DEMANDED
 HER PLAN
Direct Negotiations With China to Settle Dispute Chinese Defen d e s Still Hold = Great Jap Army Is Prepared
(By the United Press)

League of nations council met again in secret to seek solution of the Manchurian conflict. Both Chinese and Japanese were exclud- ed from the session.
 Japanese government will de- mand complete settlement of her differences with China on basis of direct negotiations. Japan replied to Moscow reminder of necessity of avoiding interference with Soviet interest in Manchuria, saying the Japanese would not paralyze Chin- csc Eastern railroad.
 Japan dispatched airp1ane bomb ing fleet to Manchuria. Lieutenant General Ninomiya, vice-chief of staff, also went to Manchuria.
 Japanese war ministry quoted as saying army was prepared and de- termined to defend prestige of em- pire regardless of the league of na- tions.
 Harbin tense under heavy mili- tary patrol fearing disorders as re- suit of Nonni sector fighting.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
ROCKEFELLER IS
 OFF FOR SOUTH

Tarrytown, N. Y., Nov 17.-- (UP)-John D. Rockefeller. ST. left his estate at Pocantico Hills to- day for his annual trip to Florida, where he is to remain until cold weather passes. Then he will rec mes,boss of his immediate house. hold, He left his home in an au-. tomoblie and drove to New York. boarding a train there.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
NEWTON D. BAKER MUDDLES WATERS OF
 PRESIDENTIAL RACE
His Appearance in Demo- cratic Boston To-day as Principal Speaker Revives Story of Much Opposition to Governor Roosevelt for NOmina- ton
BAKER PERSONALLY
 SHUNS CONFLICT
BY RAYMOND CHAPTER Copyright, 1881, by United Press)

(COpyr1gnt, 1US1, Dy Cn1teu EressD
 Boston, November 17 - (UP) - Appearance of Newton D. Baker as principal speaker at the Boston Chamber of Commerce luncheon today threw new interest into the movement afoot here to block nomination of Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt as the 1892 democrat ic presidential candidate.
 Bakers speech concerned inter- national debts. He sought here as he has for months. to avoid being involved in presidential politics. He ty in his behalf. Nevertheless sentiment is being cultivated fol him here.
 Numerous democratic politicians were among the luncheon guests. These included Frank J. Donahue, state chairman, who a few days ago publicly referred to Baker and Governor Albert c. Ritchie of Maryland as men who would make ideal presidential candidates. Ritchie spoke here recently and his presidential aspirations gained some support.
 At the same time Mayor James M. Curley, fighting strongly for convention delegation pledged to Roosevelt, has twice within a week publicly denounced favorite son ac- tivity. declaring it is fostered by "adventurers'' and "self-appointed Micawbres."
 This split, widened by consider able personal feeling between Mayor Curley and the state, dem- ocratic chairman, provides the opening for factional fight of consequences.
 Massachusetts is important fight ing ground. Its IS electoral votes went to Smith in 1928. Democrats have the governorship and the two seats in the United States senate. Coolidge and Smith are tine two political heroes of the state. Since Coolidge and Smith are the two political heroes of the state. Since Coolidge won't run, Massachusetts appears inclined to follow Smiths (ContfnIed on Paga 12l
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
AIR MAIL MAN
 HAD CLOSE CALL

New Brunswick. N. J.. Nov IT, (UP)-W. l.. Jamieson, air mall pilot, periled by lew hanging fog along the eastern seaboard landed at Hadley field to-day with his fuel supply almost exhausted.
 He hial been bound from Rich- mond, Va, to Newark and for sev- ersfl hours was lost in the thick fog, unable to land.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
w0RIn PROBLEMS

Washington, Nov I7-IUFl- President Hoover announced to. day that he would discuss world problems with Dino Orandi, Ital- Ian foreign minister. at a { D. m. White House conference. This eon- versatlon was not on Grandrs ofh. cial program but was arranged toe day. Secretary of state stimson will bo present.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
LQte Bulletins
.MAMMOTH'S SKULL FOUND

Leningrad, Nov 17-(UP)-An excelently pre- served skull of prehistoric mammoth, estimated by Russian scientists to be 100000 years old has been brought here by an expedition just returned from the Astrakhan region on the Caspian The size of the prehistoric monster may be judged from the fact that it's tusks are about two and half meters long.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
FRENCH HONOR PERSHINC

Paris, Nov 17-(UP)-The municipal council as tribute to the American leader has decided to give the of General Pershing to the boulevard winch formerly bore the name of Boulevard de Verdun, be- tween the Verdun Square and Boulevard GouvionSant Cyr Paris streets have already been named after Pres dents Wilson and Washington and Franklin
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
CATTLE FED ON PASTRY

Springfield, Mo, Nov 17-(UP)-lt almost Keeps Mrs Anna K. Brewer broke buying doughnuts for her cattle She doesn't know exactly how or when they worked up such appetite for the pastry but she buys nearly all the stale doughnuts and bread that Spring field bake shops have to offer.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
PUBLIC OVERRIDES SCHOOL BOARD

New Philadelphia, O., Nov 17-UP)-Goosefoot school near here is holding class again after the school board and ctizenry cashed The board said there was no money and padocked the building Irae citizens hired a private teacher and removed the paddock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
CAR THIEVES GET AUTO LESSONS

Salem Ore, Nov 17-(UP)-Three minor youths received lesson in practical mechanics when Chief of Police Mnto ordered them to reassemble car from which they had stripped all movable parts. The youths had planned to build runabout car with the equipment
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
BUCKS IN DEATH FIGHT

Rhinelander, Wis, Nov 17-(UPJ-A dead and a living buck deer their aners nterlocked were discov- cred near Butternut Lake by Conservation Warden Louis Oshefsky The warden shot the victorious buck which was exhausted from dragging it's victim about the woods.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
FLOUR PUTS OUT AUTO FIRE

Moalla, Ore, Nov 17-(UP(-Of course 1t made mess but the car saved When Mrs E. B. Jacksons automobile backfred and caught fire, she ran into the house. grabbed 50 pound sack of flour and empted 1t on the blaze The fire was immediately smothered.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
CHURCHMEN WORE OVERALLS

Owosso Mich, Nov 17-(UP)-Male members of the First Church of Christ here recently appeared for services in overalls to prove that man may attend church in the working garb Rev J. w. Frey pastor of the church. also pair of newly pressed overalls while he preached the Sunday sermon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
Ramon De Valera Is Sure Of Fianna F Fail'
 Winning Election
"Ireland Cannot Say That It Rules Itself Until It Has Abolished the Oath of Allegiance" Says Famous Leader

Telegraph Editors Note: shift in the alignment of minor factions the Irish State famous De Valera control of Dali after the
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
ONLY WITNESS TO AIR FIGHT

West Stayton, Ore, Nov 17-(UP)-ony witness to a great air battle was Mrs l. M Hammer. Near the draw back of her farm she saw two hordes clash in combat one hornets and the other yeowackets After an hour of battle weight of numbers brought victory to the yellowjackets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
By MILES w. VAUGHN Limited Press Stan COrrcSpOndent)

Tokio, Nov 17.-(UP)-Japan will accept nothing less than Q complete settlement of her disputes with China as an outcome of the Manchurian conflict, she is believed
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-17
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Nov 17.-(UP)-The treasury net balance Nov 14 was
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and there and 1t will be interesting to
see just which stars carry the greater
numbers
l have a bunch this bestowal e pub
lie interest win involve at least four
entries-Tcmry Armour, Walter Hagen.
Gene Sarazen and Mac Smith. Armour
and Hagen may have slight lead over
Sarazen, but the peppery Lakeville pro
is always a crowd pleaSer, and he will
have his share.
Armour has earned his right TO one
Of the top places through his recent
record in three big championships, and
the exhibition of form he always has
on display. He Is one Of the star
stylists Of golf. and his iron play up to
the pin. Is always good for continued
applause.
Walter Hagen's recent return to old
form, especially around the green's, has
made him once more a popular ia
vorite, and he will have a large section
Of the steamy and Steaming multitude
at his heels.
There may be decided changes in the
gallerys affections and interest after
the first day. ANY leader who happens
to step into a bad start will soon lose
his following. There will be too many
at inverness with a chance to win, and
the populace always likes to be there
with the winner and carry the story
of his vim g shots back home.
In regard to the fourth man mention
ed. the old query returns What about
Mac Smith? What a great thing it
would be for Mac If he could forget
he was in an open championship, If he
could eliminate all thought Of the pangs
and bitter disappointments of 20 years.
and just decide to play four rounds Of
golf.
But this is impossible. He may turn
the trick for the first 80, but not the
entire u. He Is far too great q golfer
to finish Q career without winning q
major championship, but each year the
job gets tougher and the road rougher
There are numerous other figures who
will have their share Of public interest.
Young Henry Cotton of Great Britain
is one. George Won Elm is another. And
you can add Leo Diegel. There ought
to be at least 20 galleries of fair pro-
portions and few others composed of
struggling groups.
There will be quick and sudden shifts
as word comes in that so-and-so is out
in 80 or 33, or that whoois is burning
up the course.
When this happens rival galleries be-
gin to break up and disintegrate in a
hurry unless the players they are chas-
ing also happen to be stepping on the
elusive neck of Old Man Par.
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L|NKSMEN S|zzLE;
FREE-FOR-ALL DUE
Ten Embraced in Experts
Consensus of Leading
Open ContenderS.
BY ALAN GOULD,
Associated Press Sports Editor.

Ohio. July 1.-The golf
ing brigade, It's ranks filled with
the crack shots Of Great Britain
and America. has jumped out Of
the frying pan into the fire.
This superheated situation may apply
to the competition as well as the
weather for the open championship OF
the United States. starting tomorrow.
over the narrow fairways and pleasant
deceiNng hillocks Of the Inverness Club.
Yesterday ran temperature Of 81, and
the prediction was warmer" for today.
Bobby Jones. who began his open
competition here in 1920. and figured
conSpicuously in two of the hottest
tournament OF them all, at Worcester
in 1928 and at Interlachen last year.
will select a comfortable. inconspicuous
spot tomorrow from which to witness
the battle for the third Of the four
crowns he wore in 1880.
Jones Idle First Time.
It will be the first time Bobby has
ever been on the side lines for an Amer
lean open. To judge from the violent
character Of the advance speculation. as
we'll as the intensive training Of the
contenders in defiance Of the heat
wave, the professional clan seems deter
mined to make the most of the
Georgian's competitive absence by turn
ing the tournament into a free for-all.
The consensus among the experts
and players today was that the win
ner, despite the wide-open character
of the championship chase. could be
picked from one of these ten:
Tommy Armour, the p. G. A. and
British open champion; Gene Sarazen
the 1922 American open winner; Percy
Alliss, the British pro from Berlin
Billie Burke, the Connecticut clouter
Macdonald Smith, the veteran Scot
from Long Island who was runner-up
to Jones in both the British and Amer
lean opens last year; Densmore Shute
the Ohio favorite; Walter Hagen, who
won his last American open in 1919;
Harry Cooper Of Chicago. runner-up in
1927: Witty Cox, the Brooklyn sharp
shooter who has moved UP fast this
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ARMY TENNIS PAIRS
IN FINAL TOMORROW
Robinson and Stone Will Battle
Hills and Hobbs on Colum.
bia Club Courts.

The doubles champions Of the Army
will be crowned tomorrow when yes
terdays victors In the semi-finals, the
due of Lieut.. Stanley x. Robinson
and Lieut.. John N. Stone, and the
team OF Maj. j. Huntington Hills and
Maj. Leland s. Hobbs. clash at the
Columbia Country Club.
The final will begin ut 2 o'clock.
Robinson and Stone, last-minute
entries, yesterday morning defeated
Maj. P. w. Newgarden and Lieut.. p.
K. Morrell, IS, 60, to advance to
the semi-final round. In the after
noon the Robinson Stone combine
eliminated the seeded No. team,
Lieut.. Dave Hedekin end Lieut.. Willard
Lewis. 60. GO. 81. Ga.
The seeded No. l pair, Majs. ]. H.
Hills and L. S. Hobbs. easily downed
Capt. r. c. Crane and Lieut.. j. S.
Moran. CO. 6-3, As. GO, to ad-
vance to the final yesterday.
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CLAY COURT TENNIS
STRUGGLE TIGHTENS
Eight Seeded Players Face Stern
Opposition in Third Round
of Tournament.

BY the Associated Press.
ST. LOUIS. July Having cleared
the first two hurdles without much dill
ficulty, the eight seeded stars in the
national clay courts tennis champion
ship at the Triple A courts here were
expected to meet sterner competition In
the third round this afternoon.
George Jennings. jr., Chicago. holder
Of the national public parks title seeded
No. Q, was expected to have considerable
trouble to remain in the running. He
was down to meet Karl Klamath, Uni
versity Of Texas star, in what was re-
garded as the feature singles match Of
the day.
Bruce Barnes, Austin Tex, was the
only seeded player to have trouble In
winning his way into the third round
Barnes, a late arrival, defeated Edmund
Serrano, veteran st. LouiSan, 1913,
2-6, IS, in the first round yesterday
and then turned back Herbert Vein
stock. another St. Louisan, 6-3. 1913.
Barnes meets Clayton Lee Burwell.
Charlotte, N. c., star, in a third round
match today. Other seeded stars ana
their third round opponents were DON
aid Cram, Nashville, Tenn, VS.. Junior
Bochmer. St Louis second ranking
player: Wray Brown, st. Louis. VS.. Will
liam Martin. jr., New York: Ellsworth
vines, PaSaQena, Calu, VS.. Kari II.
Hodge, st. Louis; Berkeley Bell, former
Texan, now Of New York, vs.. Doc"
Barr. Dallas. Tex: Keith Gledhill
Santa Barbara, Calf, vs.. Sterling Cut
lip, Kansas City, and Bryan Grant IT,,
Atlanta, the defending champion, who
will oppose the winner Of . match be-
tween two st. Louisans, @. NJ. eerrano
and q. w. Barnes. jr. The SerrRno-
Barnes match was interrupted late yes
terday by rain.
Twenty 1--WE teams were entered In the
doubles play, which starts today. The
four teams seeded in the draw were
Vines and Gledhill, Bell and Barnes
Grant and Burwell and Jennings and
Gordon Braudt, Chicago. Bell and
Barnes are in the upper bracket with
Jennings and Braudt, while Vines and
Gledhill and Grant and Burwell are in
the lower half of the draw.