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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

science troubled by his execution of false affidavits to the trade commission.
 Wemyss, who left the employ of the company in July after working directly under the president of the concern in disseminating propa- ganda harmful to competing com panies, was to receive $25,000 cash and his transportation to his na- tive Ireland. Passage to Ireland for his wife and six children was to be paid at the end of the year. and Wednesday night the kidnap- CTS attempted to drug him. He managed to pour out the drug however, but pretended he went to sleep, he said.
 The kidnapers went to the actic of the shack and he heard one of them suggest that they kill their captive. The other refused.
 "No," Wemyss quoted one of them as saying, I'm not in this thing for murder"
 An argument followed and while they were quarreling, Wemyss leaped from the window and start ed flight. He fell exhausted into the arms of two policemen who took him to the station where he told his story.
 Wemyss said one of his kidnap- CTS name was Phil and the other Rod. Phil was the younger of the two and the man who narrowly escaped running his motorboat over Wemyss. according to police.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Four Mile Chase
 Ends in Death
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  picket boat CG-2394, operating out of base here in charge of Chief Boatswain's Mate Roy Fitzgerald.
 According to Fitzgerald, the picket boat was patrolling the sea outside the breakwater when the speedy cruiser, one suspected of being a rum runner, was sighted.
 Fitzgerald reported that he hailed the suspected rum boat and ordered it to stop but that instead it put on speed.
 A volley of shots was fired across her bow from a machine gun. This too, was ignored. Fitzgerald claimed. @
 The coast guard officer then or- dered the fire directed at her, and the cruiser was raked with ma chine gun bullets.
 A bullet from the first volley pierced Mello's brain, and he lay, mortally wounded, in the boats s cabin as the chase continued.
 Residents of Eastern Point were aroused by the erackle of gunfire as the coast guards discharged hundreds of shots in an effort to halt the Lassgehn.
 The crew of the alleged rum boat did not return the fire.
 Coast guards claimed that sev- eral sacks of cohtraband were dumped overheard by the alleged rum boats crew when it became apparent that capture was inevit- able.
 It was at the end of a four-miie race that the coast guards finally overlook the Lassgehn and board ed her.
 The four who had escaped un- scathed in the rain of gunfire sur- rendered and, with the wounded man, were taken aboard the CG- 2394.
 One case of alleged liquor was seized, but while coast guards were searching the cruiser for more evi- dence she burst into flames and they were forced to abandon her.
 The Lasgehn blazed brightly for a few minutes, then sank, coast guards reported.
 he prisoners were brought ashoer
 The prisoners were brought ashore, Mello dying enroute. and the four survivors taken to Rock port jail. Authorities claimed that Miller was drunk and that all his companions had been drinking.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Labor Day Slump
 Slows Up Market
Weeks Transactions Hit Lowest Ebb Recorded in the Past Decade

New York, Sept 5-Transactions on some days during the week just past have been at a low ebb-the lowest since the middle of the past decade, and while there has been little liquidation fears of increase taxation, further dividend omissions and unsettled conditions in various directions have naturally played into the hands of traders who are constantly on the lookout for weak spots and, when unearthed, make the most of them. The quietiest part of the year is often just be- fore the coming of Labor day. Many persons are away on delayed vacations and many others are de- sirous of deferring new commit ments until they can learn little more of the prospects for business during the early months of the autumn.
 The passing of dividends by the Lehigh Valley and Case Compan- ies has been an event of import tance this week. It has been well known of course that the trans portation companies have been do- ing a losing business and also that conditions were any, thing but good and had the divid- end suspensions been announced when prices were high they would have created wide- spread liquidation. While there has been some distressed selling,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

Appointments from Commissioner Tone while West Haven, in the slsame district, has been honored with one appointee. Other appoint @rlients have been as follows, as far 1as the factory inspectionstaff is aconcerned: Bridgeport, 1; New Britain, 1 Ansonia, 1; Derby, |; ,Newtown, 1; South Manchester, |; ~Iewett City, 1; Torrington, 1; Nau- skAtuck 1; and Norwich i.
 ~ Two Republican Holdoyers
 There are two republican hold
 overs on Commissioner Tones staff. This leaves one appointment to come. Whether Waterbury will rbe recognized is the question that twill be of utmost interest to Brass City democrats. The feeling here Is that this city should be honored by MT Tone, who has always ex- ,cellenty supported him with his sco-chieftains, in the campaigns which eventually came to a success .ful ending to upset the "old guard Headers.
 .. The two holdovers at this time are a special investigator and 'statistician. It is understood that MT Tone intendsto lean once more .away from Waterbury ana toWarus New Haven in naming the demo- scrotic statistician. As for the spe- 'ciai investigator. Mrs Mary Ma" honey of Ansonia is beinng men, 'tioned strongly because, it is un- .derstood. she has strength on the state central committee which MT Tone and the state democratic lead- CTS wish to preserve for the elec- tioa of the new state chairman who will be chosen to fill the va .cancy created by the resignation 'of Superior court Judge P. B. o. Sullivan.
 waterbury's Choice Mcdonald Waterbury has a leading candi- date for the office of factory in spector in the person of Arthur McDonald. Practically all local leaders are now agreed in their support of him. feeling that local
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

flight captured the imagination of the nation, two other pilots worked over the planes tuning them UT to challenge the Bendix winner for race honors at the air show. The pilots, both Thompson trophy en- tries, are Lee Schoenhair, whose Los Angeles to Cleveland record was broken, and Lowell Bayles Springfield, Mass.
 Schoenhafr was to fly his Laird biplane, sister ship to the one piloted by Doolittle, from St Louis today. The Schoenhair plane was damaged in a crackup last month and was damaged again during a test flight last night. Repairs are being rushed.
 Bayles was scheduled to fly over the three-kilometer course today in an official attempt to establish a new land plane record.
 Flying a Gee Bee special, the Springfield pilot unofficially broke the mark of 266 miles an hour new held by Lieut. Alfred Williams last Tuesday. The Thompson classic is expected to be three-corneI race among Doolittle, Schoenhair and Bayles.
 Goodyear balloons fioated over the airport today to celebrate Ak. ron day at the show. Among the Akron visitors was Judge Walter D. Wannamaker, American war pi- lot. The jurist was to meet Capt Ernst Udet, the German wasp who shot him down during the war Capt Udet is here as a member o1 the international military stunt fly ing team.
 There are 400 clocks in Wind sor and Buckingham palaces.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
THOMASTON

Many local people will attend the meeting of the Litchfield County Democratic club to be held in Kent to-day. Several left last evening to take in the events which have been added for the special attraction of visitors. One of the largest crowds ever to gather for such an event are ex- pected to be present. Governor Roosevelt of New York without a doubt the next president of the United States.
 Ball Game To-day.
 The Kaceys ball team will play the West End team of Waterbury on the high school grounds this afternoon.
 Captain Elected.
 At a meeting held by the Ponies football team last evening, Mickey Fill and Billy Bertnagle were chos- en co-captain. Both of these play CTS have been with the team for a number of years. The Ponies will hold another practcie session Thursday evening on the school grounds.
 Tennis Match.
 In the tennis matches held at the Dewelis court at. Reynolds Bridge yesterday afternoon found all the Thomaston players win- ners. In the match between Mrs George Dewell and Betty Naka. Mrs Dewell won so, 7-5.
 Frances Jillson defeated Evelyn Kennedy 7-5. 5-7, 7-5.
 Frances Doyle defeated Alice Bradley 4-6. S-6, so.
 In the mems games played. John Murphy defeated Earle Beardslee. Ben Bavier defeated Lawrence Kane.
 Many to Attend Game.
 Many local people will journey to Waterbury Sunday to watch the game between the Washington Hills and the Prospect Garage for second place. Percy Atwood, well known ball player will be on the mound for the Garage nine.
 Briefs.
 Many local people attended the fights in Waterbury last evening.
 Mir and Mrs Thomas Lyons have returned home after spending the summer at Bantam lake.
 The postoffice will be open for three hours on Labor day.
 Andrew and Anna Rom have sold their farm on the Cemetery road to Mrs Marie F. Stewart of Stamford. Conn. The sale was made through the ofiiee of T. M. Lyons q Son, local realtors.
 Horace D. Ball has sold eight building lots situated on North Main street extension to Mrs Jo- sephine Luboyeslgi. The sale was made through the office of f. M. Lyons 4 Son. local realtors.
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DOOlittle Beats
 All the Records
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(ConttnueQ from Page I.D He's going after the land ma chine record of 276 miles an hour made by the late AdJutant Bonnet of France. His present 300 horse power engine equipped with super ] charger is capable of 500 horse- power. With the change, Doolittle is confident he can smash the Frenchman's speed mark. His Wash Jr. motor pulled him across the country yesterday in II hours and Is minutes. It shot him tic to Cleveland in IS hours. He breakfasted On the Pacific, stopped in Cleveland for fuel, stop ped in Newark for the timers with time of his own for a bite to eat, and was back in Cleveland by din- ner time.
 He smashed the transcontinental speed record held by Frank Hawks. speed merchant who has peddled his speed and left his marks all and Europe. Hawke' record was IF hours. 25 minutes and 3 sec- .onds.
 After the return to Cleveland. where Doclittle spoke a moment over a radio network. the flyer went back home to St Louis to spend the night.
 He'll return here with officials of the oil company which employed him.
 Doolittie won s7.600 for first place in the Bendix derby when he landed here Q hours and 10 min utes after taking off from Los An- geies.
 He added s2.5oe when he landed at Newark for the new record hour and 5i minutes after leaving Cleveland.
 Harold S. Johnson. Chicago, won s4.b0O for sece4fd place in the der- by. and Heelar Hievins. Atlanta, Ga. who finished third, won ssooo. While DooiiftIe's pheuemanai
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
PARALY YSIS PANDEMIC CHECKS VACCINATIONS
Godfrey Orders Halt, Fearing
 Group Gatherings
pre-School nnoculations indefinitely Delayed Despite Cooperation of Mothers Special Clinic at Later Date Will Care for Children

come to clinics where there may be possibility of one child con- dominating another.
 It is a state law that all chil- dren must be vaccinated before en- tering school and it has been esti- mated by Dr Godfrey that the chil- dren either about to enter school or those to go in for the first time, are almost one hundred per cent vaccinated.
 There will be special clinic in the near future at which the youngsters will be vaccinated. This announcement will be made some time before the time of vaccina- ton is set so that all may have ample opportunity to bring the kiddies in,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

most of the orders of this sort
 have enmanated from professional traders who are still welded to the short side. With the public at large carrying so few stocks on borrowed capital there is no like lihood of any heavy liquidation taking place, nevertheless, it must be confessed that the buying pow CT is still of such meagre propor- tions that the market is not in a position to do any particular pick ing up, which will not be followed by setbacks, as have been witnessed during the last several weeks. The best that one can coun upon, therefore, at the present time is a trading market. This weeks de- cline has brought quotations for a number of stocks down to levels at which they are undoubtedly bar gains for the man who is willing to pick them up and tuck them away in his box until times get better. In the meanwhile good op- portunities are not lacking for quick in and out transactions.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
,SHERIFFS GOT
 BEST OF FARMERS

1. Harper, Kan (UP) Bert Cristes : and Dewey Cation, who have farms ' on q county line, evaded arrest on charges of violating the prohibition
 . law by stepping over the county . line in either direction when the , Harper and Sumner sheriffs called. [ Recently the sheriffs got together ' and met Cristes and Cation at the line, declared "there'll be no side-
 . stepping the issue now" and lodged . them in jail.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

: Vaccinations scheduled for the past week and for the coming week were postponed to-day due to the infantile paralysis scare.
 Each day, scores of mothers have been trooping down to the laboratory in the basement of the City Hall where the youngsters of pre-school age have been vaccinat- ed. Miss Attracta Murray, bac- teriologist, has had sign put up at the entrance on the first floor stat ing that vaccinations have been in- definitely postponed.
 ..s Besides the danger of having ,children grouped, there IS na~ reticence on the part of health e1ficials in having the children
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Republicans to
 Name Ticket
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(Cont1nueQ rom rage
 or 18th. Mayor Frank Hayes vii be renominated at the democratic city convention to oppose tlie g. o D. candidates, George Tracy.
 At the g. o. p. city convention Mi Tracy will be nomonated for mayor while his running mates will be the present incumbent, Edward O'Donnell, for city clerk, and Harry S. Coe for controller. The city convention will also nominate the city sheriff. The names men, tioned for this post include those of Robert Stone, Arthur Hebert, James A. White and Louis Lerz.
 The city convention will be fac ed, also, with the task of nominat- ing nine aldermen. There are al- ready eight g. 0. p. aldermen so even if the present set-up is let alone, which is not likely. the con- vention will have one alderman to nominate. However, several changes are expected. Alderman Louis Somers will not run again and others are likely to be drop ped. Mentioned for the aldermanic pOStS OU LtlS IGQQbAASoii eASACh oA V Thomas White, James DiRienzo, George Kingston, Arthur Bronson. Attorney Joseph Bergin, Charles Dreher. Edward Mraz, Attorney Maurice Gruskay. Louis Schiavone, Attorney George Crocicchia. Walter Dallas. Henry Smithwick and Will liam Black.
 At the 6. o. p. school convention, Attorney Vincent Miller, John M. Burrall and Judge Harry J. Beard sley are expected to be renominat- ed. Mfs Allletta B. Deming is ex- pected to retire. Mrs F. A. Web- ster is being mentioned for her place.
 No changes in the list of g. O.. p. constables is expected at the republican town convention. It is nightly possible that Mrs Edward A. Wells or Deputy Sheriff John Gray will be nominated for town clerk. As for the board of relief, several republicans are mentioned with Joseph Stanley, present in- cumbent, assured of renomination. Registrar of Voters Thomas F.. Dillane seems the likely nominee for reelection despite the ambit- ions of ex-Alderman Arthur E. Blewitt to unseat him for the post.
 Tn the democratic ranks Mayor Hayes, Controller Leary, City Sher- fir William J. Dewey" Roach, Tax Collector William A. Ennis. Town Clerk Dora A. Egan, Registrar of Voters Henry O'Connor, all the constables and the present demo- cratic members of the board of relief are assured of renomination.
 There is some talk of change on the board of aldermen. with interest centering around Alder man Charles Schnitman and his opponent, Harry Baumel. On the school board, it is said, a change will be made to drop Henry Butler but the other democratic members may have renomination if they so desire. However, it is said that one or two members on the demo- cratic side may retire this year.
 In a recent week 1,452,S06 na-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
PAIR OF CATFISH KING AND QUEEN | OF AQUARIUM
Fresh Water Fish Rarely. Spawn in Captivity, But This Pair Has 10000 Youngsters

New York, September 5 - (UP) = A pair of lowly catfish basked in the attention of Labor day wis., itors at the Aquarium today. while the sinuous electric cells, the sharks, and the chameleon fish went scarcely noticed.
 The reason was that the catfish were proud parents of 10000 youngsters, just spawned, which form innumerable little black dots scarcely noticeable when sunshine falls on their tank.
 Fresh water fish rarely spawn in captivity, H. E. Dixon, who has charge of the Aquarium's speci- mems, said.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Appointments Wait
 On Fall Election
Commissioners Rest on Oars While Fire and Police
 Department Candidates Keep Their Powder Dry

Notwithstanding the anxiety of supposed favorites in the race and the appearance of new candidates almost daily, members of fire and police boards are in no apparent
 hurry to make several promotions and a number of appointments. Nothing doing until after elec- ton" is the slogan fo the commis- sioners.
 During the past week much in- terest was centered on the meet ing of the police commissioners
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Missing Nautilus Has Been Heard
 From By Radio

Tromsoe. Norway, Sept 5-(UP) Plans to search for the polar ed with the ship and "all's we'll was reported aboard.
 The meteorological station here established contact with Sir Hubert Wilkins expedition last night for the first time since Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Putnam Citizens
 Committee to
 End the Strike

Putnam, Sept 5-(UP)-An em- ergency committee composed of 25 members and prominent citizens conferred today with leaders of this city's striking textile workers in an effort to end the deadlock which already is estimated to have resulted in s90,000 rayroll loss.
 The committee held an organiza- tion meeting at city hall last night and discussed plans for ending the strike, which was described as ruinous to business and burden to the community in general.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Kidnapped Man Is Telling Story
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One of the men he recognized as having been the driver of a mo- tor boat which nearly hit Wemyss while he was swimming in Bos- ton bay a few days prior to the kidnapping. Wemyss also claimed that three different times within the past month the same automo- bile attempted to run him down.
 According to the story he told police. the kidnapers took him to a small shack on the north shore of Long Island. His captors urged him to write a note, dictated by them: stating he was commit ting suicide because of a con-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05
Only Leading City ' That Was Neglected
emocrattic records entitle Water
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democrattic records entitle Water bury to representation.
 Commissioner Tone will not be back in his office until next We'd nesday. His secretary, when talked with a Hartford, stated that. he has the appointment of an inspec- tor, a special investigator and a statistician to make as yet. The secretary was unable to forward any information as to MT Tones intentions. Therefore, his action will be closely followed until he has completed his staff of demo- cratic assistants.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

While the shoe industry in this country has been making gains re- gently, that In France is complains ir~ ef nerreesinR or6efn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

In a recent week 1,452,s0s na- tional savings certificates were sold in Britain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-05

There are 400 clocks in Wind sor and Buckingham palaces.
The Washington times., 1931-06-17
Automobiles (135),
HUDSON

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HUDSON Super Six De Luxe 4-Door Sedan
1929-One of the snappiest Jobs in this
town. This car must be sold at once
1916 Oates St N E. Lincoln 63Oe-W
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NASH
PLYMOUTH

PLYMOUTH 1929 late Sport Roadster,
rumble seat. Here is your chance to
buy one of the sporty. peppy. good look
wonderful reception all over the country:
motor in excellent condition. tires good,
paint and general condition above aver
age, wire wheels, / mounted on side
trunk rack in rear. This car carries our
3O-day mechanical guarantee-S125 down.
1 Ar tn
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NORTHEAsT CHRYsLER
10th and H SIS. n. 2.
STUDEBAKER

TUDEBAKER-Presiden 5-pass. sedan
1920; has had wo 'derful care. You
can't tell this car from new; mas slde wire
be bought for very low price; your car
in trade terms. Kendrick & Shreve. 1925
L St. N. W. Pot. O234. Open evenings
and Sunday.
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AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE

WILL sell 500 deposit on new Ford fol
S75. Call Metropolitan ISIS.
CHERNER's AUTO CLUB-S25 down buy
model Ford. 1871 U St. N. W.
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LINCOLN

LINCOLN-7-pa passenger sedan; thoroughly
reconditioned, four new tires; color,
'l wARFiEID MOTOR COMPANY,
1130 Conn. Ave. Decatur 3110. Terms.
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lllISV

We are enlarging our show
room and need space. Come in
today and buy a good used car
at substantial saving. Over 100
cars from which to make your
selection.
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HUPMOBILE

HUPMoBILE SIX SEDAN, 192s-Has
had fine care; perfect condition through
out; tires paint and upholstery like new:
priced right terms and trade. KENDRICk
& SHREVE. 1925 L st. N. W. Pot, 0234.
Open evenings and Sunday.
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WHIPPET

wHIPPET 1929 Sport Roadster. This lie
a 6.cylinder wire wheels, rumble seat,
trunk rack and other extras. A real car
for a ridiculous low price S395; terms.
RAY SEMMES. INC.
1925 14th St. N W. Potomac 0772
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Room Buugouy For SA Can For &D0um &3PrN1onH
Real Estate

TOday's Best Home Buys
In Nearby Virginia
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1929 Last Series Pom.
tiac Sport Coupe. Own
er took excellent care
II this car. Six wire
wheels. 2 in fender
wells. Rumble COOO
seat. UOOO
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MARMON

MARMON-Sport coupe, light g.: 1875: !:
excellent mechanical condition: good
tires, new paint, wire wheels, rumble seat
real buy at this price; terms and trade.
KENDRICK e. SHREVE, 1925 L St. n. W.
Pot. 0234. Open evenings and Sunday.
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GARAGES FOR RENT h
For Sale Miscellaneous

NICE MODERN GARAGE. SS month
1863 Clifton st N W Columbia 1854
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Financial

STRATHMEADE
THE PLANNED COMMUNITY
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STANLEY H. HORNER, Inc.
1881 Ford Coupe. $475
1880 Chevrolet Coupe. ....... 400
1880 Peerless Sedan Deliv.. 845
1927 Buick Std. Brougham. 365
1927 Studebaker Dict. Sedan. 325
1880 Marquette Coupe, r. s.. 675
1880 Buick Std. De Luxe Cpe i ,050
1929 Buick Std. Coach. zee. TOO
1929 Buick Std. Coupe, r. S.. $50
1880 Ford Tudor. 395
1928 Studebaker Pres. 8 Sdn. TOO
1015-1111 14TH ST. N. W.
National $500.
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MARQUETTE

MARQUETTE 1880 4.DooR SEDAN: Sev
tires; finish like new; motor perfect;
priced low: terms and trade. EMERSON
& ORME. 18th and M SITS
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H'CRL Model A Tudor $3.50 splendid col
dition Decatur 3H4O after Q.
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CASH LOAN IMMEDIATELY
1929 to 1881 models. year to pay:
no additional charges. Compare our rates
first. See Mr.. BARNES. 1729 14th