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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
BY ELMER c. WALZER (EJnited Press Financial Editor)

New York, Dec 14-(UP)-A break of to 22 points in bank stocks, a demoralized bond market with United States government is- sues at new lows and an cratic wheat market combined to-day to send the stock market to new low levels for the major decline after an early spirited rally.
 A break in Japanese yen fol- lowed Japan's decision to go off the gold standard. The latter also brought sharp break to new lows in Japanese bonds. Rumors in Wall street that Canada official lv would go off the gold standard sent the Canadian dollar down to a discount of IS 3-4 per cent.
 Steel common dropped to d new low since 1915 at Al 3-4 off IA and the preferred broke below par for the first time since 1908. American Telephone made new low since 1923 at 120 off 3 1-2. General Electric made record
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
PRISON FAILS TO SCARE APPLICANT
Local Man Is Willing To Serve
 At Leavenworth
Takes Exam Here To-day in Effort to Qualify at the Big House. e"-Three in All Appear at Post Office to Check Qualifications With Uncle Same

i "millionaire's club" is supported to exist and other places which break into the limelight now and then. Notwithstanding the publicity given last week over that little af- fair at Leavenworth where the warden was shot and three convicts killed, two captured and one still missing, three husky candidates ap- peared at the local post office and took the examinations for appoint ment to the penitentiary service. The jobs pay $1,800 per annum.
 Waterbury produced one candi- date, who is willing to be appoint ed to Leavenworth or any other federal prison. They're all alike to him. Bristol and Cheshire had one applicant apiece. The trio were examined at the local post office office building as to their mental and physical qualifications. The test emphasizes physical fitness particularly. The mental require ments are not so difficult. It is possible that one or all of the three local candidates may qualify for appointment.
 If federal investigation accom- plishes anything at Leavenworth it Is possible that some vacancies may exist, but 1t is another question whether any of the newly appoint ed guards will be sent from this section of the country. The three applicants of Saturday are willing to take their chances. They are interested at present in making the grade. Where they win eventually hang their hats as employees of Uncle Sam is not any particular importance as yet.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
THOMASTON

The Thomaston Tigers football team a junior eleven organized in town this season held their ban quet at the Rod & Gun club home in Plymouth last Saturday evening. The members of the team and their invited guest gathered at the large farm house which has been recent joyed fine turkey supper. Daniel F. Gearin was toastmaster and called on the members of the team for remarks following the meal. Charles Glennon was elected to captain of the team for the 1882 season and Paul Gearin was re- elected manager for another year. The team enjoyed a fine season and won every game, defeating Chick Lawson's Lumberman of Water town a much larger team on Thanksgiving day.
 American Legion Plans Benefit
 Games.
 The American Legion are work ing hard for relief funds for their Christmas charity program, and have arranged a benefit game of basketball in the high school gym for Monday evening December 21st. two games will be played the Thmaston Girls club will play the school of the Deaf of West Hart ford, and the K. of c. Boys club will play the Junior Republic team of Litchfield.
 TE.omaston Ponies Banquet Thurs
 day Evening.
 The Ponies football team and their invited guests will bring the present season to a close with a banquet at the Valhalio Inn on the Torrington road located about a mile and a half from town. On the same evening a captain of the team will be elected for the 1892 season. The Ponies enjoyed q great season Just passed, and for the first time were crowned the eeml- -prochnmpluons of the state. The members in charge of the plans for the banquet are going ahead
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Young O'Brien Was Again Sentenced To
 20 To 40 Years
Judge Said There Should Be No Mercy-fle Believed
 the Youth and His Family Committed Perjury

New York, Dec 14-(UP)- A freckled face 19 year old boy faced the bar today and for the second time in his short life was sentenc- ed to serve 20 to 40 years in Sing Sing prison.
 He was aPtrick O'Brien, whose close resemblance to Francis two Gun" Crowley, won him a new trial on a charge of participating in a drug store holdup. Crowley testi- fled for O'Brien but without avail.
 Judge Max s. Levine ignored the jury recommendation for mercy.
 Bandits young or old should re- ceive little consideration" he said.
 The courtroom was so crowded that O'Brien's mother and his three sisters, Eileen and Julia O'Brien and Mrs Mary Shileen, had to wait In the corridor. The news was passed back to them by spectators. Mrs O'Brien was faint and had to be held on her feet. The other women wept hysterically.
 O'Brien, his boyish face held in solemn lines, was more poised. He stood erect, looking the judge in the eye.
 Have you anything to say?"
 "Yes," said O'Brien promptly. "I am innocent of this charge. I have been wrongly accused.'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

His attorney pleaded for mercy. He said he had worked for o. Brien's vindication without com pensat.on because he believed him innocent. He presented a petition signed by several hundred citizens asking for mercy.
 Judge Levine cleared his throat and looked down at the boy.
 "The defendant is not entitled to leniency. believe he committed perjury and that members of his family aided him. In my 25 years experience in these courts, I know Of no defendant who has had a fairer trial. Bandits young or old, are potential murderers and should get little consideration. will send this petitioin to Governor Roose- welt. If he is willing to extend mercy it is within his power"
 O'Brien's attorney said he would immediately appeal to Roosevelt.
 O'Brien continued to look at the judge for moment and then walked over to the detention pen. He will be returned to Sing Sing Tuesday.
 O'Brien was accused of holding up @ druggist, Harry Obstgarten. and was sentenced originally to 20 to 40 years imprisonment. His new trial came after Crowley claimed Le had led the holdup.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
SIS, ,OOO Foreclosure
 Granted Finances Inc.
Former Local Man Loses Judgment To-day in Common
 Pleas

property involved is located in the rear of the old post office building on Grand street and runs from Cottage place through to Field street.
 Judge Finn decided law day should be set for about year from to-day in order that the de- fendant might have a chance to redeem the property. In grant, ing the long law day the court stated that inasmuch as the plain tiff held such a large equity, be- tween $12.000 and $40,00O and considering the streess of the times 1t appeared to him only natural that the defendant should be giv- en a chance to redeem.
 The plaintiff was represented at the hearing by Attorney Ma thaniel R. Bronson. Attorney Clayton l.. Klein represented the defendant. The property now has gas and parking station on 1t, as well as garage.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
DON'T QUOTE ME
(By United Press)

Washington, Dec 14.-(UP)- The very own book of the con- gressman and senator, the congress sional directory, is out. In this volume, published each time con- gress meets, the members of con- gress can tell of themselves the things they want known. It be- comes the repository, therefore, to which members confide the events of which they are proud. It is a revealing publication.
 Scrutiny reveals that Senator James John "Jim" Davis of Penn sylvania has the most to say for himself. He was 40 lines of biogra- phy, the longest in the volume. In position of longest biographer, he succeeds former Senator Cole Blease of South Carolina, who re- quired 43 lines to tell of his life and works in the last issue of the directory.
 Some of the most famed mem- bers of congress are the most mod est if their biographies.
 For instance, the Hon John N. Garner, first democratic speaker of the house in IS years, is chronicled as follows: "John Nance Garner, democrat, of Uvalde, was elected to the 5Sth, 59th, 60th, 61st 62nd. esd, (and so on) congress" And squat Fiorello LaGuardia of New York has only one his name as his biography "Fiorello H. LaGuardia. !"
 Impressive is the simplicity of Senator Hattie Caraway, Arkansas. It says:
 Jonesboro. widow of the late Sem ator Thaddeus Caraway." In the last congressional direc- tor there was no biography ap- pended to the late senator's name. In Who's Who" there is no men, ton of his wife.
 Rep Joe Grail, repn, Cal. takes pride in being twins. The biography states:
 Gle ) and his twin brother Charles s. Grail were born on Christmas eve. 1877; they have always dressed alike and are pleased to be mistaken one for the other; Gin the Spanish-American war) Joe was made a corporal and Charles, sergeant, which made 1t easier for the commanding officer to tell one from the other by their Dapper but flashy Ham" Lewis. democratic senator from Illinois, has more degrees than a thermo- meter. He records several of them and then-"has lesser degrees, uni- versailles in Ohio and Texas, and honorary degrees from countries in Europe"
 Senator smith W. Brookhart, rep. In, tells q sad story of how, In 1924, he was elected but was unelected when the senate "disre- gnrded the Iowa election laws" Oi course he adds the account of his subsequent victory.
 Rep Nathan Strong. repn. Penn, goes lp blg for the family tree;
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
DRUNKEN DRIVER
 GETS TWO MONTHS AND TOOK APPEA|
Going at Rate of 50 Mild an flour When Pulled His Second Offense

Fall River, Mass, Dec 14-(U Edward Le Blanc of 172 O street, Hartford, Conn, a hot painter, was sentenced to t months in jail when he plead guilty in district court to-day a drunken driving charge. He g pealed and was held in $5,000 bs
 Le Blanc was arrested last nie on the Fall River-New Bedfo road while enroute to his Hartfo home at an alleged speed of miles per hour, after visiting father in Fairhaven.
 It was his second offense. was convicted on similar char in New Bedford district court [ cember 2. 1928. and fined $100.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
KNOT TYING BOY
 SCOUT VICTIM OF OWN EXPERIMENT
Few Hours After Attend= ing Sunday School He Was Found Hanging From Limb of Tree

Northeast Harbor, Me, Dec 14- GU. P.)-Everett Allan, 14-year- old boy scout, was dead to-day, ap- parently victim of his own knot tying prowess. A few hours after he had attended Sunday school yes- terday his body was found hanging from the limb of a spruce tree on the summer estate of Mrs Harriet Eltinge of Philadelphia.
 After Investigating, authorities decided that the scout, a knot-ty- ing expert who spent much time experimenting with rope, had climbed the tree, place a moose around his neck, and fallen to his death. Allan's hands were tied be- ,hind his back but investigators said the boy undoubtedly bound them himself
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
WATERBURY PRODUCE
 MARKET
Furnished by Connecticut Depart
 ment of Agriculture-B. P.

Furnished by Connecticut Depart
 ment of Agriculture-B. P.
 Storrs, Local AgenD
 Monday, Dec IA, 1931-The egg price decline was continuing as the week opened. Liberal offerings from nearby sources of large eggs were on sale, some sellers with surplus supplies accepting buyers offers. Conn. Newlaid Fancy and Newlaid Mediums were marked down to 45 and 35 cents per dozen respectively. Other grade of large size natives were down accordingly. Medium size supplies were not as liberal and were clearing better than the large according to reports of many traders.
 Vegetables as class were firm and some of them higher. Cabbage, onions and tomatoes were the leaders in this group. Sellers were firm in holding for their prices for beets, celery. lettuce, par snips, potatoes, spinach, squash and rutabage turnips. Fruits re- mained liberal and weak for the bulk of the list.
 Unless otherwise stated quota- tiOns arc based on sales of good mcrchantable products to retailers by wholesalers or nearby produce ers.)
 FRUITS.
 Apples, Fancy, Mcintosh 2.25- 2.5O bu., Delicious and N. Spies 2.OO-2.25 bu., No. 1 Mcintosh 2.OO- 2.25 bu., Delicious and N. Spies 1.5O-1.75 bu., Baldwins 1.25-1.5O (few highcr) bu., others 1.OO-1.5O bu.: Utility. Mcintosh 1.75-1.9O bu.. Baldwins .S5-1.1O bu., others .75- 1.1O bu.; cranbcrrics 2.OO-2.25 box.
 VEGETABLES.
 Beans, green 2.5O-3.O0 bu.; bccts, cut .0O-1.OO bu., punched .75-.85 doz.; cabbage, white 1.8O-1.9O cwt., savoy .60-.9O box; carrots, washed 1.OO-f.25 bu.; cauiiflower 2.OO-2.5O doz.; celery, hearts 1.OO-1.25 doz., rounds .75-1.OO dOz.; lettuce, ice- berg 4.OO-4.5O crate; onions 1.75- 2.10 bu.; parsnips, washed 1.5O- i1.75 bu.; potatoes, native .7O-.76 bu.. Maine 1.O5-1.f5 cwt.; squash 2.50-3.5O cwt.; turnips and ruta. bages .75-.0O.; spinach 1.15-1.65 bu.
 POULTRY PRODUCTS.
 Conn. eggs per doz.; Ncwlald Fancy AS; Special .43-.45; Extra .4O-.43; Gathered .3S-.42; Ncwlaid Medium .35; mediums .3O-.35; pul. lets .28-.3O; western iirst-extra .28. .3E; live, fowl .1s-.23 h., chickens .f8.23 lb., turkeys .35..4O h.. ducks .f8-.2a lb., geese .2O-.23 h.; dressed fowl .27..3O h.. chickens .3O..3H h., turkeys, Conn. Natice Fancy .an | lh swaaffrn 9O.. .3a Ih hufks 0k .2s h., geese .2S-.32 Ib.
 LIVESTOCK and MEATS. 1 Butcher stock, c0ws .O2-.M lb. calves .0e-.fl Ib.: nleats, beef III. .f7M ib., veal .ii-.i5 lb.. lamb 1T. .fS b.. pork, ioiIs :.O..Ia ib., pork local llFrascd .OD..Ii ib.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
CONFIRMATION AGREEMENTS

The following compensation agreements were filed today at the office of Commissioner Frederic M. Williams: American Mills Com pany and Hubert A. Edwards of IA Middle street, back injury, $14.92 weekly; Franco American Coal Company and Arthur Cic- carelli of 65 Sumac street, hand in- jury, SIP weekly; Mutual Aid Un- employment Fund. Iic., and John Daly of 101 Franklin street, knee injury, $6 weekly; American Ring ComSany and Francis Donovan of Thomaston, side injury, $S weekly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
ENGLISH TOMMIES
 STILL IN FRANC
By NEA Service

Paris, = The war has been oy for 13 years, but France still h ample evidence of England's aid the conflict in some 62,O0O Br ishers. for the most part ex-soldis who are living here.
 When the war was over Englal called it's troops home, but call of some of the French mad moiselles was even greater tn that of their native land, and tn are now working in France to su port a French wife and children
 For the most part these En fish ex-service men work as aut mobile drivers. interpreters, guid In small shops and cafes, or orga tze small business of their owl
 To organize these men, the Br ish Legion has been established France, with a membership HOO, and this outfit does a lot aid the ex-soldiers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

perfecting plans for the best afr: ever staged by the local cil There will be special features entertainment and a turkey dim will be served by Buster" Mort the new manager of the inn.
 Officials Wili Give Services.
 The American Legion will ha the High school gym for tn, benefit game fire of charge and expense other than the transport ton of the out-of-town teams W be incurred. The proceeds from t games will be used for unemplo ed.
 Basketball Tuesday Evening.
 The Thomaston High schs basketball team will play { Plninville High school team on t high school court Tuesday eveniI Annua Meeting Of Scottish socil
 Club.
 The Scottish Social club will ht It's annual meeting at the Anne can Legion home Wednesday eA ming. The officers for the ensuI year will be nominated. and pla for the New Years party will made.
 Election of Osiiccrs. The Italian American club hold q meeting at their club rod this evening at 6 o'clock, when election of officers for the ensu1 year will be held.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
NAVY CAPTAINS
 ARE MADE INTO
 REAR ADMIRALS

Washington, Dec 14-(UP)- Elevation of 10 navy captains to the rank of rear admiral was an- nounced to-day in appointments sent by President Hoover to the senate for confirmation.
 The new admirals are Edgar B. Larimer, to be chief of ordnance; Samuel M. Robinson, to be engi- neer-in- chief; William c. Watts, Joseph K. Taussig, Edward c. Kalbfus, Yancey s. Williams Claude c. Bloch, Clark H. Wood ward, James l.. Leys and Charles F. Kindleberger.
 Edward Corsi of New York and Alexander Maxwell of Pennsyl- vania were nominated to be com missioners of immigration
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
YOUNG BRIDE
 FALLS TO DEATH

Fairfield, Conn, Dec 14-(UP)- Victim of a three-story fall, Mrs Grace 10th. 19, bride of seven months, died at St vincent's hospi- tai. Bridgeport. to-day.
 Her husband. stephen 10th. said he saw her leap or fall from the porch of their apartment last night. She had finished supper, he said. and walked to the porch. He followed her but arrived too late to prevent the fall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
ONE FIRE YESTERDAY AND
 ANOTHER THIS MORNING

Hot ashes started a small fire this morning at 10:3S o'clock at the home of James Mccarthy of 75 Fairfax street. An alarm was re- ceived at 10:3S o'clock for the in- cident and two companies of ap- paratus responded. Yesterday af- ternoon at $40 o'clock apparatus was sent to the residence of Mat thew kerrigan of 59 Avon avenue. Heat from a kitchen range ignited the flooring. Only slight damage resulted,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
No Flask Toters In
 The House He Said

Washington, Dec. 14.-(UP).- There are no flask toters" in the house of representatives, Represen- tative Underhill, republican, Massa- chusetts, declared in a speech to- day.
 Underhill replied to Representa- tive Sweeney, democrat, Ohio. a new member who recently lectured the house and insinuated that some members took drinks in the cloak room before delivering prohibition speeches.
 Sweeney's address was ''an in- suit to men of the house." Under
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
NINETEEN KILLED

Boston, December IA - (UP) Nineteen persons were killed automobile accidents in Massacl setts last week, according to report of Morgan T. Ryan. reg trar of motor vehicles. This V six more than for the previ, week and two less than in the c responding period of 1880.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
FATHER AND HIS SON DEAD AFTER
 AUTO ACCIDENT

Ansonia, Conn, Dec 14-(U. P.) An automobile plunged into a canal last night in a wild flight from the scene of minor accident, carrying a father and son to their death. The victims were Adolph Matchulot, 47, and his son, Walter. 8, both of this city.
 Police said Matchulot's touring car sideswiped another machine and he turned out the lights of his car and sped away. The car failed to negotiate a turn into North Fourth street and rolled into the canal of the Ansonia Land and Water Power Company.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Fire Destroyed
 Christmas Candy Plumber Started Blaze While Searching for
 Gas Leak

A quantity of Christmas candy was destroyed early this afternoon when fire broke out in the cellar of a wholesale house at the corner of Scovill and Spring streets. A lively blaze was in progress when the firemen arrived.
 It was reported that a plumber went looking for a gas leak with 2 lighted candle. When he found" it the firemen were called in to save the building. The alarm was received at headquarters at 2:07 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Winston Churchill More Badly Injured
 Than Was Believed

lecture engagements at the Broo lyn academy tonight and town h tomorrow night.
 Following q thorough examir tion, attending physicians a nounced shortly after noon tod he probably will be unable to active work for several weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Finances. Inc, of this city was allowed a foreclosure judgment of $18,109.59 against Joseph Cunning ham. formerly of Waterbury fol- lowing q lengthy hearing before Judge Edward J. Finn in the com mon pleas court this morning. The
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

hill declared.
 "There are no flask toters here" !" he said. "Canards such as are re- peated here are bringing discredit to this great body. It is reflection on every member, whether wet or dry"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
NAUGATUCK WOMAN INJURI
 BY ELECTRIC LIGHT BUl

Mrs Mary Connors of Andr, avenue. Naugatuck, received trei ment at the Waterbury hospital 1 day for laceratoins of the left hal She was injured when an elect light bulb fell from a fixture a struck her,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Because many sheep have been bitten to death at night in the Glogher district of Ireland, magis- trates have warned dog owners to keep their animals under control at night of be subject to heavy fines
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Have you an ambition to a guard at one of Uncle Sam's "pala- tial prisons" Leavenworth, where convicts take the warden for a ride occasionally Atlanta, where a
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
HELPED COLD STANDARD

When Worksop opened it's an. nual fair lt did SO for the first time in centuries without the ofil- cili proclamation being read. the crler falling to appear.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

MT and Mrs William C.. Wall, Of Pontnewynydd, Wales, who were married 5S years ago and who died within two days of each other, were buried in the same grave.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Christmas Every Day
 In The Year Comes
 To Kentucky Town

to live all year through and now we get our mali to our door, even if the post office rush at Christmas is over."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
EARLY TRADING

New York, Dec 14.-(UP)-Vol- ume increased on the stock ex- irregularly lower. Blocks of 1000 to 5000 shares representing liquida- tion came out on the tickers and trading continued on large scale in subsequent dealings with prices hefSinf TSe iirst iGweri saie of U. $. Steel was made at 4s% off 1s and the stock later fell toward it's 16-year low of 43 made Saturday. Other leaders were down fractions to point.
 New lows on the. major decline were made by Marine Midland at 101s off H; Woolworth 41 off % Alleghany Corporation 11a off K United Gas Improvement 17A off
 Railroad shares held about steady on expectation of favorable agree ment with unions on wage reduc- tlons in the near future. Execu- tives to-day wereto appoint com mittee in further conferences em' powered to act on the wage uues' tion. Previous conferees had n' power to accept terms of wage cut.
 A few issues moved against tho trend. including Homestake Mining Du Pont. General Motors. Standar' oil of New Jersey. Anaconda, Kro ger Grocery, Union Carbide. an, Auburn Auto.
 After the early shakeout, thu list steadied. Steel firmed up iron it's low and General Motors met bet ter demand, largely from shorts Volume continued relatively heavy
 HELPED GOLD STANDARD London. Dec 14.-(UP)-Secreta of Treasury Melons statemen that European debts to the United States should be revised to allow for differences in the present rate of exchange against them was cred. tied to-day with Q rally of TX cents in the price of the pound sterling.
 The pound opened to-day ai S3.45h compared with Saturday'i close at s337A.
 The French franc opened at s7N compared with Saturdays close al SEA.
 The Japanese yen was not quoted officially but unofficial quotations were around two shiilings and three pence, about 3S cents at to.day's exchange.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Christmas, Kentucky, Dec 14.- (UP)-Christmas every day in the vaari