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Evening star., 1931-12-29
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6-ROOM BUNGALOW, AMI. sEMI-sUBUR-
ban, very desirable. with garage; only $50
Shepherd 2408
FOR RENT-NEARBY VA AND MD; Arm,
S45; rms, ba., Takoma Park, $50, Full
TON R. GORDON Peo. 1ns. Bldg' DIS.
large Ttt rooms, : baths. veranda, garage, sa5.
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443 DECATUR ST. N.W-,BEAUTIFUL; SIX
rooms, bath and garage; large concTete GEL
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ba.. maids room, 2-car garage. lg. lot
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hot-Water heat; good condition; immediate
possession; $3.50. National 1882.
Evening star., 1931-12-29

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bsf as rent, E. NJ. AIKEN; e27 18th ST..
Nat 3556: evenings. wisconsin 1898.
Evening star., 1931-12-29
SALE--HOUSES.

coToRFD-4 AND S ROOM BUNGALOWS;
a mi; 500 and $50 cash, balance $50 and
S35 n month. See me. CHARLES =. A.
LONGUS, Agent. 4o3S Bennins ra. ne. Fhone
Evening star., 1931-12-29
OFFICES AND STUDIOS.

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able for any business. Nat, 5949 30
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
|LUTHERANS ARE
 NOT SATISFIED AT FEDERATION
They Face a Battle at New Haven To-day Over Birth Control Dispute

New Haven. Conn, June 4-(UP) The United Lutheran Synod of New York, in annual convention here, faced a battle on the issue of birth control yesterday after heated debate on the question of whether the synod should withdraw from the Federal Council of Churches be- cause of the latter's stand on that matter.
 A resolution calling for memor- ializing the United Lutheran Church of America on withdrawal from the federal council was tabled yester- day but the synod voted for reso- lution calling upon the executive committee of the synod to review the relationship between the church and the federal council.
 Dr Charles D. Trexler, pastor of the Lutheran church of St James, New York city, told 700 delegates from New York. New Jersey, Con- necticut and Massachusetts that he had grown tired of having men who represent an entirely different spirit present their views on moral issues as though they were speak ing for the entire Protestant church."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
DRY MAYOR WAS INTERESTED IN
 WINE CELLARS
Asked More Questions Than Any of the Others as Process Was Explained to Them

Rheims, France, June 4-(UP)- Americas visiting mayors refrained from dining in the famous wine caves here today and chose a restau- rant instead. Following the meal. however. they visited seemingly end- less caverns where were stored fine champagne bearing the labels of Pommery, Mumms and Heidsick. Mayor John c. Potter of Los Ange- les the outstanding "dry" of the group, at first expressed indifference to the whole subject of wine produc- ton. explaining that this was be- cause "I have seen so much wine grown in California"
 During the process of explanation. however, he followed the discussion in its smallest details and asked more questions than anybody else The mayors visited the famed cath edral of Rheims under guidance or the auxiliary bishop of Neveux. From the cathedral they went 10 visit the American hospital, and In the afternoon they were to go 10 lille
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Slayer Of Man
 In Speakeasy
 Was Sentenced
AZIONE CATTOLICA Is DESCRIBED BY <
 OFFICIALS

Rome, June A. (UP)-Thc Azione Cattolica is an Organiza. ton of Catholic laymen in Italy described as devoted to the work of the church and purely religious in character.
 The Catholic Young Mems so. ciety is a branch of the Azionc Cattolica (Catholic Action). It Is this branch which has been ate tackled by the fascists on charges of political activity.
 The population of Italy Is pre- dominantly Catholic.
 The national fascist party, founded by Bcnlto Mussolini in 1919, Is the only legal political organization in Italy. It has strong organization but member ship is limited to the energetic workers of the black shirt regime just as the communist party in Soviet Russia Is limited to q com-' paratively small percentage or the population.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
John Rusiaway Shot and Killed Andrew Ponchi- nOnck in Wet Resort on North Elm Street-Was Allowed to Enter Plea of Manslaughter GIVEN FROM TWO
 TO FOUR YEARS

Daily consumption of 25 drinks of liquor so clouded the brain of John Rusiawey, 38, that he was bordering on delirium tremens when he shot Andrew Ponchinonck, 38. of 95 Oak street. on March 9th, coun- sel for the accused stated in super for court this morning. Judge Frank P. McEvoy sentenced Russia wey from two to four years in states prison on manslaughter charges.
 Rusiawey was bound over to su- peyior court on murder charges but States Attorney Lawrence l.. Lewis said he was satisfied to accept plea on manslaughter charges after a thorough investigation and follow ins a conference with medical au- thorities and counsel. Attorneys James M. Lynch and Timothy s. Sul- livan represented Rusiawey.
 Nr Lewis read the report of Cor oner John T. Monzani in which the accused was held criminally respon-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Mrs. Lindbergh
 loAcconnpany
 Him On Flight
LINDBERGH WILL DO THE TRICK SAYS
 FORMER PAL

Springfield, III, June 4-(UP) -Col Charles A. Lindbergh twill make that flight across the Paci- fic just like nothing" Craig Isbell a flying pal of Lindbergh in his early piloting days. said to-day.
 Hell make it-he always does," Isbell said when informed by the United Press of Lind bergh's plans for 8 trans-Pacific flight. Isbell is manager of the commercial airport here.
 "Slim won't need luck-the way he flies-but I wish him all the world of it." the Springfield flyer said.
 Several of Lindbergh's old fly ing companions, who now are carrying the airmail through Springfield from Chicago to St Louis, were at the airport to-day. They joined with Isbell in ex. pressing beliefs that "Slim" will be successful.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
SPORTSMAN OF BOSTON AWAITS
 HIS SENTENCE

New York, June 4.-(UP)- James M. Corbett. Boston realtor and sportsman. faces term of from six months to three years in prison after his conviction on a charge of assault in the third degree.
 His victim was James P. Quinn, Jr, aviation pilot who was named co-responent in a divorce action filed by Corbett. Quinn was said to have been lured to the Bronx where he was beaten by Corbett. Edward Kline, Arthur Hamel and Edward Kendall. who are under stood to have pleaded guilty rather than stand trial.
 Corbett was remanded to jail to await sentence June 19.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
OLD ST LOUIS
 HOSTELRY WAS
 ON FIRE TO-DAY

St Louis, June - (UP) More than 76 guests of the Beers hotel. q 50-year-old brick structure in the uptown theater district, were forced to flee in their night clothes today when fire broke out in the furnace room, filled corridors with smoke and destroyed a portion of the build- ing. Several women were carried down firescapes. Among them was 92-year-old Mrs Theresa Carragien. She was reported in serious condi- tion due to shock after being over come by smoke.
 Many of the guests lost all their belongings and watched the fire from the street clad only in night clothes and blankets. A neighboring hotel and a theater were used as temporary quarters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
DANIEL MURDOCH SEVERELY HURT
 BEFORE DEATH

New York, June 4.-(UP)-The autopsy on the body of Daniel R. w. Murdock, prominent radio manu- facturer and politician of Everett, Mass, who was found dead in his room at the Hotel Commodore, dis closed here to-day that he had been |severely injured.
 Dr Thomas Gonzales, acting chief medical examiner reported to the police of the 51st street station that examination of Murdock's body showed the following injuries:
 Fractured right side of skull, nose and lip abrasion, laceration of the right hand and hemmorhages of the brain.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04

 IS DOOMED
 FOR MAYOR
Another Candidate Has Joined the Great Throng That Already Has Been Mentioned for the Repub- lican Mayoralty Nomina- ton

Police Commissioner Ernest A. former state senator from this city representing the 18th dis trict, was being boomed from sev- eral angles today for the g. o. D. mayoralty nomination. Ex-Senator Anderson is we'll known throughout the city, both in the republican and democratic parties, and those back ing the movement to have him take the nomination feel that he would make strong candidate.
 Whether or not MT Anderson would consider the nomination is a matter of doubt at the present time, judging from reports. When talked with this morning, he stated that he is undecided at the present time.
 Commissioner Anderson was until recently prominently connected with the American Brass Company. He is no longer an active member of
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04

Niagara Falls, N. Y. June A. .UP)-Two Illinois youths who came here two weeks ago in search Of work were heroes today along the Niagara frontier.
 Edward Di Ruscio, 20. and his cousin Leonard Di Ruscio, 23, both of Chicago Heights, waded to fame through the upper Niagara rapids, 50 feet above the American falls, when they dragged to safety a wo- man who had thrown herself into the stream.
 The rescue was described by Fran cis Seyfried, superintendent of the Niagara State reservation. where the rescue was made, as the first during his administration with glory at- tached to it.
 s'The boys, especially the younger, were noble," Seyfried said. "They went in that river without any thought to the danger they were in'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Conqueror of Atlantic N0ti- fies the State Depart ment - Will Cross By Easy Stages - Baby Lindbergh Will Not GO With Them
PLANS ARE NOW
 BEING PREP AIRED

Washington. June 4 - (UP) = Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh. who won fame four years ago by making the first nonstop flight across the Atlantic. is making plans to fly across the Pacific with his wife and tour Japan and China. it was learned today at the State Department.
 Lindbergh outlined his plans to- day to the State Department. ex- blaming he would cross the Pacific by easy stages avoiding long over- water flight. His definite route has not been worked out. but he is ex- pected to follow the northern route.
 Lindbergh told undersecretary of
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
SUBMARINE AT
 PROVlNCETOWN
First Leg of Under the Ice Craft Has Been Success fully Accomplished

Proyincetown. Mass, June 4- (IJP) The submarine Nautilus, which Sir Hubert Wilkins plans to sail to the North Pole. arrived here early to-day to prepare for stand ardization tests on the measured mile course off Wood End coast guard station.
 The submarine, which left New London, Conn, yesterday. was con- yoyed by the coast guard destroyer show. Following the tests the sub marine may leave directly for Spitz- bergen. The Nautilus Is commanded by Lieutenant Sloan Danehower, U. s. N,. ana carries crew of 20.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Mortimer l.. Schiff,
 Philanthropist And
 Banker, Found Dead

Railway, he spent two years in London and Hamburg studying European banking methods. He had been a partner in Kuhn. Loeb & Go since January l, 1900.
 Schiff was a director of the American and Continental corpora- tion. Los Angeles. & Salt Lake Rail- road, New York Foundation.W Vest ern Union Telegraph Company. Pac- fife oil Company, Chemical Bank & Trust Company and the Chemical Safe Deposit Company.
 He was member of the New York Stock exchange, ice-president of the Chamber of Commerce. of New York state; trustee of the Baron De Hirsch found and the Prevalent Loan society of New York and president of the Jewish Board of Guardians.
 He had homes at 932 Fifth avenue and at Oyster Bay.
 Schiff married Adelie c. Neustadt, of New York. April 30. 1901. She Is now in Europe.
 At his office today it was said
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
CHICAGO MAYOR
 SEEKING HELP
Legislature Refused So Cermak Calls for an Em- ergency Conference

Chicago. June 4-(UP)-Refusal of the state legislature to give Chi- cago and Cook county immediate aid in their financial difficulties led to-day to the calling by Mayor An- ton J. Cermak of an emergency con- ference of state. city and county officials "to iron out petty differ ences" in an effort to avoid "certain economic chaos"
 Cermak went before the house revenue committee at Springfield. explained that Chicago had no money and could not borrow any and requested immediate legislative action.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04

New York, June 4-(UP)-Mort. inner L. Schiff, noted financier and philanthropist, died today at his home at Oyster Bay, l.. I.
 Schiff, 54, was partner in Kuhn. Loeb & Go. A member of the New York Stock exchange, active in sev- eral large business enterprises, and member of several clubs.
 He was noted for his philanthropic work.
 The banker was found dead sitting upright in a chair in his bedroom. He apparently had succumbed to a heart attack.
 One of his chief intrests was the Boy Scouts of America, of which he was recently made president. He had previously been vice-president.
 Borne in New York June 5. 1877, the son of Jacob Henry and Theresa Loeb Schiff, he entered the class of 1896 at Amherst college, from which he received an honorary degree of master of arts in 1906.
 After studying railroading with the New York, Ontario & Western Railway and the Great Northern
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
DAVIS CUP TEAM HAS BEEN PICKED
 BY COMMITTEE
Frank Shields, Sidney B. Wood, George Lott and John Van Ryn Are the Selections

New York, June 4.-(UP).-The 1881 United States Davis cup squad will be composed of Frank Shields, New York, Sidney B. Wood. also of New York, George Lott of Phila- delphia, and Johnny Van Ryn of East Orange, N. J., the Davis cup selection committee of the U. s. L.. T. A.. announced to-day.
 Shields and Wood, second and fourth ranking players respectively, in the country, will sail for Europe tomorrow night aboard the Isle de France, where they will join Lott and Van Ryn who sailed a month or more ago to participate in the French hard -court championships.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
SLAYER DURINGER WILL JOIN HIS CHUM TWO-GUN CROWLEY
 IN THE CHAMBER OF DEATH

New York. June 4.-(UP)-Ru- dolph c. Duringer. 220-pound truck driver, was found guilty to-day of murder in the first degree for the slaying of Virginia Brannen. Harlem dance hall hostess. with manda- tory sentence of death in the electric chair. The jurors deliberated for g hours. Miss Brannen's bullet pierced body was found behind the wall of St Joseph's seminary near ly two months ago. Duringer was accused of the murder by two youths and was arrested with Fran cis tTwo Gun) Crowley. now await Ing execution in the death house at Sing Sing for the murder of a policeman. on May [. after a police siege of nearly two hours on their
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
BEDFORD ESTATE
 GOES TO FAMILY
Over $2,O0O,O00 Had Been Given Away in Charity While He Lived

Westport. Conn June 4-(UP)- The entire estate Of Edward T. Bed- ford, who gave more than $2.O00,00o to charity during his lifetime. was left to his family. with the excep- ton of gifts to servants. nder the terms of his will. filed for probate here.
 The pioneer oil mans will provided for maintenance of the famous Bed ford gardens as pblic park. Bed- ford died May 21.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
VIVIAN GORDON
 SLAYERSI WERE
 BEFORE COURT
After One Juror Was Pick ed Case Was Adjourned Threat to Put Witness ,"On Spot

New York, June 4.-(UP).-Harry Stein and Samuel Greenberg. alias Greenbauer, went on trial in a heavily guarded Bronx courtroom to- day charged with the murder of Vivian Gordon, Broadway butterfly. After the first juror had been se- lected, Supreme Court Justice Albert Cohn ordered court adjourned until Monday. A defense plea for several weeks delay was denied.
 A rumor that Harry Schlitten. the taxi driver who says he was driving the cab in which Miss Gordon rode to her death, would be put Ion the spot" for ''squeaiing" led District Att torney Charles B. Mclaughlin to re- quest extra protection for his wit ness.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
NEWFOUNDLAND
 SWEEPSTAKES
Full Legal Sanction Has Been Granted and Prizes Will All Be Paid

St Johns. Newfoundland, June 4 -OUP)-Full legal sanction for the Oldest Colony Hospital Trust Sweep stakes has been obtained and prize money will be paid from $133.000 now on bank deposit, F. J. Bartlett. secretary of the Oldest Colony Truso said to-day.
 He said rumors to the contrary were unfounded. as the sweepstake Is conducted under the laws Of which is a separate colony from Canada. Licenses for both the derby sweep and a St Leger sweep to follow have been granted and approved.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Jack Delaney Camp Drawn Into Death
 Of Former Senator

The day after the disappearance of Arrigoni, whose body is believed to lie in 50 to 90 feet of water in the lake, a foul play theory was consid- cred. But after questioning the missing mans three companions. MT and Mrs George Billings of Long Island City, N. Y.. and Miss Cath crime Hance of Red Bank, N. J., Sheriff Frederick Elliott of Belknap county said he was satisfied Arrigoni met accidnetal death and withdrew from the inquiry.
 To-day, however, the inquiry had been resumed by the attorney-gen- erals office at the behest of relatives of the dead man. with the foul play
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
FIREMEN CARRY
 HER TO SAFETY
Invalid Woman Taken Out of Building That Was Burned Down

Melrose, Mass. June 4-UP)- Bremen last night carried Mrs Mary Lyons, an invalid. to safety when Ire destroyed 3-story building hous- ing the Melrose Hardware company on the ground floor and several fom- flies in upper apartments.
 The blaze was first discovered by an engineer on a passing Boston & Maine railroad train. He blew a se- ries of whistles to attract the atten- ton of a taxi driver who turned In
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
DOCTOR DEELY
 MURDER IS NOT
 YET CLEARED UP
Police Search for Missing Filipino Butler and Are Also Following Up Other Clues

New York, June 4-(UP)-The murder of Dr George Edward Deely, prominent Brooklyn physician. ear- ly Tuesday morning remained un- solved to-day. While police con- tinued their search for George Damico, the doctors discharged Filipino butler, they sought clues which might lead to other suspects. Several persons were questioned during the night and early to-day.
 The physicians pajama-clad body was found in his fashionable apart ment. There were stab wounds in the neck and abdomen and evil dences of a struggle. Detectives searched Newark. Jersey City and Trenton for Damico without avail. His furnished room in Brooklyn is being watched. He Is wanted on homicide charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
German Seaplane Has Fallen Into
 Sea Somewhere
The Do-X Sent Word That It Was Falling Off Cape Verdi Islands = 60 Miles Out and Asked for Aid

A shiny old horseshoe hung in the navigation room of the flying yacht DO-x by Captain Friedrich Chris tiansen has brought little luck to his command. While 1t has suffered but one major catastrophe-,re at Lis bon last November, which destroyed a wing-there has been a series of mishaps of one sort or another, caus- ing forced landings and number of searches.
 Original plans called for Lieuten- ant Clarence H. Schildhauer, former U. s. navy officer, to pilot the 12- engined craft across the Atlantic last August. There were successive de- lays to November and then the fire caused virtual rebuilding of the ship
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
Two Jobless Youths Are Heroes To-day To People
 Around Niagara Falls

and it was only afterwards, while they were drying their clothes, that they realized it. Then they were trembling like a leaf"
 Seyfried pointed out that the water over the rapids was deeper yester- day than in three or four months. It was on the level of two or three feet. he said, with many holes hid den along the rocks.
 "The younger< boy stepped into one of those holes and the current knocked him down." Seyfried said. "He almost went over the falls him. self. Both appear to be decent chaps and they deserve plenty of credit.
 The woman who was rescued re- fused to give her name when she first was taken to St Mary's hospitai. She asked to be listed as Miss Smith," but later she was identified as Miss Bertha Smith, sister of Mrs
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04

Washington, June A. -(UP)-At- torney General Mitchell's campaign against Chicago's gangsters, which already has brought eight into the hands of the law, has focused now with intensity upon Al Capone. Of- ficials express confidence they will be able to bring the gang leader to bay with the income tax weapon which was successful in rounding up eight of his associates, including his brother Ralph who was sem fenced to three years in jail.
 Fifteen accountants and lawyers of the treasury's income tax force have been put to work to locate Capones' bank account. The gang ster chieftain. 1t was learned. has
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
DANGER IS GIVEN
 $5O,OOO AWARD
 AGAINST FOX co
Jury Watched Him PirOu- cite in Studio of Theater and Then Gave Verdict

Washington, June - (UP) - Because he can no longer pirouette seven times. Alberto Kellman Fer reyros, known to his public as De Lima. has been awarded $50,000 damages against the Fox Theatres Corporation.
 A jury journeyed to the Fox stu dio here and watched a film of Ferreyros dancing in a Greenwich Village cafe 10 months after his in- jury in an elevator at the Fox Thea ter. The dancer admitted authen- ticity of the film, but said he could no longer dance as well as before the second toe on his left foot be- came crippled, and the jury believed him,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
WASHINGTON OFFICIALS MAKE DESPERATE EFFORTS TO GET
 AL CAPONE INTO PRISON CELL

paid no income taxes and revenue officials assume that he has amassed considerable wealth.
 Violation of the income tax law carries penalties up to five years. Violations range from alleged fall 'ure to make a return to Justification of the return. Ralph Capone was convicted on a charge of falsifying an adjustment he made with the treasury on his income tax. The cir cult court at Chicago is expected soon to hand down a decision on his appeal. If the present force of ex- perts engaged in tracing Capone's financial affairs fail. then 1t can not be done. in tfre opinion of those ac- quainted with the character of their work.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-04
MRS ELLA BOOLE
 WILL PRESIDE AT
 TORONTO TO-DAY

Toronto, Ont. June 4--(UP)-A thousand members of the W. c. T. U. representing 30 countries. gathered in Toronto today for the opening of organizations world convention.
 Mrs Ella A. Boole, Brooklyn, N. Y, first vice. president. will preside at the sessions in the absence of Miss Anna Adams Gordon. world president, who is i'll in New York. One of the featured speakers is Mrs Mary Harris Armour, Macon, Ga. known as "the womon who made Georgia dry" Mrs Armour will tell her personal observation of the ben, efits of prohibition In the uniteo States.