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Seward daily gateway., 1931-12-21
SPECULATION IN FOODSTUFFS

In tackGng the problem of suppressing bear raids the wheat market President Hoover displays laudbe courage, and initiates movement which promises to have farreaching effect than all efforts at sab zaton by the Farm Board.
 Most everyone is infected with the gambling spirit and with properly applied it becomes of the most potent forces of progress Yet there limitations which 1t may go before it encroaches upon dangerous precincts Juggling with mans bread it one of them
 There is marked distinction between specuating In stocks and bonds and manipulating the basic elements in mans daily life In this latter respect the President is apty fortified through his experience in contact with famine and hunger in Belgium an experience few of those who make pawns of vital necessities of life have undergone.
 In the palmiest days of frontier gambling even the hardest dealer refused to allow the of family to gam be with the bread of his children But the food specula tors have not reached this human equation.
 While the Farm Board is an experiment in an ur- usual situation, and has fallen short of what was hoped for it, the foundation has been laid for the creation of Jason between producer and consumer by which both will secure advantages
 Maybe the reason those thugs fingered too long at fashionable Chicago home that they surprised by the police that they absorbed in hearing friend wife tell friend husband what species he belonged to when he tTunlped her ace.
 It will soon be time for politicians to try and buy your vote with cheap cigar.
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Seward daily gateway., 1931-12-21

It will soon be time for politicians to try and buy your vote with cheap cigar.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09

A pontifical high mass of requi- em with Rt Rev Maurice F. Mc- Auliffe, auxiliary bishop of the d. ocese of Hartford as celebrant will be celebrated at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning as the Cath ollie church's tribute of honor to its beloved prelate, the late Rev William J. McGurk, rector of the Immaculate Conception church. whose death last evening has been made the occasion for statewide manifestations of sorrow. Three monsignori and nearly three score of priests are expected here Tor the obsequies. Laymen of. out standing importance in all profess sions and walks of life from all sections of the state and of all de. nominations will also be in attend ance. Special sections of the church will be reserved also for a large representation of sisters and nuns from the local convents. hospital, Catholic high school and Notre Dame Academy. .,
 The body of the late pastor will lie in state before the main altar of the beautiful church he was in- strumental in erecting and dedi- eating to the Immaculate Concep- tion, from 4 o'clock Tuesday after. noon to the hour of the pontifical mass. Guards of honor will be chosen from the various societies of the parish. Thousands are ex- pected to pass before the bier and gaze for the last time upon the features of the beloved priest who gave 46 years of his eventful life in the service of the Divine Master. So that the children of the parish, of St Mary's parochiai school and
 of the Waterbury Catholic Girls
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
Funeral Plans Call
 For Pontifical High
 Mass On Wednesday
Right Reverend Maurice F. McAuliffe Will Be Ceebrant '-Monsignor Duggan to Deliver Eulogy-Bmial in Hartford

high school might also participate in the tribute high mass of re- quiem will be celebrated at 8 O. clock Wednesday morning. There will be no morning sessions of the institutions out of respect for the deceased.
 Tomorrow evening the offices of the dead will be chanted in the church by the many priests of the city and nearby towns.
 Bishop McAuliffe will be assist ed in the celebration of the mass by the Rt Rev Monsignor Michael May of Norwich, who will be as- sisting priest; Rev Edward J. Brennan and Rev John J. Fitzger- ald of Waterbury, deacons of hon. or: Rev William O'Shea, superin- tendent of the Catholic Girls. high school, deacon; Rev James Tin mons of Hartford, subdeacon; Rt Rev Monsignor William Flynn, chancellor of the diocese will be master of ceremonies. assisted by Rev Francis ksough of Hartford. The eulogist will bo the Very Rev Monsignor Thomas s. Duggan of Hartford, a lifelong friend of the departed priest. Monsignor Duggan gave the eulogy on the oc- casion of Father McGurk's imme- diate predecessor as rector of the Immaculate Conception church, the late Rev Luke Fitzsimons. It was also Monsignor DIggan who delivered the sermon on the occa- sion of the laying of the corner stone of the new church on Aug ust 18th. 1926. He Is very able orator.
 Telegrams and messages of con- dolences have been received at
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
Rev. Wm. J. McCurk Passed To His Reward
 Early Last Evening
Permanent Rector of the Immaculate Conception Parish Died Sunday Night After Short lll- ness-Splendid Edi6ce Will Stand as Memorial to Priestly Work
BODY OF PRELATE
 TO LIE IN STATE

On the eve of the ninth anni- versary of his appointment as per manent rector of the Church of the Immaculate Conception of this city, Rev William J. MeGurk. 7Z, passed quietly away to his eternal reward last evening at the parochial rectory, 90 West Main street.
 For nearly a week the public had anticipated the death of the beloved prelate. who. for nearly half a century. has been one of the outstanding Catholic elergymen of Connecticut. Announcement of his critical condition after several months illness was made last Thursday and hundreds of solicit ous inquiries were made hourly as to developments. indicating a citywide concern. At 7:30 o'clock last evening Father McGurk breathed his last and the City of Waterbury and the diocese of Hart ford mourned with every manifes- tation of sineerest regret the de- mise of one of the states most prominent citizens and one of tho Catholic church's valiant sons.
 Father McGurk had been i'll for several months and his passing. while keenly regretted and widely
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
MODERN WILLIAM TELL PROVED TO
 BE BAD SHOOTER
Called Himself Expert So His Friend Put Bottle on Head to PrOve-Friend Dead

Rock Rapids, la. Nov 9.-UP) Because an attempt to play Will liam Tell with pistol and bottle instead of bow and arrow and ap- pie, went askew, George Marnette, 36, to-day was held on man. slaughter charges. Marnette and his friend James Dickinson, 27. were returning from hunting trip. They stopped at Lester, Iowa, for gasoline. Marnette picked up a pistol lying in the station.
 I'm an expert shot," he said.
 All right, William Tell" Dick inson said. "if you're so good shoot this bottle off my head"
 According to Deputy J. J. Me- Guire, the pair stepped outside. Dickinson put the bottle on his head and walked few paces away with his back to Marnette. The fired. Dickinson fell to the ground dead. The bullet had struck him in the head.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
FIVE DEATHS IN ACCIDENTS OVER
 THE WEEKEND
Several Were Injured in the Auto Crashes That Took Place Throughout State

New Haven, Conn, Nov 9-(UP) Highway accidents resulted in four deaths and numerous injuries in Connecticut over the weekend.
 Peter Metelsky. 2, died at Meri- den hospital from injuries received when he was struck by hit-and- run driver late yesterday. The driver was not apprehended.
 Frank Whiting. 60. Stamford, was killed at Greenwich. Saturday, when struck by an automobile driven by Gustav Greschel, Rye, N. Y. Greschel was held on a charge of manslaughter.
 Julius Horn, Bridgeport, died after he was struck by an automo- bile driven by Charles Whitney, Long Hill, Saturday. Whitney took Horn to a hospital before surren- dering to police.
 Standing on top of a truck. Mi- chael Chilabovsky, 45. Rockville, was killed yesterday when the ma chine went under a low bridge. His neck was broken.
 James Furphy. 70, of Riverside, died at Greenwich hospital, Sum day, of injuries received when he was struck by hit-and-run motor ist last Thursday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
EUGENE MEYER WINS YALE BOWL AWARD THIS YEAR

New Haven. Nov 9-(UP)-The Montclair Yale bowl. awarded an- nually to the Yale graduate "win- ming his " in life," will be pre- sented this year to Eugene Meyer, governor of the federal reserve board.
 Meyer was graduated from Yale in the class of 1895. He was a broker until called by President Wilson for war duty on the ad- visory commission of the council for national defense. He has since filled many important government tai posts.
 The award will be made at the annual party at Nick Roherts' old Yale barn at Montcliar. N. l.. Dec 6. It was won last year by Dr Har- vey Cushing. famous Boston neu- roloEiat and surgeon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
GLORIA SWANSON ILLEGALLY WED
 SAYS OFFICIAL
Town Clerk Who Issued License to Her and Michael Farmer Gives Reasons for Saying So

North Tarrytown. N. Y. Move g. tUP)-Gloria Swanson's marriage to Michael Farmer. wealthy Irish broker. at Elmsford on August 16. Is invalid. Edward F. Hennessey. Mount Pleasant township clerk who issued the license, said today.
 He gave two reasons for the in- validity:
 1. The license was issued in one township and the marriage was performed in another township, contrary to the New York state low.
 2. The ceremony was performed before the expiration of one year from the date of Miss Swanson's last divorce. from the Marquise De La Faliise De La Coudraye. con- trary to the order of the California supreme court.
 It was Miss swanson's fifth wed- ding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
COLLEGE PLAYER
 DROPPED FROM
 FOOTBALL TEAM
Leon FOuts of George Washington University Eleven Played Sunday Professional Football Under an Alias

Washington, Nov 9-(UP)-A college football player who played on Sundays as professional under an assumed name has been sum- Washington university squad.
 Jimmy Mitchell" the number 9 of the Mohawk team, played a brilliant game at fullback yester- day for the Mohawks against the Irvingtons of Baltimore, being largely responsible for the local teams victory But word reached George Washington authorities that "Mitchell'' bore resemblance to Leon Fouts of the G. w. squad so strong as to be uncanny.
 Investigation revealed that he was, in fact, Leon Fouts of Lincoln, Neb, third. string fullback on the university squad. He may now play with the Mohawks with a clear conscience.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
PURP0RTED PLOT FROM
 WAR SCENE
Moscow Says Japan Plots
 to Seize Chinese East- ern Railway, Jointly Owned By Russia and China to Anger SOviets

Moscow, Nov 9-CUP)-Uncon- firmed and unofficial reports from the east today told of purported plot to seize the Chinese Eastern railway in Manchuria = jointly owned by Russia and China. To draw the Soviet Union into the conflict.
 The reports were not accompan- ed by proof, but because of the tension, they were sufficient to arouse fear among Soviet officials that some provocatory action might accur along the Chinese eastern. O The story reaching here from Khabarocsk, on the Manchurian border, was that a member of the Japanese mission in Harbin on Nov. negotiated with the White Russian leader, Gen. Kosmin, to instigate White guard seizure of the Chinese Eastern.
 The aforementioned Japanese, the report said, invited Kosmin to organize an anti-soviet plot, Japan to supply the necessary money, arms and munitions. The White Guards would seize the Soviet con- sualte, the Chinese Eastern head
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
ART COLLECTOR GAVE MILLIONS
 TO INSTITUTE

New York. November g = (UP) - John Gellatly's wdiow, who said she had to borrow the money to defray his funeral expenses, plans to ask congress to reject the Sb,- 900, 900 art collection he gave the Smithsonian institution. Tn 1923 Ceilatly crowned many years of collecting paintings. finely wrought iewelry, pottery. porcelain and sculpture by giving the entire col. lection, variouaIy estimated at from S2,0o0.000 to tB.0o0.000 to the Smithsonian institution.
 Because he died virtually penni- less. Mrs 0eilatIy said. she will ap- ,ucai to congress and if her peti- sion fails, she will retain lawyers tc protect her interests. The body viii Do shipped to Washington, D. C., tonight for burial in the Congregational cemetery.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
EAGLES IN FAVOR OF
 PENSION
Old Age Pension COmmit- tee of State Aerie Met Here Yesterday and De- cided to GO After the State Officials

In preparation for one of the greatest campaigns ever carried on in Connecticut for the enactment of a measure of public importance and welfare, the Old Age Pension committee of the State Aerie of the Fraternal Order of Eagles met here yesterday afternoon, elected It's officers and adopted resolutions. One of the biggest guns the com mittee depends upon in its latest offensive is organized public opinion. One resolution author- ized State Deputy William F. Kelly of Naugatuck to visit Governor Wilbur Cross in Hartford to-mor. row and in the name of 18,OO0 members of the state aerie urge upon him to exercise every effort within his official power to com pei the state board of finance to find the necessary funds and carry out the provisions. of an act passed by the late general assembly, call ing for general Survey of con- ditions in Connecticut as affecting the adoption of an old age pension law.
 The second resolution Is in the
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
Surprising Talent
 In Democrat Fr0lic
Director Hyde May Use Nearly All Ap- plicants Because of Splendid Show ing Made at the TryOuts
Young Men of City, Who Possess T alents of Some Kind, Have Splen- did Chance to Get Into Revue

Revealing a surprising wealth of talent for city this size, The Waterbury Democrat Frolic try outs came to an end last night, the first rehearsal for the revue got underway. and tonight, Victor Hyde, director of this all-locaI show which Is to be presented at the Fox-Poli Palace theater begin ming next Sunday, will definitely undertake the staging of at least one large production ensemble.
 No definite cast selections have been made as yet, and all appli- cants in this mammoth all-Water- bury revue still retain an equal chance to participate. and to avail themselves of the opportunity of fered by The Democrat to develop their talent and to win one of the three coveted scholarships offered as awards.
 May Use Them All
 Director Hyde declared last night that he planned to use nearly every applicant who displayed talent be- fore him.
 q want to use everybody. if it is possible" he said. You have some nice talent in this city. Of course, SO1Ne CduIlOI QdHCc ao WEI dS others. but for those who find it difficult to learn the steps of my routines, I will try to spare the time to take them to one side and personally teach them.
 "I am very much pleased with the turnout and with the talent l have seen. My only regret is that there are not more bo. s. I will need some boys for big military num- Der I plan to stage"
 Young Men Have Chances
 In this connection he announced that any young men who still wish ed to participate and haven't as yet had an opportunity to mail in an application. might do so by at- tending to-night's rehearsal at Gar den hall at 7:15 o'clock.
 Usually. I do not like to pro long my tryouts," Hyde said. "But I want to give everybody a fair chance. There may be some who haven't had an opportunity to mail in applications. If there are. in this instance I will permit them to ap- pear tonight for additions"
 So here's your chance-prolong- ed by the generosity of Victor
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
COAL GAS KILLS FATHER AND MADE
 CHILDREN ILL
Cries of Baby Reused the Man and He Rushed Into GaS=Filled Kitchen

Lowell, Mas, Nov 9-UP)- Coal gas from the kitchen range killed Eugene Roy, 55, and rend- cred his five children uncinscious or sivk in their Aiken street dwell ing early today. The cries of Doris, 17-months' awakened Blanche, 19, who called her father. Roy col lapsed upon entering the kitchen. Blanche hastened to a neighbours home. and police and firemeh were summoned. Roy was taken to St Johns hospital, but was dead upon arrival.
 Bremen and police revived the children by the prone pressure method and took them to St Jos eph's hospital, where their condi- tions were serious. Others besides the baby and Blanche were Ru- dolph. 16, Eugene, Jr.. 13. and Leo. 12. The mother was estranged from Roy.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
KENTUCKY MINE
 CONDITIONS ARE
 WORST IN WORLD
Theodore Dreiser Says There Ought to Be Prosecutions Against Officials in One County

(Copyright. 1881, by United Press Pineville, ky, Nov. 9.-(UP).- Theodore Dreiser. whose inquiry into the coal fields of southeastern Kentucky has ended, said to-day he considered conditions "as bad as they could be anywhere in the world"
 There ought to be prosecutions of the severest type against off, cials of Harlan county" said the author of An American Tragedy" who is chairman of the national committee for protection of politi- cal prisoners.
 q think there should be a con- gressional investigation" he said, but I fancy the first step will be a state inquiry. It is the usual Am erican lineup of capital and labor, with everything on one side and nothing on the other but two bare hands!"
 He was deeply affected by condi- tions he said he had witnessed. and by portrayal of other conditions given his committee voluntarily by witnesses.
 High lights of the three-day in-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
SCUFFED WITH DRY AGENT AND MET HIS DEATH
Authorities Investigating "A gent Claims He Struck Victim in Self Defense

Denver. Colorado. November 9 - (UP) - Federal. city and coun- ty authorities today investigated the death of Melford c. smith. 2O- year old truck driver. injured fat ally during scuffle with prohi. bition agent over three ounces oi wine. Smith died in hospital. where he was taken. after he had lain in the Jail Bull Pen" for medical attention.
 Prohibition Officer Henry Dlerks reported to federal district prohi- bition director Vivian that he hnd struck the youth with Q pistol in lf-defense.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
GROWING HAIR ON BALD PATES

New York, Nov 9-(UP)-America is going into this business of growing hair on bald pates in big and boisterous manner according to Harry T. Tyler, missioner of industry for the Virgin Islands America, he said is using three times much hair tonic before prohibition Virgin Island shipments were 32, 900 gallons annually and are 82 900, he said
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
FIRE IN OIL PLANT

Bayonne. N. J.. Nov 9.-(UP)- A fire started to-day in the Stand- ard oil company plant in the Con- stable Hook section.
 First reports said there vas puff of fi,she which rsiot high into the sky. The flames diminished. Plant fire departments were sent 10 the building.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
SCREEN STAIR MISSING

Hollywood. Cal. Nov -9.--(UP)- Alec B. Francis. Ge-year-old screen favorite who has been missing since Saturday, was in san Der. nardino last night but failed to re- turn to his home here as he rroin- ised in a telegram to his wife. Mrs Lucy Francis. it was learned to. day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
Late Bulletins
YALE TIRE AND RUBBER co. SOLD

Akron, o.. Nov 9-(UP)-Purchase of the Yale Tire and Rubber Go of New Haven, Conn, by the Gen. eral Tire and Rubber Co announced to-day by w. O'Nei, president of General Tire and Rubber This step marks the entrance of General Tire and Rubber into the lower price field. company, also to be known as Yale Tire and Rubber Co, has been incor- porated as General Tire and Rubber subsidiary to handle sales and manufacture tires and tubes Tow price basis. @ s4&s assssA'gss
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
BURGLAR TANGLED IN OWN ROPE

Shelton Conn, Nov 9-(UP)-A hodup man who broke into the farmhouse of George Shelton became tangled in rope with which he attempting to tie the farmer and his wife He had to call his accompce to extricate him. Both fled.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
THEY HAVE JAIL DAYS READY

Ann Arbor, Mich, Nov 9-(UP)-Ed and Manuel Smith, Toledo, O., brothers, were arrested for simple larceny. The maximum sentence was 90 days but the brothers had been held in jail 107 days waiting arragn ment. Judge Sample credited" them with IT days any future sentence
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
12 YEAR LUNCHEON PARTY ENDS

Jamaica, L. l., Nov 9-(UP)-A three member luncheon club started 12 years ago without has been disbanded. Rodman Richardson, of two viving members becomes municipal court judge in Flushing January 1, making luncheon meetings with Ferdinand Zimmer impracticabe.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
HAD CAR BEFORE COMPLAINT

Hartford Conn, Nov 9-(UP)-Police gave wis itor from Yalesve Henry Wuchert prompt service on stolen automobile. When Wuchert reported the theft at headquarters police turned the right to him. They had captured the thief for drunken driving.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
NOVEL REASON FOR DIVORCE
Los An

Los Angeles, Nov 9-(UP)-Thomas A. Jones would drive his automobile close possible to an other car without hitting it and then slap his wife when she screamed Mrs Etta Jones testified in gaining d vorce from her husband.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
ATE LARGE MEAL, THEN DIED

Evansville Ind, Nov 9-(UP)-Victor Meyer, 22 ate a large meal in restaurant, smoked cigar and asked for his check While the waitress getting it, he swallowed poison and later died in the hospital In his pockets he had only a nickel
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09

Boston, Nov 9-(UP)-The American Woolen company to-day announced the reopenng of the Baltic mills at Enfield N. H. which have been closed for five years It was understood this was step in the panys plan to reopen it's mills in smaller localities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
SECOND CROP OF BERRIES

Detroit, Nov 9-(UP)-Coroner James E. Burgess announced his red raspberry plants producing their second crop of berries this season, he claims.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
UNITED STATES INVITED IN

Geneva, Nov 9-(UP)-Ihe United States to-day was invited to participate in the League of Nations council meeting at Paris, November 16 The council at that time will resume discussion of the Manchuran situation.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
TREASURY BALANCE

Washington, Nov 9.-CUP)-The treasury net balance on November 6 was $256,251.743.62.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09

Last Minute News Flashes
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
BALTIC MILLS REOPENED

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09

The second resolution Is in the
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-11-09
The Weatller
Fair and Warmer To
 night and Tuesday.

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-25
Bruin Ice Star
to N. Y. Rangers

New York. Aug 25--(UP)-Nor-
man (Dutch) Gainor, former Bos-
ton Bruins scoring ace. will wear
the colors of the New York RAN
gers during the 1912 national
Hoskey league season.
Gainor was secured from Bos-
ton yesterday In u trade for Joe
Jerwa defense man and a crash
consideration.
The 27-year old combination de-
ssnse and forward-line player. has
been q member Of the Bruins since
1927, previously playing with crows
nest, Duluth. and Calgary. He was
regular member OF the Bruins
lineup for three seasons ar n
1929-30 was among the L
leading scorers with IS goc
al assists.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-08-25

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