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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
DEPUTY SHERIFF WAS SHOT DEAD
 IN GUN BATTLE
His Slayer Was Shot and Fatally Wounded By An- other Deputy Sheriff

Lake Geneva, Wis, June 20-U. P.)-A deputy sheriff was shot through the heart and killed and his asasilant, a neighbor, was critically wounded to-day in gun battle which developed at what authorities said was a drinking party in pri- vate garage. The shootings occurred in a garage owned by Walter Nor gan, who was named as the slayer of Deputy Al c. Exner and who himself was shot over the heart and so ser iously wounded physicians said he could not recover. Morgan was shot, witnesses said, by Deputy Sheriff Herbert Debler, who went with Ex- ner to investigate the party.
 Authorities were told that there previously had been trouble between Exner and Morgan. Exner gained some fame last year when he captur- ed the kdinaper of Betty Ann Eos ter of Valparaiso. Ind. Debler said when he and Exner entered the gar age, after hearing shots fired, five men were there, one standing in each corner and Morgan himself at the far side. Exner, he said, asked who had been doing the shooting. At this. Debler said, Morgan started across the garage, his hands in his pockets. Half way( Debler said, Nor gan stopped suddenly, drew a revol- yer and shot Exner through the heart. Debner immediately shot down Morgan and arrested the other men, who did not resist
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
ADMITS
 HE MADE ATTEMPT
 TO HANG HIMSELF
Minister, Who Was Found Hanging in His Own Church, Tried to Take His Life

Dallas, Tex, June 20.--CUP) Speaking from the same pulpit over which he was found hanging from chandelier last Thursday, the Rev B. P. Brown, 30-year old Baptist min- ister, confessed last night to his con- gregation that his story about four men trying to lynch him was hoax.
 T intended to kill myself, and then just couldn't do it when l was hang ing there and looking death right in the face" declared the young rnin- ister whose story of the "lynching" attracted nationwide attention.
 To his congregation, assembled for a revival, Brown told in detail of how he entered the church at night, taped his own mouth, stripped off his clothes, climbed upon a chair. hanged himself to the chandelier above the pulpit, kicked the chair and then changed his mind. Realiz- ing, he said, that he slowly was strangling to death, he fought des- perately until, as the new rope stretched, he was able to rest his toes upon the chair and keep life in his body until he was found hours later. When police found him Thursday hanging above the pulpit, he told sensational story of being Kidnapped, taken to the church, stripped and strung up by four men who, he said. then sat in a front pew and laughed as he dangled from the chandelier.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Eagles Will Be
 In Full Control
 For Three Days
They Are Coming Into Waterbury To-day By Every Route-Gov Cross Heads Delegations-Judge Thomas DOn- nelly of Kansas City, Supreme Off, ficer of Order, Also Will Be Distin- guished Guest

From all parts of the state, dele cations of the Fraternal Order of Eagles trooped into Waterbury this morning. They came by special train, trolley car, transportation buses and automobiles and this af- ternoon at 2:30 o'clock with their colors unfurled, bands and drum corps playing and with gaily deco rated floats portraying either the principles of the order or some of the humanitarian measures that the Eagles have sponsored for years, will pass in official review at the city hall.
 Governor Wilbur l.. Cross. Mayor Frank Hayes, several former chief executives of the city, Judge Thom- as Donnelly of Kansas City. a su- preme officer of the order and scores of the city's most prominent citizens will view the marching contingents. Following the parade the Eagles and the City of Water bury will acts as hosts to the visit ing thousands at Lakewood, where the varied amusement facilities or that popular mecca of pleasure will be placed at the disposal of the visitors. Governor Cross will ad- dress the assemblage shortly after the parade. His speech will be broadcast throughout the spacious park by means of huge amplifiers. The remainder of the day and the evening will he devoted to pleasure. Dancing, band concerts, bathing. boating and other attractions will be in evidence. For the fight fans. Promoter George Mulligan has ar ranged a special card that is expect ed to bring hundreds or more visi- tors to the city this evening.
 To-day's parade marks the open ing of a three-day celebration or the 25th annual convention of the State Aerie of Eagles, an organiza- ton for which Waterbury is credited with forming shortly after the es- tablishment here of the local aerie'
 Tomorrow afternoon the leading teams of the state will compete In n rituaiistic contest in Eagles hall. In the evening the winning team will exempiify the initiatory degree upon a large class of candidates.
 On Monday morning nt the open. ing of the convention Mayor Frank Hayes will formally welcome the delegates to Waterbury. The meet. Ing will he featured by reports,
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
HATHAWAY CASE
 DEFENSE WILL
 OPEN UP TO-DAY
Lawyers for Alleged Young Slayer of Pretty Nurse Will Try to Blacken Her Character

Newport, R. l., June 2O.-(UP)- Counsel for Elliot R. "Pinky" Hath away, Fall River, Mass, playboy on trial charged with murder of Verna E. Russell young student nurse ex- pected to outline and commence his defense to-day. Freedom or life inn prisonment for defendant depend- ed on their success. It was be- lieved Hathaway, a legislators son, would testify to refute the assertion he strangled Verna last March on lonesome lane in Tiverton.
 At times in cross examination of medical witnesses yesterday 7 the defense sought admission that Yer na had a weak heart. But three physicians were unanimous in stat ing that thickening of part of one of her heart valves caused no im- pairment of the organs function. After the medical testimony the state rested its case. Chief defense counsel, George Hurley revealed he would seek to show Verna drank alcoholic beverages the night she died on her first date" with "Pinky".
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
BAKERS OF CITY WILL
 OBEY LAW
Bill Passed at Last Legisla- ture CompeIs Them to Paper Their Loaves of Bread - They Are Al- ready Making Plans

Because of the law passed by the recent session of the legislature, To- cal bakers, others than those en- gagged in wholesale bread produc- ton, who have in the past deliver ed their wares unwrapped are this week and next week preparing to take steps to provide for paper covering for their loaves. The new law, requiring that all bread must be wrapped, goes into effect on July 1st.
 The larger bread companies of the city always wrap their bread But the present law is expected to affect 20 or more smaller bakeries in Waterbury which at the present time deliver their wares without any wrapping.
 Judge William Hungerford of Watertown, a member of the house in the recent legislature. introduce ed the bill requiring the statewide wrapping of bread. He also spon- sored over bills pertaining to public health and safety, important among them being the one concerning compulsory vaccination.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Grand Marshal
FRANK WYK0FF WORLD CHAMPION
 AT 100 YARDS
Percy Williams of Canada Badly Beaten and Came in Fourth in the Trial Dash

Los Angeles, June 2o-(UP)- Frank Wykoff of the University of Southern California, ranked to-day as the unofficial would's 100-yard dash champion after a thrilling vic- tory over Percy Williams of Canada in a pre-Olympic meet in the Coli scum.
 Running against Williams in field of seven starters, Wykoff never was headed as he sprinted to the tape in 95 seconds, equalling the oficial world mark held by Eddie Tolan of Michigan. He was 1-10 of a second short of his own unrecog- nized world mark. Wykoff was pushed for 75 yards by Emmet Top pino. Loyola of New Orleans. who finished second. Cy Leland, former Texas A. & M. sprinter, ran for the Olympic club of San Francisco and finished third. Williams, contrary to expectations, trailed badly and was barely able to finish fourth.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
MAYOR WILL
 ENTER THE.
 RACE AGAIN
Frank Hayes Will Probably Make the Announcement of His Candidacy at the Meeting to Be Held With the Town Committee

Announcement of Mayor Frank Hayes candidacy for renomination as chief executive of Waterbury is expected to take place Tuesday night when a meeting with him and the democratic town committee occurs at the Mattatuck Country club. That the meeting of the mayor and the town committee will take place was made known this morning.
 Sometime ago the town com mittee met at the Saturday club for it's annual session and had Mayor Hayes as it's guests. At the session, officers of the town committee were elected for the ensuing two years. Mayor Hayes was one of the speak, CTS.
 The mayor was endorsed at the meeting of the town committee for another two years term and 1t was stated directly afterwards that the date of the session would be decided by the chief executive, himself. To- day Tuesday night was announced by Mayor Hayes as the time for the meeting between him and the town committee.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
TWO COPENHAGEN FLYERS LANDED
 LAST EVENING
Lost Their Way and Young Boy Directed Them to Field in St John

St John, N. B.. June 20-U. p -Otto Hillig and Helgar Houriis. flyers on their way to Copenhagen, dropped off here to-day after an un- eyentfui flight from Floyd Bennett field. Brooklyn. They landed in their plane Liberty at the municipal air. port last night. guided by a small boy flares sent up by airport attend ants.
 The flyers. who plan a nonstop flight over the Atlantic. missed the airport by about three miles on their first landing about 9;30 D. m. last evening. and when they came down were greeted by the youngster. Ray McMurray. In thanks. they took Ray aboard as n guide and he pointed out their destination, lighted with flares. Hillig said the planned to leave to. morrow for Harbor Grace, Mid. whence the flight over the North At. iantlc is to begin Monday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
BIC STEAMSHIP
 COMPANIES ARE
 ASKING FOR HELP
Two of the Largest Appeal to the Government for Extension of Time

Washington, June 19-The United States shipping board today had be- fore it appeals from two of the na- tion's leading steamship companies for financial assistance to tide them over the depression. The Imperiled Companies are the U. $. Lines, larg- est operator of American passenger vessels in the North Atlantic trade, whose ships include the Leviathan, George Washington, and America, and the Munson interests prominent in the Caribbean and inter-coastal trade.
 The United States lines owe the shipping board over $l1,o0o.oo0 for vessels purchased from the govern ment. In addition. construction loans on two super-liners now being built for the company at Camden. N. J., will soon become effective. A payment of over $i,ooo.ooo will be due the board soon and 1t was in- dicated the government body is con- sidering granting an extension.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Cry Of Terror Near TheHone
 Of Faithful
THREE DAY PROGRAM OF THE EAGLES
 CONVENTION

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 2:3O P. M. State parade. Line of march: From Eagles club rooms, North Main street, to north side of Green, West Main street to Meadow street, Grand street (passing in re- view at City Hall), to Bank street., to East Main street, to Cherry street to North Main street, to West Main street, disbanding in vicinity of Soldiers monument. 4:15 P. M. Governor Wilbur Cross address to Eagles and guests at Lakewood park. Dancing, amusements, bath. ing, boating, etc. 800 P. M. Boxing exhibition.
 SUNDAY, JUNE 21 2,8O P. M. Ritualistic work in Eagles hall. 500 P. M. Republication of initiatory ceremonies.
 MONDAY, JUNE P 1O:OO P. M. Opening of 25th an- nuaI convention of State Aerie of Eagles in Eagles hall.
 BOO P. M. Banquet at Hotel Waterbury.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Clara Bow Will
 Recover and Can
 Come Back Again

Nipton, Cal. June ?0-tUP)- "out where the west is west and all that" to describe it In her own words. Clara Bow. platinum blonde now. is regaining her health. making plans to resume her career ns an actress and getting ready to write tho history of her life.
 Tho screen favoritc is roughing it on ncx Bells as0,oeo acre ranch on the California. Nevada border. Except for . possible trip or two to Hollywood she expects 10 remain Tor q month or hve weeks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
VANDERBILT OF
 UNLOADED GUN
 FAME KEEPS ON
Besides Suing Wife for Di- vOrce, He May Sue Peter ArnO for Alienation of Affections
By EARL H. LEFT United Press Stan Correspondent)

Reno. Nev, June 20 (UP)- Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr. aggressor in a gun race across the Nevada desert, was seriously considering" an alienation of affections suit to- day against Peter Arno, winner of the race, as an aftermath of his sur- prise divorce action against Mrs Vanderbilt.
 The young society author took matters into his own hands when he unsuccessfully pursued the hand some cartoonist with an unloaded revolver, but he disclosed to the United Press to-day that he was not prepared to end the conflict there.
 Yes" he said. "I am discussing with my attorney suit against Arno for alienation of affections.
 The sudden divorce suit, filed in Washoe county courts just as a con-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Derby Woman Suing For $4O,OOO Alimony
 From Local Husband

the papers in the divorce suit. The case is returnable in the local su- perior court the first Tuesday of July.
 According to the divorce suit, Mrs Vaczauskas states she was married to the defendant on Dec 28. 1905, His cruel treatment, on which the divorce action is based, began four days after their marriage on Jan 1. 1906, the plaintiff charges. In addition to the divorce and alimcny Mrs Vaszauskas asks for the custody of their minor children.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Pleased
 at United States
 on German Stand

London. June ?0- (UP)-The I'm mpression grew to-day that the United states government is ready to take the lead In one Of the most significant international moves since the World war--revision of war debts and uermany's separations payments.
 The impression was supported by eabied reports from Washington and tho conversations Of Andrew Mellon. United States secretary of tho treasury. now ln London. with members of the British government and bankers here.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
WILLS THAT HUSBAND WILL
 MARRY AGAIN

Chicago, June 20.-(UP)--in the will of q 30-year old woman was found to-day the perfect tribute to q husband.
 "I earnestly request wrote Mrs Naoma Hartford Ashbeek just before she died last May ?. that at the earliest moment possible my hus. hand remarry some good woman and that he shall mako her life as ha my as he hns made mine.'
 The husband. William l.. Ash. heck. was left an estate worth SiO, 900. A daughter, Lois. 6. was beaueathed t4,00O worth of jewelry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20

Mrs Catherine Vaszauskas of Der by, formerly of Waterbury who re- gently lost court battle in which she attempted to recover $50,000 damages from her husband as her share of the saloon business he con- ducted in Waterbury has instituted divorca proceedings against him in superior court and asks $40,0OO alt- mony. Papers connected with the latest suit were served today by Deputy Sheriff John w. Jenusaitis.
 Attorney Michael V. Blansfield who represented the plaintiff in the court fight several weeks ago, drew
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Mining Industry
 in Ohio Becomes
 About Paralyzed

St Clairsville, O., June 20-(UP) The coal mining industry of east ern Ohio was paralyzed to-day with the abandonment of mines as the result of successive strikes led by conflicting labor unions.
 Spreading rapidly to every section of the area, the strike was climaxed with the announcement of the Clarkson Coal company that the company would close two of its larg- est mines. The company's action was believed in answer to separate strikes called at other mines.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
RIGHTS
 OF CATHOLICS

Mexico City. June 20.-(UP)- Violation of the rights of Catholics as guaranteed under the 1929 set. clement was claimed to-day by Mgr Leopoldo Ruiz Y Flores. Apostolic delegate to Mexico.
 He said their rights were violated frequently. and pointed to the so- called anti.priest law in Vera Cruz State as one instance. The delegate directed Catholics throughout Mex. leo Co direct appeals to the federal government for protection of tbeir privileges.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
guished Guest
WAR DEBTS PAID BY GERMANY TO
 OTHER NATIONS
The Reich Has Paid in Total the Great Sum of $427,- 164,0O0 This Includes All Countries
lRy United Pressl

A comparison of German repara- tions and debt payments to former allied nations for the current fiscal year shows that the Reich paid total of $427,164,000 to Great Brit ain, France, Italy, the smaller Euro pean powers and the United states. The United States received $23S,- 800. 900 in war debt payments.
 Germany. which has contended that she is facing such a serious economic situation as result or heavy reparations payments that there is danger of grave political re-
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
uyTTLE LAD KILLED

Stamford. Conn. June 2o.-tuP)- Peter Ford, 2. of Oienbrook, died a' Stamford hospital last night after heinz struck by an automobile while playing In the street near his home. Alfred Slaughter. 10, son of Dr WI. Ham II. slaughter, Darien medical examiner, was held in t2,bO0 bonds on a mansiaughter charge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
Late Bulletins
NEVER HARDY OR ABSENT

Sayre, Okla, June 20-(UP)-Eleven years of school without being absent tary is the record held by Mau rne Hamnon who was graduated from high school this spring. She finished the 12 years of high school and grade work in eleven years.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
DEPORTATION CUTS POPULATION

Miami, Ariz June 2O-(UP)-The Mexican quarter of Miami lost population rapidly early this month when 100 Mexican aliens deported in group The aens located here by the border patrol sent to Nogales Sonora, and turned to the Mexican government.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
PREHISTORIC TOOTH FOUND

Newfane Vt, June 2O-(UP)-What appears to be tooth, perhaps that of prehistoric ami mal found by Ralph Krkwood in the West river his home. The tooth weighs pound, is 6A inches long, 3h inches wide and 11h inches thick.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
BLACKBIRD WHIPS SQUIRREL

Rochester, Minn, June 20-(UP)-A fight to the finish between blackbird and squirrel witnessed by Mrs D. Dege in her back yard recently. The fight took place in tree. The blackbrd the victor when it knocked the squirrel from branch causing to fall 30 feet to the ground.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
JESSE JAMES GUNS STOLEN

Cambridge, Mass, June 20-(UP)-A six shooter with four notches it, said to have been the ery of Jesse James, introduced evidence in court here The gun it was alleged, of several articles stolen from the Peppere home of Mrs Lucy C. Cushing
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
MONCREL DOG IS IGNORED

Dickenson, Mont June -(UP)-Jiggs, mongrel dog has been recommended to the National Antivivi- section society for decoration life The dog be-
 longs to Eddie Scheeler and is credited with saving the life of Raymond Kuhn, who was in danger of drowning.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
TnOIinIlE IN HAVANA

HnVnfiA, June sO--tUP)-Tr00pt majntnlned order to-day after . clash last nlaht in which one man waH kiiiea and a policeman seriously Syyhpyed during C demonstration 0f unemployed at MansanIiio, orIente province.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-20
FOUR LEGGED CHICKEN BORN

West Bridgewater, Mass, June 20-(UP)-A chicken matched on Eben T. Woods poultry farm has four legs two in the usual position and two farther back
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-01-08
Legal Notices
INDIANA STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION
DIVISION OF CONSTRUCTION

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NOTICE TO BRIDGE CONTRACTORS
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one 32-foot bridge. one 3s-foot bridge and
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feet each. and one 25-foot bridge on Road
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warded upon payment to the director Of
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Proposals must be made upon standard
forms Of the Indiana State Highway
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The right is reserved by the Director
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State of Indiana
INDIANA STATE HIGHWAY
COMMISSION.
J. J. BROWN. Director.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1931-01-08

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