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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
LIMIT TO RIPPER BILLS
(Hartford Times)

Bridgeport reacts with under- standable interest to the news that the court of errors and appeals. the highest tribunal in New Jer- sey. has declared unconstitutional three ripper bills which were passed by the legislature last win- ter. As an outstanding example of state imposed rule, the Park City cannot forget that its pride and prestige were ruthlessly trampled upon when the state legislature virtually took over Its municipal administration several years ago.
 In New Jersey the ripper legislas tion abolished two existing come missions and substituted anothee body whose members were aps pointed by the governor. His pc inant party in the legislature. The courts decision denounced the legislation as vicious in principle destructive of home rule and i4 conflict with the constitutional principle which prohibits legisla. tive interference with the internal affairs of municipalities. The Bridgeport Times-Star expresses the hope that even at this late date the constitutionality of the ripper legislation under which th1t city operates may yet be tested in the courts.
 Connecticut legislatures may have a wider constitutional lati- tude in regard to city and town affairs than the New Jersey fund amental law permits in that state. Home rule in Connecticut is tn1y as important as the general as- sefnbly cares to make 1t. Statutory grant of local freedom If ,.stion in municipal affairs has been mainly limited to special acts which de- scribe and authorize specific pow CTS. For that reason even the leading cities of the state find 1t necessary to go before the legisla- ture every two years with a long list of requested changes in their charters, some of them dealing with mere details of local admin istration.
 It Is probably the recognition that the legislature has extremely wide powers under the Connecticut constitution which has led legal minds to conclude that there was not much hope for Bridgeport or any other city to escape. once the powers on Capitol hill move into action against a local administra- ton.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
At The National Capitol
 DAILY WASHINGTON LETTER
 Digest of Who's Who and Whats What ... By RODNEY BUTCHER
DAILY WASHINGTON LETTER
By RODNEY BUTCHER

ton will be in the nature of an up- rising of the masses. The wet mill lionaires, he is prepared to prove, feel that beer and liquor taxes would save them much of the tax money they now pay.
 So emphasis Is being laid on the fact that in this fund-raising a millionaire has to come down on the same level with the laborer- he can only give dime. Certain millionaires and other prominent irys have agreed to give dimes. Their names will be publicized at the proper time.
 Of course. Dr Dinwiddie says, much more than $100,000 will be needed and after the dimes are in, the dry millionaires and others will be permitted to reassume former privileges and give money in any amount. Funds will be spent on office maintenance, personnel, trav- cling expense and literature. Full reports of receipts and expendi- lures will be filed with the clerk of the house.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

clean up the boat. stock up on provisions and fuel It clears port with hilarious group of passengers and once beyond the l2 mile limit the party begins. The nowhere cruises last 24 hours. The boat simply steams out past the 12 mile limit opens its bar and cruises lazily along. However, the dry laws may circumvenr this as these boats are not stopping at a foreign port be- fore returning to New York. This seams violation. Ware, boys. ware! .
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

We wondered if there wouldn't be some sort of comeback from the government as regards these nowhere trips that various steamship companies are now sponsoring
 They are. of course. direct outcome of the so-called "whoopee cruises which have become SO popular of recent months. To stimulate ocean travelling all companies have been forced to lower their rates every class. and to use their boats for short three or six day voyages in between ocean cross ings. Rarely does an ocan liner rest at it's New York or New Jersey pier now for more than 24 hours just long enough to
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
TODAY IS THEA
 ANNIVERSARY &lgAZA
RRAZu DECLAREs WAR.

BRAZIL DECLARES WAR.
 On Oct 26. 1917, Brazil formally decl; ed war an Germany and President Braz sanctioned the act b. official proclamation. :.
 The vote of the Chamber of Deputies in favor of declaration of war was 149 to 1. In the sen- ate the vote was unanimous.
 Anticipating the declaration of war, the Germans set fire and sank the German gunboat Fiber at Rio de Janeiro.
 The italians, falling back be- fore the renewed Austro- German offensive. began the evacuation of the Bainsi.za Heiligengeist pla- teau, and Field Marshal Haig and General Petain renewed their drive in Flanders. further setting back the German line.
 Premier Boselli announced the resignation of the Italian cabinet, an President Wilson announced that on and after Nov 15, 1917. and during the war with Germany, the manufacture, distribution and storage, use or possession of ex- plosives or Ingredients thereof would be forbidden.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
'technicalities

person." and too many ''technicalties favorable to the accused"
 It is time for vigorous nationwide movement for such changes in laws and poli- tics as will make it possible to put the gum men in jail. The legislators and politicians who take an interest in this movement will be rewarded by the gratitude of the people. and it will show fitness for higher office.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
Personal Health Service (By William Brady, M. D.

Signed letters pertaining to personal health and hygiene. not disease diagnosis or treatment. will be answered by Dr Brady. Address him. care of the Democrat. sending stamp and addressed envelope
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

Congress has one bicycle enthusiast. He is Representative Lewis William Douglas, Arizona's lone congressman. He has been successively miner, soldier. college 4instruc- tor, business man, and state legislator. He rides daily via bicycle from his home to office and back again. Wonder if he isn't bicycle lobbyist?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

torical essay of not more than D. tween US now ana o the psa of June for prize of ten dollars, and the privilege of r. ading It before d general town meeting at the time of the centennial celebration. The winning essay together with the others will be bound and preserved in the town archives. This is an excellent enterprise as 1t Quiclkens Ichul loyaltiea. stems the tide of youngst ITS to the cities and in aii contributes to the strength and quality ok the kown-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
A FORGOTTEN IMPLEMENT.
(Hartford Courant)

A frow, once by Thomas Lincoln. the father of -.braham Lincoln, has been given to historical society in Indiana. With the gift went the information that Lincoln's father allowed a. neighbor to borrow the tool and the neighbor forgot to return 1t. Neighbors are like that. sometimes
 We wonder how many Connec- ticut men would recognize a frow If they saw one or would realize the purpose for which 1t was print we had forgotten the tool and its varied | -es. for it had many. on New England farms. at least. It was a cleaving tool. a little more
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

Another thing that business needs is a clearing house for general credit and debts like banks.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

No wonder those Pacific flyers made it. when they carried no pontoons or landing gear. They had to.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

All vehicles must be lighted not later than 5.27 tonight. 7, ,.,,s..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26

Exports of bay rum from the Virgin Island in the first six months
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
Good evening. i. o-O---o < ECWEsEN

Good evening. ], x HALLOWEEN Who's that knocking at my doorf Who's ticking on the pane? Can it be there's spooks galore! There's mystery-that's plain. Maybe I should go and hide. Maybe I should run, There's bogey-man outside Whom II like to shun. Listen, there it sounds again. My door-beil's ringing loud. A tick-tack's on my window-pane. There's a small form in shroud. I must find out if there's more, 1 see a goblin man And SO open up the door I'll catch them if l can. We'll, well, well, now who is this All dressed up SO funny3 & See that darling little miss. Dressed up like bunny' Here's a daring cowboy bold, Here's spook, 1 VOW, Who he is, must be told, Now he makes a bow. My, my. my. they look so fine. They're just fine and dandy, Maybe they would like to dine - 1 must find some candy. I would like to have them stay And maybe. have party, But they will come another day. So leave with shouts most hearty See them run, all in a row What does it all mean? Why. goodness gracious, don't you -,, 1:r know?, 3... i- It is Hallowe'enl -s, Mildred Clarke Stoeker,-
 B Plank Road
 o-O-o
 A noted college professor says Columbus was 8 pirate and should have been hanged at the yard arm, And I suppose his three ships giv- en to the Swiss navy.
 o-O-o
 Don't be surprised at Christ
 mas time if Santy Claus comes
 around wrapped in cellophane.
 ao-O-o Wilkins, noted explorer says he'll go to the north pole next year in another submarine. Huh, who cares?
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
OH YEA-UH

.1
 Lifc's a matter of oppOsites, Discussed OCT every cup, Once the bankroll starts to go
 down,
 Blood pressures start to go up.
 o-O-O An inventor reveals a plan to take the knots out of lumber. The leopard may yet lose his spots.
 o-O-o
 The trouble with America is due to the fact that business has been free wheeling instead of being in conventional gear.
 o-O-o Love makes a dreamer out of a man, a schemer out of a woman.
 o-O-o Jack Sharwey is entering the movies. bet he'll make nothing but talkies. A newspaper service wise cracker says parking in this country leads to divorce : when it's with the wrong wife.
 o-O-O The man who controls his nerves controls his destiny.
 . O-O-o
 OH GOSH She's up-to-date, .t Though some say, shocking, She has electric clocks,
 On each stocking.
 o-O-o What's in a name. Spring heels are as popular in fall as spring.
 O-O-O ;. The trouble with athletic vests is due to the fact that few athletes wear them. An honest town is one where you can leave a motor robe in the car and the door unlocked.
 o--O--o
 A radio loud speaker is mere- ly sex machined to mechanical perfection.
 o-O-oss ! People who, look down on the world are those flying in airplanes. o-O-o " A" pocket book figures in 1, more circulation than a li- brary book. . Some salesmen trip and fall down. Others fall down on a trip. o--O-o This concludes our regular Mon- day evening program. It came to you over DBD and was broadcast by the Waterbury Evening Demo- crat. pioneer in this type of news paper work. We are signing off at this time, to be back on the air again tO-m0rrow evening at the usual hour.
 o--O--o 2 Good night.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-26
DING, DING

Marriage is a game of hearts, Says Geraldine O'Flitts, She doesn't know that marriage is .e-tt is < A game of wits. .- .-z -a o-O-0
 Bungalow aprons sem to be all the rage now in high priced apart ments.
 O-O-o
 What has become of the old fashioned Waterbury wo- man who used to raise sun flowers, dry them in the fall and then feed the seeds to her pet canary?
 O-O-O
 A noted New York chef says Americans like music with their meals. Anything to drown out the noise of the guy next to you who happens to be eating soup.
Imperial Valley press., 1931-07-31

1888 Mccoy Ernest
Kendles High School
Tract
Lot ID ...#--. 4DI
1859 Mccoy Fannie p.
Block 80, Lot 10 J.4I
Kendles High School
Tract
Lot l3 ......... 407
464l McFarren, w II.
Block "a, Lot l6 490
4642 McGahan, William A.
and Eta NJ.
N so it of S 300 # of
VIZ of Block III ... 5.44
4643 McKeen, Earl II.
Block 5, Lot 10 ......... 4.34
1914 McNiece. Alvessie C.
Block SO. Lot 81 - 600
Block 80, Lot 90 7l0
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
B. ZOning Changes
Made bH Council

The Alexandria city council yes
terday voted three changes in the
city zoning ordinance.
To permit erection of twofamily
homes in the area bounded by
Washington Avenue, the Washing
ton.Alexandria Road. Bellefonte
Avenue, and a line 325 feet west
of Mount Vernon Avenue. the A
classification was changed to B.
The property at 500 Oronoco st.
and an area on the north side of
the 400 block of Wolfe Street we're
changed to D commercial.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
Pastor and Brother
Wendell Claimants

MARTINSBURG, w. Va, Oct.
l6.-It has been reported here
that among the more prominently
mentioned persons as heirs to a
portion Of the Wendell fortune in
New York. are the Rev. Gilbert
Stansbury and brother. James D.
Stansbury, formerly of this city,
now residing in Virginia. Should
their claim be established, it was
said. they stand to receive a
half million dollars.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
Leonard Addresses
WheatLey 'Y' Group

Oscar Leonard, executive direc-
tor of the Jewish Welfare Asso.
ciation, was the guest speaker at
the opening fall meeting Of the
Washington Council Of Social
Workers at the Phyllis Wheatley
Y. w. c. A. yesterday.
The speaker discussed briefly
the topic, Training for Social
Work." He urged that the coun.
Gil use its efforts in the early
establishing of a graduate school
OF social science for colored work
ers at Howard University.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
To CURE
DOMESTIC ILLS
OPENS SOON
Northwestern U. Professors
Plan Is to Solve Problems
of Family, Prevent Divorce
BY MARGARET LANE
Copyright, 1891. by International News
SeFvice)

BY MARGARET LANE
(CopyriRht, 1891. by International News
service)
CHICAGO, Oct. 16. -"The
percentage of suicides among
divorced men is seven times as
great as among married men.
The percentage among divorced
women is five times as high as
among married ones ="
Prof. Arthur James Todd put
his finger tips together and
looked wise. He knows a terrible
lot about other peoples troubles.
That is why he is crow1ing his
life's work as a student of family
discord by organizing a domestic
relations clinic at Northwestern
University.
In about a month it Should be
in full swing and able to pre-
scribe for your quarrels and mine
as competently as a doctor for
the measles.
Making Bureau
Most of us grow up with the
idea that family squabbles are
unavoidable things to be gone
through with dreary regularity
when our tempers wear thin.
To DR.. Todd they are a study.
He knows what causes them and
what cures them, and he has
been so encouraged by the cures
worked by. applying scientific
methods to irritable husbands,
nervy wives, and wild children
that he is determined to put
peace-making bureau at the serv'
ice of the public.
"The clinic 1 hope to eStab-
lish has been mischievOusly
called a love Clinic" he told
me today. "but that is b mis-
leading term invented by one
of the students here.
"The purpose of the clinic
will be to help people adjust
their domestic relations, and al
though most Of these have to
do with love, marriage, and
divorce, there are many other
family difficulties that need an
impartial referee.
DiscOrd Like Indigestion
"A lot Of this type Of work
has been done unOfficially-
and with amazingly good re-
suits. Instead Of going to law
yers and divOrcing each other,
couples have got to the root
of their troubles with the help
of our trained psychologists
and have started again happily
with the difficulties cleared
away.
Domestic discOrd is often as
much O sick condition as indi-
gestiOn. A mental doctor is a
better person to consult than a
lawyer. Go to a lawyer only
when there is no other cure
for in some cases divorce, like
amputatiOn, is the only healthy
way out"
The clinic will have a trained
staff of psychologists, psychia'
trists and SociologistS.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
WINE BRICK JUST RAISINS!

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 16.-The
city chemist exploded the myth
about the miraculous qualities Of
"wine-bricks."
Testifying in Municipal Court.
DR.. Edward Burke declared he
had analyzed the bricks and
found they consisted simply of
raisins and sugar.
AS raisins, he said, they could
be bought for 10 or Is cents at
any corner grocery, instead If
the 50 which "wine-brick" sales
men charge their customers.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16

Location of new terminal
for the washington and Virginia
railway will be discussed by the
Capital Park and Planning Com
mission today and tomorrow.
The present terminal is located
in the central area and will be
abandoned to make way for
Government buildings and i'm
provementS.
Reports of the Bureau Of Eff
cheney on the proposed new rec
reation centers will be another
subject of consideration.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16

Despite this testimony, Stephen
La Scola, a.. of Lynhurst, N. j.,
was adjudged guilty by Judge
Theodore Rosen on charges of
violating the Snyder act. La
Scola pleaded nolle contendere.
This was the city's first wine
brick" prosecution. In finding La
Scola guilty. Judge Rosen said:
"T am inclined to believe the
possession of the compound
itself might not be a violation
of the law, but sold with the
directions It was q violation Of
the law"
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
Robbed of His Cab
At Pistol Point

leroy Hazel, taxi driver. of
has Fifth st. N. W.. told police
he was held up at pistol point
early today at Four h and T
Streets N. E., and robbed of his
cab by a colored man.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
NEW TERMINAL SITE AIRED

Charles w. Eliot, director of
planning, will address the com.
mission on the act Congress will
be asked to pass requiring per.
sons who erect buildings on
ground facing the central area
to submit the plans for approval
to the Fine Arts Commission.
The Washington times., 1931-10-16
EASTERN STAR PARTY

The Gaithersburg Order of the
Eastern Star will give a Hal.
loween party October 80 in the
Masonic Hall
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
Marriage Licenses.

John N. F. McCleaf. 20. and Beulah NJ
CIouse, 70; both OF Gettysburg, Pa; Rev
John B, Williams, So and Emma NJ
sparks g, both Of Cherrydale, Va; Rev
Henry Haistead, 81, oneonta, N. y, and
5easrlee Burrier 10, this city; Rev. George
James Byrd, q, and Georgels Henderson
49, Rev. G. A. De Vaughn
Arthur A; Smith, a. and Miriam e
Likens. IS; Rev. E; o. Clark
Lesonard r Donaldson, Il, and Gladys r
Jenkins IL; Rev. r. Bland Tucker
Paul l. Jones, %, this city and EtheI
pIsneh, Il, Falls Church, Va Rev. G. W
>, George Stokes, So, and Rebene Harland
James Ocasek, %. curtis Rsy Ma .a
Marie r. Kraqse, Is. East Brooklyn, Md;
:, Leroy Rellson, &c, and Queen Esth.,
Nielsen. ls; Rev. George o. Bullock.
nardlni, 22, Rev, William ]. Sweeney
=, Russell 4 Reid, 81, this city, and Mildred
McDougle. ' A'0'' A. l.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
| NAVAL HERO DIES
AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS
John A. Carroll, Who Helped
Rescue When Actaeon Sunk,
Succumbs.

John A. Carroll, 81, Of SIT Taylor
street, who during the World War was
cited for bravery by Secretary Of the
Navy Daniels for his rescue work at
the time the Actaeon was torpedoed,
died in Providence Hospital yesterday
after q short illness.
Mr.. Carroll was serving as an armed
guard when the Actaeon was sunk about
200 miles Of the Spanish coast. He
was one of few saved.
At the time of his death he ives pro-
prietor Of q cigar store at 3l1 Pennsyl-
vania avenue.
He is survived by his mother, Mrs.
Annie G. Carroll; four brothers, Joseph,
Howard, James and Raymond Carroll.
and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Dempsey
and Mrs. Lillian Beers.
Funeral arrangements were to be an
nounced later.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
KAYE DON SAILS FOR U. S.
Miss England II Given overhaulinR
on Motor, Speed King Says.

SOUTHAMPTON, England. August
II tA9.-Kaye Don, British speed pilot,
sailed today en- the Majestic on his way
TO Detroit in quest of the Harmsworth
International Trophy, held by the
United States since 1920 Don will race
MS speedboat, Miss England II, in the
cup races with Gar Woods American
defender.
The engines of Miss England have
been overhauled and now have more
power than when 1 achieved 10 %
miles per hour on Lake Garda " said
Don. The propeller does 200 revolu-
lions per minute and the two 1000
horsepower engines are of the Schneider
Trophy type"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
JUSTICE BUTLER SUED
FOR LARGE ESTATE
Woman, Claiming to Be nlegit.
innate Daughter Of Late Brother,
Asks $2,7S7,46s.


ST. PAUL, MINI, August i2-Pierce
Butler OK ST. Paul. Associate Justice of
the United States Supreme Court. YES
terdooy was named defendant in a suit
Tor 81, 737 .468 fled here on behalf of
Mrs. Louise Margareta Fletcher of
Goldfeld, New.
Mrs. Fletcher. who has attenpted
actions in court previously without
success, contends she is the Legitimate
daughter of the late John Butler.
wealthy st. Paul contractor, who was
a brother of the iurist. She alleged
that Justice Butler used undue infiu-
ence' in persuading John Butler to ig-
more her in his will, which she con-
tends is invalid.
John Butler. who died in 1926, left
an estate appraised at S2,73I. 773. His
widow. Margaret Butler. has since died.
The plaintiff claims the entire estate
on the grounds that she is Buffers sole
issue, while the will beuueaths his
property to his brothers and their fami-
lies, together with provisions for his
widow. Justice Butler is an admins
traitor of the estate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
SECOND CRASH MARKS
CONTEST OF elders
Germerschausen Badly Hurt in
Spin Following
Maneuver.
a. a. Asnnclnted Be-,

By the Associated Press
ELMIRA, N. Y. August l2.-Another
crash yesterday marked the national
glider contest, despite dead calm
which prevailed over the Chsmung VAL
ley and held about so pilots on the
ground.
Fritz Germerschausen Of New York
was seriously injured after he had cast
loose his glider from an airplane tow
at height Of 100 feet. AS he banked
for turn, witnesses said, his craft
went into a spin and crashed.
The condition of Capt Thomas Phil
lips OF the United States Army, who
was injured Monday when the wings
tore loose from his glider at $50 feet,
remained critical.
Albert s. Hastings. Los Angeles. won
a bomb-dropping contest in which GID
RS were towed by automobiles. defeating
Wallace Franklin, Detroit, and 3. w.
Wilson, Detroit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
DOWNEY FUNERAL SET
FOR TOMORROW MORNING

9S1 RANCS Ava 10 EAhAA
Tailor to Be Conducted by His
Son at Sacred Heart Church.
The funeral Of Lawrence A. Downey.
81 years old. prominent merchant
tailor Of this city for many. years, who
died at his home. sS27 Tenth street,
yesterday, will be held at the Sacred
Heart Catholic Church, Sixteenth
street and Park road. tomorrow morn
ing at Q o'clock. Solemn requiem mass
will be celebrated by his son, Rev. Nor
gan A. Downey, Of ST. Ignatius Catho-
lie Church, Baltimore. Interment VII
be In Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Mr.. Downey was . fourth degree
member Of the knights OF Columbus,
belonging to Keanc Council, He also
was a member os the Holy Name So
ciety and the Irish-Anlerican Society.
His death ended long illness,
Surviving him are his widow. MRS
Katherine NJ Downey; FIVE sons, Rev.
MORAN A. D5Rney, Lawrence X, john
NJ. Vincent r. and jerome !. Downey,
and five daughters. Mrs. W. J. Don
nelly. Sister Merry Louisite, Sister Mary
Ignatia, Miss Juliana c. Downey ana
Miss Eileen F. Downsy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-12
ST0REkEEPER DIES
Ermindo Ambrogi succumbs From
Pneumonia.

Ermindo Ambrogi 81, proprietor OF
a delicatessen at 1922 Fourteenth street,
died at his home at that address yes
terday afternoon after a short illness.
Death was due to pneumonia.
Mr.. Anbrogi is survived by his wild
ow, Mrs. Arcangela Ambrogi, and I'VE
children, Ray, Dino, Lido, Ida and
Rita Ambrogi.
The funeral will be held from st. Paul's
Catholic Church, Fifteenth and v
streets, Friday morning at o'clock.
Brief services will be held earlier at
the w. w. Chambers funeral home,
400 Chaplin street, at $50 am.