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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
WHISPER STRUCK
 ARKANSAS AND
 DID BIG DAMAGE
One Child and Guardsmen Search Ruins for More Bodies = One Million Dollar Damage

Little Rock, Ark, Dec. 14.-(UP) National Guardsmen and work men searched for bodies of more victims to-day in four debris strewn Arkansas towns hit by tornado that killed one child and injured 20 persons or more. Five-year-old Helen Colvert was killed at Cam den where the storm struck first. Her parents and two-year-old sis ter, Louise, were so seriously in- jured they may not live. The twister ripped through the business section of Camden, then to Waldo, Bluff county and Stephens. Farms along its route were damaged.
 Damaged communication lines were being repaired to-day. Roads were cleared of fallen trees. Rail- road service between the stricken towns was resumed. More than 25 residences were wrecked. An esti- mate placed the damage in the towns at close to a million dollars.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
FOR
 ANTI-FASCST
 ON WEDNESDAY
Orlando SpartaeO Was Given Two Years in Jail for Causing Trouble When Grandi Visited Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Dec. 14.-UP).-- Arguments in the appeal of Or lando Spartaco, anti-fascist who was sentenced to two years in jail for melting to riot, were post poned to-day by the state superior court and will be heard Wednesday.
 Spartaco was given the maxi mum sentence when found guilty of the charges in connection with Italian Foreign Minister Dino Grandi's visit in Philadelphia. He jumped on the car in which the minister rode and shouted "down with Grandi."
 The postponement was granted by the full bench of seven judges when David Levinson, attorney for Spartaco, announced that he had not been able to have his briefs and records of the case printed. Although he announced he was ready to argue the case orally, If the court preferred.
 Clare Frenerty. assistant district attorney, also said he would argue the case orally, not having received copies of Levinson's briefs, if the court ordered. r.t
 But Frank Trexler, presiding justice. ordered the arguments postponed until the end of the list Wednesday to give Levinson time to have his records type written. The court permitted him to have the records typewritten, and not printed, since Levinson ad- vised the court that the defendant did not have the money for print ing. tf'Ss, rl}A .rI
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
GOVT
 BEING RUN BY
 MEN OF WEALTH
MOnied Interests Control This try and Europe Declare Car= dinal O'COnneIl

Boston, Dec 14-(U. P.)-Adula- ton of wealth has begun to ruin America, in the opinion Of William Cardinal O'Connell, Roman Cath ollie archbishop of Boston. Address ing the St Vincent De Paul Society yesterday, the cardinal said the current deflation of values was good. because it might bring some people to their senses. Unless something happens to make people think less of money and more of the big things in life, Christianity has failed" he declared.
 The cardinal charged that pres ent day government was mainly by monied interests. Tt is not neces- sary to name them" he said. "In every country of Europe and Amer ica these men are prominent. They rarely come out in the open. but they are acting behind the scenes. They are pulling the strings and the little men are doing the jump ing." ..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Plymouth Boy Of
 II Brings Suits
 Through Father
atter Seeks S3OOO for Money Spent in HOspitaliza' ton May State Antoist Defendant in Acnon Brought in Local Court

shorter, permanently, the com plaint alleges. \ In the fathers suit, 1t is alleged that he spent large sums for medi- cal care and disqualification ana will be required to spend further amounts in the future.
 On a common count writ re- turned in the same court, John J, Linskey of Naugatuck seeks $500 damages from Brownie Jurzynski of Naugatuck, the litigation is bas- ed on an alleged unpaid note In the amount of $200.
 The Thomaston Savings Bank seeks the foreclosure of a mortgage on Pine street property against Carrie s. Kendall. The papers state the property was conveyed to the defendant by Ida Leopold ny deed dated June 9, 1928. The mort gage is for $4,500. In another foreclosure action, Mitchell J.. Az bert seeks the foreclosure of a mortgage on Tudor street property against Joseph and J. Alexander Lennieux.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Accident Probe
 Waits On Wright
Driver of Death Car Still Battles for Life in Danbury
 Hospital

driver of the automobile which was struck and wrecked by a gasS oline rail car. s
 Several witnesses were examin- ed here Saturday afternoon,- but Coroner Monzani stated this morn ing that the testimony of Wright would be of utmost importance. F, N. Smith, superintendent of the New Haven division, Assistant Superintendent John w. Guineen of the Danbury division, Joseph P Wadhams. of New Haven. repre-. senting the state public utilities commission, were in attendance at the session.
 The most startling bit of testi- mony was the claim of the train crew, Engineer Robert M. Burns and John B. Lynch. conductor, that the automobile attempted to reach the crossing before the en- zine. It had been previously held that the car had stalled. Several passengers on the train and num- Der of spectators, who arrived shortly after the crash, were ques- tioned here Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Claiming his right leg will be one-haif inch shorter as result of injuries he received when struck by the defendants car, Richard Kulakoski, Il, of Plymouth today instituted suit for $5,000 damages against Theodore H. Johnson of Stoneham, Mass. The suit IS brought by the youths father, John, who also asks $S,0OO dam ages. Both cases are returnabie to the common pleas court the nr5t Tuesday of January.
 According to the complaint the boy had alighted from a trolley, bound for Bristol from TerryvHle. at Peauabuck, last June 18th and was crossing the highway when ne was struck by the Massachusetts car. He was thrown to the pave ment and in addition to many la cerations, abrasions and contusions, received fracture of the upper part of his right thigh. An opera tion was performed, and as a result tha boys leg will be a half men
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
STUDENTS HELD
 UNDER BONDS IN
 NEW HAVEN RIOT
Policeman Ahern Was Held and Beat Up But He Clung to One Prisoner

New Haven, Conn, December IA
 - (UP) - Shots were fired and a policeman was beaten early today when "Townies'' went to the rescue of a Yale fraternity initiate who was arrested because his question caused a girl to faint.
 The student, who said he was George Porter, and Joseph Far ricielli, who went to Porter's as- sistance, were taken to police headquarters to await city court arraignment. Other "Townies" who held Patrolman John Ahern while Farracielli punched him, escaped when riot squad of 15 patrolmen rushed to the scene of disturbance from headquarters, &C., cording to police.
 Porter approached girl and in quired politely if she could direct him to a wooden Indian. Fright ened, the girl tainted.
 Patrolman Ahern revived the girl and arrested Porter.
 Farricielli, onlOoker, protested, the student had done no wrong and the policeman advised him to mind Y swung with his right, knocking the policeman to his knees, stunned, according to police reports. Mem- bers of the crowd which was at- tracted to the scene then held Ahern while Farracielli pounded him, police said.
 When the riot squad arrived the crowd fled. Several shots were fired in the general direction of Farracielli before he halted.
 Porter was released under $500 bonds on charge of general breach of the peace. He was not pre- sented in court. Farricielli, ap- bearing rather the worse for wear, was arfaigned on charges Of breach of the peace. resisting an officer and obstructing an officer. He was released under $500 bond also. Both will be tried Saturday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Game Dinner
 at Equinox
Robert Mcclure and Ern- est Peterson Prepare
 Meal

A number of followers of the gun and trail were treated to a choice game dinner at the Equinox club at Hitchcock's Lake yester- day afternoon. The piece de re- sistance consisted of tender steaks taken from deer captured in Maine the past season by Andrew Larson and Albert Peterson. The dinner was prepared by Robert Mcclure and Ernest Peterson.
 After the feast was served the South End setback team was chal- lenged to game by the North End delegation, including Conrad Lar son, captain, Walter Strumm, Charles Martone and Lewis Blod- gett. The South Ends had in the lineup: Captain Walter Wilmot, Err nest Sesselman, William Pelletier and Charles K. Ahcarn. The South Enders had no difficulty in polish Ing off the northern outfit. The latter, however were not satisfied and chose a hand picked team of so called experts including Albert Kenyon, Frank Bagley, Stony Bor-i rella and Lewis Blodgett, and an- other match was held. The excite- ment marking the play in this game easily compared to the games being played by Lenz and Culbert- son, the bridge experts. Again the South Binders came through with the win and were declared champs. The wind up Of the affair was the agreement that a bowling match be held to decided the champion ship of that sport. The game will be held Friday evening.
 Those in attendance at the din- ner yesterday included Roy Hoff- man. Victor Larson, Emil Brandt, Conrad Larson, Frank Bagley, Louis Blodgett Walter Wilmot. Will liam Pelletier, E. A. Sesselman. Walter Strumm, Peter Larson. Os- car Peterson. Armond Lafferier Charles K. Ahearn, Charles Theri- auit. Oscar Anderson, Carl Peter son. George Standard. Charles Martone Clifford Bellmay. Frank Bowers, George. Wright. Albert Kenyon, Stony Borella, Andrew Larson, Albert Peterson, Ernest Peterson. Albert Blackburn and William Morgan.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
FUNERALS

The funeral of Ralph Harry Burbee was held this morning at S:3O o'clock from the home. All Wateryille street to St Margaret's church, where a mass of requiem was celebrated at g o'clock by Rev Peter Daily. Burial was in Calvary cemetery. The pallbearers were: Hugh Murphy, Edward Culhane, Francis McVerry, Martin Flaherty, John Mitchell and Edward Butler.
 Funeral services for Sidney Loycal Chick were conducted yes terday afternoon at St Paups Methodist church with Rev Ken meth Kingston, pastor, officiating. 'Interment. took place this morning in Pine Grove cemetery. The bear CTS were: Thomas and James Mac Clure, A. .Greig Ritchie, Albert Cur tis, John Walsh and George Brown.
 The funeral of Mrs Jane Higgins was held Saturday morning at S:3O o'clock from the Bergin funeral home, 290 East Main street, to St Margaret's church where a solemn mass of requiem was celebrated nt 9 o'clock by her bother, Rev Will liam J. Fox of North Canaan. as- sisted by Rev F. P. Daly as deacon and Rev Cornelius Moriarty as sub-deacon.
 Seated in the sanctuary were Rev John McGrath of Washington. Rev Joseph A. McCuen and Rev Michael Branaghan and Rev John Cleary of Holy Ghost mission. South Nor walk. During the mass, special music was played by John L. Bonn. church organist.
 Burial was in new St Joseph's cemetery. Father Moriarty officiat- ed at the grave assisted by Father McGrath and Father Fox. The bearers were Leo Fox. Joseph Cass. Charles Hanrahan. M. ]. Bergin. Harry Brew and John Mccarthy. The funeral of Antonio Fusco took place this morning at 8:30 o'clock from the home on White Road, Oakvilie to St Mary Mazda lene's church where mass of re quiem was celebrated at 3 o'clock | by Rev. Leo Finn. Burial was In Calvary cemetery. The pailbearers were: peliegrin0 varrone, Napoio | Gugliotti, Angelo Damlco. Joseph spino. Glacontino santoPietro and
 James Rinaldi.
 The funeral of Rudolph !. Piasse of i2 shelton street was held this morning from the T.unny funeral home. sB Central avenue. The body was sent en the S:f5 o'clock train Ito Webster, .fass. where burial Will ! be hold to-morrew morning.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
He Laughed at Story and Falls
 From End Floor

Cleveland. December 14-UP) James Eddy. 24. probably will never walk again because he laughed.
 While dining last night, friend told him a story. Eddy became convulsed with laughter. Suddenly he choked. While the rest of the party laughed, he ran to the second story home. There was a scream. as he toppled over the railing.
 Eddy's friends found him un- conscious with broken back. Physicians said today he may never walk again.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Three Youths in Fatal Auto Crash
 at WestpOrt

Westport, Mass Dec 14-(UP)- An automobile, travelling about 4o miles per hour, crashed into a fac tory loading platform at bend in the road, here early Sunday, killing three Fall River youths and injuring two others.
 The dead: Edward Chaisty. 23: William Lowney, 19. son of MT and Mrs John J. Lowney of Providence. R. l.; Lawrence Downey, 25. Those hurt were Walter Bolduc and Charles Furze. Jr. The accident oc- cured while the automobile, driven by Lowney, was enroute from New Bedford to Fall River.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
STATE POLICE
 FOUND CACHE

Groton, Conn. Dec 14-UP)-- State Policemen Arthur Johnson and Erie Swanson were suspicious of the thick floor of truck they encountered early to-day and inc vestigated. Under false floor they found 50 cases of liquor.
 They arrested George Luce, elO St Nfcholns avenue. New York city, driver, and conhscated the truck, allogadly owned by Frank Beck, . Leight street. New York
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

Until Walter Wright, 49, of Bridgeport has recovered sufficient ly to submit to an examination by Coroner John T. Monzani the in- vestigation of last Thursdays triple tragedy at the railroad cross ing in Southbury will be held up. Wright is battling for his life in the Danbury hospital. He was the
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
STRANCEST OF
 ALL SUICIDES

Balboa, c. E., Dec 14-UP)- The bodies of Charles A. Roach of Syracuse. Kan, and his small daughter, Jacqueline, were recov- cred from their automobile in the bottom of the harbor to-day.
 The body of Roach's eight-year- old son was recovered earlier. Ap- parently Roach. after difficulties with his wife, drove his car with the children off the end of the pier in an unusual suicide.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Grand Army Post of Meriden Has
 Only , Members

Meriden. Conn, Dec 14-OP)- The Merriam Post, G. A. R. had been reduced to five members to- day by death of Eugene A. David son, 83, who was fatally injured py an automobile last night as he crossed a street.
 The Civil war veteran, native of Cornwall. was struck by Q car operated by Miss Marion Yale of Meriden. Davidson enlisted at Bridgeport at the age of 16 in company I 13 regiment. Connecti- cut volunteer infantry.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
Condition of Jane Addams Said to
 Be Only Fair

Baltimore, Md, Dec 14-(UP)- The condition of Jane Addams, Nobel prize winner. now patient al Johns Hopkins hospital. was said to-day to be flair" by Dr Thomas Cullen, her physician.
 Miss Addams was operated on Saturday. The operation was en- tirely successful, according to Dr Cullen. The patient spent a conn fortable weekend.
 Miss Addams received word of the Nobel award at the hospital Thursday. She entered the institu- ton Wednesday afternoon.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

This did not include the rural sec tions. A heavy rain accompanied the twister and the oil town or Smackover, near Camden. although not hit by the tornado, was one of the worst sufferers from the rain. Residents forced to leave their homes, returned as the water re- ceded.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
POLICEMAN SHOT
 BY HIMSELF

Hamden, Conn, Dec 14-UP) Patrolman Clarence Benson,. high ranking marksman of the Hamden police force. shot and seriously wounded himself in routine inspec- tion of arms at police headquarters to-day.
 While drawing his revolver from it's holster he shoth imself through the thigh. By the time he reached New Haven hospital he had lost a large quantity of blood and his condition was described as very serious.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
CONNECTICUT DEATH TOLL

Hartford, Conn. December 14 - (UP) - Connecticut's automobile death toll already exceeds that for the entire year 1880.
 Report of il deaths for the week ended December raised the total to 42b since January 1. 1881. Last years complete toll was A1s.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
STRIKE IS OVER

Tampa. Florida. December II - (UP) Tampa's cigar makers strike was at an end today when most of the 5000 who walked out nearly three weeks ago after their readers were discharged. re- turned to work. 70
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
OBITUAR R Y

this city: three nephews, pr Jo- seph A., Frank and Alphonse Cim- inera, all of Waterbury; three nieces, Mrs Phillip Cossette, Mrs Joseph Fisher of Jamaica, L. I. and Mrs Thomas Colasanto of this city; and four great grandchildren.
 The funeral will be held tomor- row from the home of her daughter in Port Washington, L. l. with burial in that city.
 MUILIGAN-Patrick Mulligan of 139 Watervilie street died this morning at St Mary's hospital. He had been a resident of this city for 40 years coming here from Ireland. MT Muiligan was employed Tor lf years at the International Sllver company and was well known anu highly respected.
 He is survived by his wife, Mrs Mary (Conaty) Mulligan; one daughter, Mrs Patrick Doolin; one grandchiid, Virginia Doolin; one brother Edward and two sisters, Mrs Patrick Sheehan of Ansonia and Mrs Matthew McCabe of Ire land.
 The funeral will be held from the home on Wednesday morning to St Margaret's church at a time |ti be announced ;iatefs Burial will be in Calvary cemetery.
 LYNCH-William Lynch, of v Lounsbury avenue, died suddenly Saturday as result of a heart at- tack.
 He is survived by his mother. Mrs Elizabeth Lynch; one sister, Mrs Joseph Delaney; and one brother, Edward Lynch.
 The funeral will be held to-mor- row morning at 9:15. o'clock from the Mulville funeral home, 27O West Main street, with services at St Francis Xavier church at 9:46 o'clock. Interment will be in Cal vary cemetery.
 ossidcnto--Angelo Possidento. aged two years, son of MT and Mrs Rocco Possidento of 34S Oak street died this morning at the Waterbury hospital.
 Besides his parents. he leaves one brother, Anthony, and seven sisters, Mrs Frank Rosa. Mrs Pas ouale DeFloria, and Misses Carmel Ia. Jennie, Rose, Lucia and Jos- ephine Possidento. n
 The body was removed to the funeral home of Thomas Colosanto, 932 Bank street from where the funeral arrangements will be an- y,n,fncad later
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
GANDHI SAILS HOME

Brindisi, Italy. December IA @ CUP) The Mahatma NJ. K. Gandhi, completing his visit to Eu- rope, sailed with his suite for In- dia to day aboard the liner Pilsna. The Maharajah of Lahore was on the same steamer
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
WILL WED AGAIN

London, December IA (UP) - Prince Nicholas of Rumania in- tends to remarry as a commoner the bride denied him as member of royalty. the Daily Herald was informed today from Bucharest
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
BURNS CAUSED DEATH

Derby, Conn, December "A - (UP) - Burns caused the death Of Mrs Frances De Felice, S4, at Grif- fin hospital today.
 Her clothing became ignited while she was putting coal on kitchen stove Sunday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
IN mEMoRIAM

In loving memory of our dear mother, Mrs Mary c. Daly, wno a 9e- parted this life December 14th' A'eo. Our lips cannot speak how much we our hearts know not what to say; But God alone knows how we mss
 her, ,, T;r," may heal a broken heart, And make the wound less sore; Rut it cannot stop the longing For our loved one gone before. Day by Day we sadly miss her., Words would fail our loss to tell; Iannv there with Christ to dwell.
 (Signed) THE FAMILY.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

KEEFE - Mary Keefe, age z years daughter of George ana Marion Tierney Keefe, died Satur- day evening at her home 6lO baid- win street. She was pupil Tn the third grade at St Francis Xavier 5 school and was loved by her ciass- mates and teachers.
 Resides her parents she leaves one sister, Joan.
 The funeral will be held to-mor- 'roy morning at 8:15 o'clock from the home to St Francis Xavier's church where a mass of requiem will he celebrated at 9 o'clock. Bur ial will be in old St Joseph's ceme- tery. <
 TUCKER-Infant son of MT and Mrs Irving Tucker of 21 West street. Seymour, died yesterday. Mrs Tucker is the former Hazel Demarest of this city.
 GIRSON = Mrs Sarah d.. (Bridge) Gibson, age 86 years, widow of Edgar Gibson, died yes- terday morning at her home Tn Hartford. She was born in water, hurv. She is survived by several nephews and nieces. The funeral will be held wednesday afternoon at i o'clock from her home witn burial in this city. s,.s e..-...s3s {.
 I.ASPROGATA-Mrs Anna Cim- inera Lasprogata, age 92 years, died Saturday evening at the home or her daughter, Mrs Anthony Iassa of 30 Park Avenue, Port Wasn ington, L. I. Until few years past she resided in this city where sne was well and favorably known among Italian residents Of the city.
 She is survived by her daughter; one brother, Andrew Ciminera oI
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14

A new hydraulic brake is said 't0 stop the heaviest airplnne with
 To 300 feet after landing.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-12-14
DIED

LYNCH-In this city Dec 12, 1881 William Lynch of 77 Lounsbnry Ave. Funeral tomorrow morning at s.15 o'clock to St Francis Xavier church Burial in Calvary ceme- tery.
 MULLIGAN-In this city Dec 14. terviIle St. Funeral Wednesday morning. time to be announced later to St Margaret's church. Burial in Calvary cemetery. KEEFE-In this city Dec IF 1sSl Eunerai tomorrow morning at sis o'clock to St Francis Xavier church. Burial In old St Josephs cemetery.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1931-03-24
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