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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
REALTY MORTGAGE
FILINGS INCREASE
July Totals Show 7 Per Cent
Greater Volume Than
June.

The real estate mortgage loan market
in July showed the first upward trend
in recent months, according to a
monthly compilation of the volume of
realty mortgages recorded in the princi-
pal urban districts, issued by Nelson,
Hunt 81 Co. of Chicago, specialists in
real estate and mortgage financing
Ofncial figures from selected repre-
sentative metropolitan areas compiled
in the survey showed that the total
of real estate mortgages filed in July
was per cent larger than in June.
Thirty-five districts. where compare
tive data was available, reported total
of $220,988,l78 in mortgages filed in
July, as compared with $204, TIT ,855 in
June.
Despite the increased volume in
July" said the survey, THE total of
1881 mortgage loans to date is still far
below that of 1880. The extent of the
decline in the volume of real estate
mortgages filed is indicated by the fact
that the May total of this year was
II per cent below last May. June 26 per
cent less than last June and the July
total was about IL per cent below July,
1880"
The figures. which covered SO dis
tricts, comprising more than half of
the urban population in the United
States, reporting total of 1922, los PIT
In real estate mortgages, showed that
l3 cities reported gain in July over
the same month in 1880 in the volume
OF real estate mortgages recorded De-
troit with total of Slg,98S. 462 showed
the largest increase, exceeding July to-
tai Of last year by $4,000, 900 Mil
waukee was second. its July total being
more than $3,700,0 900 greater than a
year ago. Pittsburgh with a total of
$l1 ,461 1877 showed an increase of 50, =
100000. Omaha with a total of S2,l67,-
423 and White Plains with a total of
s1o470,l62 showed increases in excess
OF $l,000,000 over last July. Birming-
ham and Toledo showed increases Of
more than 100000 over a year ago.
Other cities showing a gain in mort
cages filed were Bridgeport. Conn. :;
Buffalo. Minneapolis, New Haven. New
Britain and st. Paul.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29

structed according to their standards"
Mr.. Wyman declares.
Many of these associations are will
ing to lend from IS to rs per cent of
the appraised value of supervised
houses, through first mortgage loans on
them, instead of the so or go per cent
which has hitherto been considered the
only safe maximum"
Sound design and construction not
only retards depreciation of home but
also keeps the prospective owner salts
fed, Mr. Wyman writes, Nothing dis
courages a prospective owner more than
to discover that the home he is still
making payments on is "jerry-built. "
If the roof begins to leak or the floor
to sag, he may suddenly lose all inter
est in making further payments on the
home. And then the loan association is
compelled to foreclose on house which
it doesn't want
If, on the other hand, the prospective
owner is satisfied with the house. he is
eager to complete the payments and
acquire title to it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
BOSTON EXCHANGE HITS
INACCURATE APPRAlSALS

A move designed to further accuracy
of valuations set by real estate ap-
praisers was taken this week by the
Boston Real Estate Exchange. Here
after all members of the exchange
testifying in court as to the value of
property, must furnish to the exchange
complete data supporting their con-
illusions which will be available to the
public, it WIS announced by the Ma
tional Association of Real Estate
Boards
The provision was added to the rules
and regulations governing membership
in the exchange in order to establish
the authenticity and accuracy of APP
praisals made by Boston realtors and
make it possible for their opinions 10
be compared and discussed.
Its further purpose is to wipe out
the feeling of the public that ell expert
testimony, medical and engineering, as
well as real estate, is employed to serve
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
Noise Wins Back
Patrons Cafe Lost
By Soundproofng

Americans like noise with their
meals. It doesn't have to be q
musical sort of noise either Just
the clashing of trays and the rat
tie of dishes are enough, it was
shown recently in a test con-
Quoted In a large New York cafe
terra.
The place had a big patronage,
but it was very noisy. so the man
agement decided to install a
soundproof ceiling and floor. &C
cording to the American Archi-
tect. At once the patronage be-
gan to decline. Fewer and fewer
diners came until at last, in des-
psration. the proprietors had the
soundproofing removed. Imme-
diately custom increased.
The test convinced those in
charge of the cafeteria that the
patrons prefer noise with their
food.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
SIZE SMALL ITEM
IN VALU|NG HOME
Design, Material and Con.
StruCtion Declared Impor-
tant in New Method.

The new method of rating the money
value of house takes little account
OF its size, according to John M. Wy
man, member of President Hoover's
Conference on Home Building and
Home Owning, writing in a current
issue OF The American Architect
1t considers, rather, he says, design,
materials and construction, for leading
loan associations have found that q
small. well designed house is much
better risk" than big mansion which
has been carelessly thrown together"
Some of the most successful build
ing and loan associations in the coun-
try now insist that homes on which
they lend money be designed and con-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
Larger Kitchens Advocated.

Small-income families eat a good
many meals in the kitchen, so why not
make kitchens large enough so father
won't scorch his back on the range,
asks Max A. Ramm, Detroit realtor and
builder who has increased the size of
these rooms in the new low-cost homes
he is building in that city for workers.
Families who have bought these homes
like the idea
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29
Idea Expedites Sales.

Matthew j. Gallagher, Pawtucket,
r. l., attended the annual convention
of the National Association of Real
Estate Boards in Baltimore in May and
got one new idea. He returned home
and used the idea, which was the
furnishing of slow selling houses TO
expedite sale. He sold his slow-selling
houses and other property.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29

business and that the qualified men
engaged In It. when called into court,
give opinions based on their training
and experience
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-08-29

the side from which the remuneration
is received. The Boston exchange
wants all concerned 70 understand that
realty appraisal Is a highly technical
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-03-05
RETIRED GANGSTER
REFUSES TO TALK
u. S. Holds Former Capone
Gunman for Perjury After
Jury Quiz Is Scorned.
Nv The Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
CHICAGO, March 5-A pistol toter
of long ago, who retired to a dude ranch
in Colorado rather than continue as a
figure in Chicago gang activities, today
was faced by the perplexing question
of whether he should talk about the
finan cial affairs of Alphonse Capone.
He is Leland Varian, better known as
Louis Alterie, said by police to have
been member of the old Dion O'Ban-
ion-Torrio-Capone gang, who went
West at the suggestion of Capone back
in 1925, when members of the combine
came to a parting of the ways. The
Government wanted to know some
things about Capone's finances and
looked to Alterie for some information
Alterie was brought to Chicago, but
Investigators who questioned him SAID
his answers were vague and he was
jailed last night on charge of perjury
Officers intimated that unless he can
see his way clear to become laxative
they may dig up an old prohibition law
charge against him. Meanwhile Capone
was free on bond en- a vagrancy charge.
with the hearing postponed until March
20. Capone's attorney objected to the
nickname "Scarface" in the complaint
protesting the name is Alphonse and
nothing more. Harry Ditchburne, as
sistant States attorney, agreed.
The arrest of Alterie was the second
major development of the day in gang
land circles. The other was the dis
appearance of three or four witnesses in
Ditchburne's prosecution of William
"Three-Fingered" White, on trial for
Staying a policeman. He said 1t might
result in dismissal of the case.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-03-05
ARMY ORDERS

Col. william L. Luhn, Cavalry, at
Fort Meade, s. Oak, has been ordered
to Fort Sam Houston, Tex, for duty
with Citizens Military Training Camps;
Lieut.. Col. George H. Paine, Field Artil-
lery, from Fort Bragg, N. c., to Hawaii;
Mai. Elihu II. Ropes, Engineers, from
San Francisco to Fort Mcintosh, Tex;
Mai. Carl S. Doney, Coast Artillery,
from Fort Monroe, Va, to Hawaii; Maj.
Rapp Brush, Infantry, from the War
Department general staff to Vancouver
Barracks, Wash; Maj. Walter r. Mann,
Infantry, from Madison Barracks, N. T.,
to Portland, Greg; Maj. w. H. Shutan,
Ouartermaster Corps, from Fort Hamil-
ton, N. Y, to Camp Dix, N. j.; MAJ.
e. T. Spencer, Field Artillery, from Ha-
wall to Altoona, Pa; Capt. I. E. Buech-
Ter, Field Artillery, from Yale Univer-
sity, New Haven, Conn.,, to Fort Sill,
Okla: First Lieut.. F. B. Lindley, Infan-
try. from Fort George G. Meade, Nd,
to Baltimore: Capt. c. D. Cuny, Signal
Corps. from the War Department to the
Philippines First Lieut.. r. M. Cannon,
Field Artillery, from Fort Sill, Okla, to
the Philippines; First Lieut. P. H. Ma
honey, Infantry, from Boston to Fort
Ethan Allen, vt; Capts. r. T, Adams
and M. A. Dawson, Field Artillery, from
Hawaii to Fort Sill, Okla, and Capts
F. G. Chaddock. A. w. Shutter and M.
A. Stuart and First Lieut.. w. G. Ben
nett, Field Artillery, from Fort Sill
Okla, to Hawaii.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-03-05

The number of hours which we sleep
is not so important as seeing that our
sleep is undisturbed, declared Euro
pean expert recently.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
DOUBLE FEATURE PROGRAM NOW PLAYING
 FOX-POLI PALACE

"The Phantom of Paris" which will head the bill at the Fox-PoH Palace theater, finds John Gilbert, the screens most perfect lover. in a totally new type of role. Not only does Gilbert play the part of a magician but, by a trick Of makeup, also slips into the part Of a marquis, an entirely different character, suave, cold blooded and ruthless. He returns to his real self at the end of the picture, trick of acting that calls forth the utmost talents of the Metro-Gold- wyn-Mayer star.
 "The Phantom of Paris" is the essence of newness. in plot, in splendor of settings and gowns and in filming. The plot brings out an entirely new and involved intrigu- ing situation; ardent love sets Q seemingly insurmountable impasse, cold -blooded murder, quick turns and unusual developments.
 The settings are of tremendous magnitude. A huge French theater where the magician Cheri-Bibi holds the audience spellbound with his unfathomable tricks; ball room where the elite of France dance to sparkling music that hides the intrigue going on; the luxurious drawing rooms, library, dining salon. formal gardens and lounging rooms of a villa of the nobility; the chilly vastness of q French prison where Bibi executes one of the greatest prison breaks
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
"Waterloo Bridge" Closing Local Engagement at Warner Bros
 State Theater Tonight

Demonstrating again the breadth of the motion picture as contrasted with that of the stage, Universals s Waterloo Bridge" which features Mae Clarke and Kent Douglass, closing its engagement at the State tonight, includes scenes that are enacted in quarter-m mile long set tings. The stage version of the same Robert E. Sherwood story, on the other hand, began. unfolded and finished in three acts on the standard sized stage, James Whale, noted English dramatist, directed the picture.
 Stressing realism in Universars Waterloo Bridge" now at the State. James Whale, the director, and Danny Hall, art-director, spent very nearly three months on sketch reproductions of London's familiar corners before work was begun at Universal City upon their construc- tion. In addition to Trafalgar square, actual-sized duplicates of a section of the Thames embank- ment, Cleopatra's needle, the front of his majesty's theater, and cor ner of Leicester square were built for the screen edition of the Robert E. Sherwood play, which features Mae Clarke and Kent Douglass.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
BY GILBERT SWAN NEA Snryice Writer

New York.-Several million adoring ladies of all ages might as we'll get their handkerchiefs ready for a good cry!
 Our one and only Rudy Vallee has up and let himself get mixed up with some of those naughty, naughty bIackout skits of the music revues.
 Yes, our one and only Rudy comes right out on the stage with Willie Howard and sings a song about the good old days while, in the background, appear those un-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25

blushing bedroom scenes and even setting that might have been lifted from "The Specialist" If you come to New York, and wish to cherish your illusions about our Rudy's home-and mother ap- peal, I would save you 8 heart break by this warning. Other wise, it must be admitted that as feature of George Whites Sean dals'', young Mons Vallee is per- sonable, ingratiating but quite colorless.
 Good naturedly, he allows him. self to be slap-sticked about by the riotous Willie Howard, and even subjects to a highly amusing travesty on his very popular broadcast.
 The sensation of this particu- lar revue, which is the best M. White has ever presented, is Ever ett Marshall, late of the Metro politan Opera House. The pres ence of a great voice in produc- ton of this sort is an amazing de- parture. The song, with which he brings cheers and tears night ly is That's Why Darkies Were Born,' which has completely panicked Broadway.
 Marshall is the lad from the mill towns of massachusetts,, who was aided in his musical educa- tion some years ago by promi nent millionaire. After the success of Lawrence Tibbett in the talking pictures, rival con- cern too kMarshall to Hollywood. He didn't get very good picture break and returned. Henceforth, Broadway will accept anything the young man has to offer. There was some curiosity about what Ethel Barrymore's little girl, Ethel Colt, would do in rough and-ready revue. We'll. she comes on for just a few moments as a gossipy reporter from tabloid and jests with the Howard brothers. Then she vanishes. What she does, she does very neatly.
 The Scandals" is one music show you're going to hear about Around the corner, Miss Mae | West, who is almost as well &C., quainted with the cops as Tex Guinan or Earl Carroll, returns with another bit of vulgarity, titled ''The Constant Sinner"
 Miss West, who frequently in | dicates tha tshe might be better than-average performer, seems to have been convinced that the wages of sin are considerable, and that fat x-office results can be depended upon when certain amount of filth is sprinkled over three acts. She plays Babe Cor don, one of "those" gals, and plays her very well. If you like plays about trollop who has 16 scenes worth of lovers, you'll join the crowds that gather at the box 1 office, if and when in Manhattan. |
 "Singin' athe Blues' is the sec ond effort or the season to put on a music show without chorines. lThe first was the Schwab and Man. del Free for All"
 The Aarons and Freedley aggre- gation, noted also for their gal shows of the past, have taken a Harlem melodrama, put in a cer-
 tain number of "blues" songs, or
 ganized a good Harlem troupe and
 entered the chorusless ranks. It's
 an interesting experiment, but
 somehow has failed to catch on.
 For a couple of seasons. word has come from abroad con-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
EDW. G. ROBINSON
 IN SMASH HIT OF THE YEAR FIVE STAR FINAL" OPENING AT WARMERS
 STATE TOMORROW.

That the interpretive genius of Edward G. Robinson is most in evidence in his third screen ap- pearance is the unanimous opinion of audiences throughout the nation who have seen him in Five Star Final" The picture opens a four day engagement at the State to- morrow.
 MT Robinson plays the part of Randall, managing editor of a scandal sheet. Hating the hypo- crisy around him--he is torn be- tween what he conceives to be his duty to his employer-and compass sion for the helpless victims of the circulation bootsing policy. It is the Townsend affair which final ly drives him to the point of cast ing aside his pretended brutality. His speech in resigning the job and denouncing the system is one of the finest pieces of acting we have ever seen on stage or screen.
 The Townsends have been twenty years wed and their pretty daugh- ter, Jenny. is to be married--when the Gazette sleuths uncover the fact that Jenny's mother, before her marriage. had killed man. Though the fact had been known to her husband. also that the deed was in self defense-the paper publishes the facts, an dall but ends the life and happiness of the girl.
 The ill-fated parents of the girl are played with poignant sincerity by H. B. Warner and Frances Starr. The girl is portrayed by beautiful Marian Marsh. The youth whose marriage to her is temporarily prevented by the dis closures, is played by Anthony Bushell, while his protesting par ents are depicted by David Tor renee and Evelyn Hall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25

it is reported to be one Of his earlier pieces.
 It has wit and pace in spots. but it is believed to be too thin for long survival on Broadway.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25

ever screened, are all moulded into a picture of lightning swiftness!
 The supporting cast of Gilbert's new production includes Leila Hyams, Lewis Stone, Jean Hers holt, c. Aubrey Smith, Natalie Moorhead, Ian Keith and Alfred Hickman.
 The co-feature on the program will. be "The Brat" with Sally O'Neil.
 Fox Movietone news and novel; ties complete the program.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
WARMERS STRAND OP F. N $ TOMORROW WITH DELUXE VAUDEVILLE PRISE N " A TIONS AND WINNIE LIGHT- NER IN "SIDE SHOW"

Everything is in readiness for the gala reopening of Warner Brothers Strand theater tomorrow afternoon. At this time the Strand begins a new season of vaudeville and hit talking picture presenta- tions that will bring to the city the finest acts and the most brilliant talent procurable along Broadway.
 Waterburians and folks of neigh boring cities, who have been ad- dressing the local newspapers for their support in bringing back vaudeville are to have their re- quests granted, for the programs at the Strand will include the names of artists and acts that ap- pear at the Palace theater in New York city, where only the very best are billed.
 Headlining the stage show for Saturday is Baby Rose Marie. dainty radio star of the National Broadcasting Company and Vita phone pictures. This child Won der has achieved success while still an infant. She is only six years old, but an accomplished artist. Many local folk have heard her on the radio and it is in response to thousands of requests that the N. B. c. artists bureau have arranged this nationwide tour so that she may appear in person before her admirers.
 Bert Walton, international mon oloHist and master of ceremonies, is on the bill presenting his new act Reciprocity plus Retribution" Bert is a natural comedian and knows the kind of comic chatter vaudeville fans like. He is always a bright spot on any bill.
 The Lovejoy Dancers have an elaborately staged act which is full of pleasant surprises. Novelty numbers and intricate steps mark
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
Auto Crash Last Night
Machines Damaged in Cole Iision at Southington
 Mountain

The charge of reckless driving was preferred against Thomas P. Ramp of 234 Hamilton avenue, this city, following an automobile crash at the foot of the Southington mountain last evening. Ramp post ed bond of $50 for his appear ance in the police court of South ington to-day.
 Ramps machine figured in a col lision with a car operated by John Hayjack of Plantsville. Both cars were damaged, but no one was in- iured. Both cars were travelling in the direction of Waterbury when the accident occurred. Hayjack at tempted a right turn and Ramp crashed into him. The local man alleged that Hayjack failed to sig nal his intentions of making turn. i
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
WHAT THE PRESS AGENTS SAY

this company one of the most out standing in vaudeville today.
 Two other great acts, with come dy predominating, are being booked to make up the balance of the bill. These are being carefully selected to insure this opening stage show topping all previous ones.
 The feature picture is Side Show" starring Winnie Lightner and Charles Butterworth. It's a riot of laughs. Individually these stars are a cyclone of laughs, but together they're a panic. Winnie is a one-man side show in her self initiating the wild man, hula dan- cer. sword swallower and what not. You'll rock in your seats at her and Charlie in this mirthquake of merriment.
 Don't forget the opening to- morrow afternoon. Attend the matinee and avoid the crowds in the evening
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
BARBARA STANWYCK IN 1.-THE MIRACLE WOMAN
 AT THE LYRIC THEATER

Barbara Stanwyck comes to inc Lyric theater today in "The Mir acle Woman" Columbia's newest special picture that is said to pro- vide this incompatible actress with her greatest dramatic role. Miss Stanwyck has been nothing less than a sensation. She burst into the cinema sky like a bomb- shell. No one hardly suspected her presence - and then, all OF a sudden, there she was one day making you cry and like It m Ladies of Leisure" Since then the movie world has been talking about her - and taking in accents loud and loving.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25
Four Marx Bros in Their Laughing Sensation, "MOnkey Musfness"
 at FOx-POli Palace Sunday

While audiences sit spell-bound at the feats Harpo Marx can do with the rap which gave his his professional name, orthodox musi- clans gnash their teeth, groan and tear their hair.
 The red-haired comic admitted as much himself as he finished filming Monkey Business, the four Marx brothers current Para mount starring picture, which comes to the Fox-Poli Palace Sun day for four days engagement.
 Harpo learned to play on harp which was handed down to him by his grandfather.
 He does everything wrong. even to the extent of tuning the instru- ment so that no other person on earth can play 1t.
 Arthur Shattuck. distinguished pianist, once told Harpo he was po-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-09-25

tentially a master of the first rank if he would practice consistently.
 This lead the comedian to begin harp lessons from famous teacher at the rate of $10 a half hour.
 Reporting for his first lesson, the master told Harpo to play some thing. He did. The teacher turned purple. The playing was barbarous. an insult to music and absolutely impossible.
 To prove that it was possible, Harpo showed the teacher one Of his tricks. The teacher sat down beside the comedian, interested. Harp ocontinued to illustrate his style.
 By the end of the lesson, Harpo had done all the teaching. He handed over his $10 and departed, convinced that he should have his money. That was his first and last lesson.
 Harpo again plays the harp in Monkey Business" Chico plays the piano-and Groucho and Zeppo more than do their bit by playing up to every pretty girl they meet in the action of the picture.