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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27
Benefits Are Seen
In Street Vendors
To the Editor of The Star:

To the Editor of The Star:
was glad to see an editorial in The
Star showing some interest in the
flower and apple vendors on our streets.
Doubtless am one Of many who would
be sorry not to have the joy of seeing
bright flowers at the corners and curbS
OF our shopping streets. Ever since
years ago they were banished from F
street have missed them. In other
cities they may be seen. Why not in
Washington, where our walks are
broader?
used to hear of the charm of Lon
don when the Spring opened with its
vendors OF flowers making glad and
bright the streets. Perhaps they, too,
have now been baniShed. But aside
from the loss in beauty to our other
wise gray commercial thoroughfareS
should We not think and be glad that
these vendors Of flowers and apples are
doing what they can in these times
of lessened employment? AS for the
shop merchants, they have larger OPP
toners. 1 have talked with many OF
these apple men when buying their ap-
Piles, both in New York City and Wash
ington, and have been impressed with
their ability, many of them men fitted
and having had well paying employ
ment in former years. and / have been
repaid for my interest III finding them
optimistic as to better times to come
and courageous in doing what they
could. And many OF these men have
shown real pleasure in just human in
tereSt in their present enforced condi-
ton. I think many more apples have
been bought this year than usual, which
Is we'll for all If the quotation Is true
that AN apple day keeps the doctor
away"
1t seems to me that those who are
comfortably supplied with this worlds
goods should for the sake of brother
hood stand for these vendors. In case
they are too crowded In any one spot
why not make law regarding the num-
Der ut a given place?
But I sincerely hope that the law
will not Danish these men on our
streets until we can offer them some
other employment.
ADELE GREENE.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

through q redistricting bill which the
Governor, Floyd Olson, a Farmer-Labor-
lite, has vetoed on the ground that 1t
was unequal in the matter of popula-
ton assigned the districts. The matter
has gone to the courts. II the courts
sustain the veto, then, unless the Gov
ernor calls q special session of the Legis-
lature and q bill Is drafted which can
meet his approval, Minnesota must elect
its nine members of the House at large,
or in . Statewide election. This might
not only give the F'armer-Labor party q
chance to elect more than the one mem
Der of the House it now has, but also 1t
might make it possible for the Farmer
Labor party to elect q majority of the
tional convention. 1t is a nice tanslc,
with plenty Of poiitiaS involved.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Chinese bandits express willingness to
accept partial ransom payments in the
form of talking machine records, ath-
letic equipment and backgammon and
chess outfits. No requests for NAH
jong, 1t will be noted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

France eontemplates new hospital
intended to cater particularly to the
middle and poorer classes. There Is no
reason why they, just as well as those
better on, should not have the pleasure
Of talking about their operations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Airplanes, like ships, now have red
and green lights indicating port and
starboard. In future times of crowded
air lanes this alone should prevent any
smart aleck from ever doing any upside
down flying after dark.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27
InSidiOuS.

why did you insist on putting that
woman forward as a candidate for Of
nee in your society,""
she was getting too popular" re-
piled Miss Cayenne. II wanted to see
her make her share of enemies"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Where are you going this Summer"
"Oh, somewhere close to the heart OF
nature, where motoring is good, the
hotel strictly modern and the train
service perfectly reliable"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27
Resemblance Impossible.

Does your son look ike you?"
NO" replied Farmer Corntossel and
he never will No power on earth could
persuade Clyde Corntossel to wear whis-
kerS and old clothes"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27
Sincerity nisannroHed.

"You at least give that energetic
orator credi: for believing every word
he says"
Yes" replied Senator Sorghum.
That is what makes me doubt his in
teilectual responsibility
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Wilbur Glenn Voliva, now 81, de-
clares that he will not die until he is
106. Even in that lengthy additional
period of life 1t is doubtful II he acquires
any common sense.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

In seeking wisdom men take pride;
For knowledge bravely they explore.
Just now our souls are satisfied
When we have asked, What Is thu
scorer"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27
A Slow Education.

This world is very, very old;
Yet men both eloquent and bold
Prom year to year arise in turn
Insisting 1t has lots TO learn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Democrats are hard at it planning to
raise another million. They just never
seem to get tired Of playing those pres
idential races.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

People q natchelly so envious," said
Uncle Eben. dat q man can't cut grass
till his back aches wifout somebody
imaeinin' he's havin' a good time an
hopin' he busts his lawn mower"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Our downtown streets. uninfested by
unnecessary automobiles, are to most
drivers and walkers as pleasing as GU
linary connections without carrots.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

The depression has been widespread
and lengthy. So was the drought. 1t
Is remarkable how Chicago police cap
tains have escaped both.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

The Associated Press is exclusively entitled
- the use for republic alton of all news dis
patches credited to 1t or not otherwise cred
ited in this paper and also the local news
published herein. All riEhts OF publics ton OF
special dispatches herein are also reserved.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Rumor that the prolonged drought
wore out many Maryland and Virginia
sun -dials is unfounded.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

The Governor and the State Legisla-
ture Of Minnesota have fallen out mail
ly over the redistricting of the State to
meet the requirements Of the new ap-
portionment law for the House Of Rep
resentatives. Minnesota under this new
law loses q seat in the House The
Legislature, before 1t adjourned, put
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

Q. Why are the chapters in Dickens
Christmas CAROL called staves?-C. F..
A. Stave Is another word for stanZa
or verse OF poem or song. Since q
carol is literally song celebrating the
nativity Of Christ, it is quite appropriate
that the subdivisions be termed StaYeS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

@. Was Alexander Graham Bell born
in this country?-O. NJ.
A. He was born in Edinburgh. Scot
land, March 3, 1847; moved to Canada
in August, 1870. and came to Boston In
1871 as q teacher OF deaf-mutes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

@. When and by whom were the
plans for the Brooklyn Bridge made?
When was it built?-I. L.
A. The plans for the Brooklyn Bridge
1855. The bridge was begun JANUARY
3, 1870, completed and opened to tbs
public May "a, 1883. Its total length
is 6,o16 feet; its height, 135 feet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-04-27

@. Which one of Shakespeare pail.
bearers emigrated to Virginia?--J. F.
A. DR.. Weldon emigrated to Fred
ericksburg. Here he was buried. His
tombstone was recently found.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
K. of l.. Teams
 Start Hoop Work

The new St Joseph's School Au- ditorium will be the scene of the first basketball practice of the sea son. tonight, at 7:30 o'clock. Every member who has signed to play basketball or those desiring to play are kindly requested to make their appearance tonight, where the committee headed by Father John Kripas and William Derwin, assistant supervisor of the Park deparament, will form the teams, and will probably start the season next Monday night. Seventy-one young men have enrolled, with more expected to be present at tonight's gathering.
 The young ladies who are form ing a girls basketball loop in the K. of L. circles, will meet to-mor- row evening at the K. of l.. club rooms at 7:15 o'clock. Miss Alice Adams will be in charge of the girls sporting activities.
 These two boys leagues and the girls loop are being sponsored by the Knights of Lithuania organi- zation. and every young lady or man of Lithuanian descent are cordially invited, to attend.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12

-' :. The flight Cor is it farce?) of the century" in reality, is nothing more important than a scheduled 15-round contest between Jack Sharkey. portly Boston squire who has failed in his every important ring test, and Primo Camera. 260- pound Italian circus freak who has yet to meet a major opponent.
 Not Very Promising
 If the reports from Promoter Johnston's prolific publicity de- partment are accepted at face value, the fight is certain to pro vide 2 $250,000 crowd with thrills to make the Dempsey -Firpo bat tie of the ages" appear no more exciting than the regular Tuesday afternoon meeting of the Mudville Corners Whittling club.
 Both the $250,000 crowd and the "cyclonic, breath-taking soul stir ring action" however, seem likely to prove nothing more than press agents dream. When the match was first made for Chicago a year ago 1t was believed certain to at sE@St d pOVV,VVV SdtSs OAldihcy, d o to 1 favorite, ran out" at that time. The courts prevented the contest when Johnston booked 1t like a $300,000 attraction.
 The unsavory rumors occasioned by Sharkey's refusal to go through with the contest on Oct 1, even though x-rays of his alleged little n tr1t more important than an imperfect job of manicuring, and Jacks mis- erable showing against Mickey a gate attraction. Promoter John son claims to have $50.oo0 ad- vance sale and talks of a $200,000 the fight crosses more than $100,- 900 even Johnston will be sur- prised.
 Undepcndablc!
 Sharkey has disappointed his followers against Dempsey. Phil Scott, Schmeling, and even old and in his last start could get no Mickey Walker. Camera has won "AsA OfcE set ups during his two years in this country.
 Sharkey is quoted as a to 5 fa- vorite to win with less wagering on the result than in any heavy weight bout of recent years. Shar- key adherents and form players are loath to risk actual money in view of the Bostonian's previous cratic performances, the suspi- cion that Sharkey is "all washed up" and ready to retire, and be- cause of the conviction that the clique of Broadway mobsmen in- terested In Camera would not risk their million dollar prospect" against Sharkey without positive assurance of victory.
 Take Your Choice
 ''Hunch" players and would be "wise money" bettors like Car nera's chances, even though Primo could get no better than an even break in two bouts with round- heeled Jimmy Maloney and need ed outside assistance to defeat such tenth-raters as Ace Clark and Bombo Chevalier.
 Our choice? Sharkey. bad as he is. and by a knockout-but only If the contest is fought on its merits and has not been decided weeks ago in one of Manhattan's numer- ous "speakies."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
SLUCCERS FEATURE THURSDAY FIGHT
 CARD AT ARENA
Nichols and Bush in Prom ising Main Bout Knapp and Carter Meet -Jessup Hooks Up With Andy Strong

In attmepting to punch his way to a win over George Nichols, the southpaw Buffalo ringman, Willie Bush of this city will have the hardest task that has yet confront ed him, in the opinion of the ma jority of fans who have discussed the bout which will feature George Mulligan's second indoor boxing show Thursday evening at the Wa terbury Arena on Phoenix avenue.
 Popular Ringman.
 That Nichols is the type wno can draw them through the gate is evidenced by the brisk demand for tickets since the bout was first an- nounced. Though the Buffalo boy showed only once in this city. and that for one full round against Battling Archie, he made such d distinct impression on local fistic fandom that they will probably be out in capacity number to see his go against Bush Thursday. Being an Italian, Nichols has made a large number of admirers already, who want to see him win decisively over the colored boy who will have plenty of weight, height and reach on him.
 Action Here.
 Andy Strong of Washington and Eddie JeSSup of Torrington should provide one of the thrillers of the undercard in the six round bout in which they will hook up. Jessup is making his first profess sional showing and is getting op- position plenty tough. for Strong las already demonstrated his abil- ity as a seeker with plenty of cour- age and that well known will to win" Carmen Knapp, the clever little New Havener has Sal Carter of Middletown for an opponent in a six round bout that will be well worth looking at. Carter is plenty clever and can hit hard enough to make things quite distressing for any foe, though he does not pos sess killing punch. Knapp is good, solid puncher who has a number of K. O.'s on his list. A sizzling opening bout featuring Joe Arnold and Tony Laverio of Bris- tol opens the show. Young Mack and Ollie Herst of North Adams. two unknown quantities in this neck of the woods, will provide the eight round semi-final
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
STATE SEMI=PRO
 GRID RESULTS

Results of semi-pro grid games played in Connecticut yesterday follow:
 Waterbury South Ends 6. Hart ford Frog Hollow Echoes 0.
 Wallingford Walcos 46, Oakville St Mary's 6.
 Ansonia 6, AlI-Torrington 0.
 Bristol West Ends 40, Water bury Walnut Hills O.
 Thomaston Ponies 6, Springfield Indians o.
 Hartford Pioneers 6. Plainville A. c. 0.
 New Haven Triangles 13, New Haven Highwood Gyms 0.
 New Haven Annex 13, West Ha- ven Boys Club O.
 Branford Laurels 19, New Have T Sterlings 0.
 Hartford South Ends ', New Bri- tain Collegians 0.
 Meriden Mohicans IS, Middle town Tufts o.
 Hartford All Burnsides 12, Bris- tol Maple Ends o.
 Stafford Olympics 12, Rockville Clerks 6.
 New Britain Tigers 20, Hartford Clover Leafs 0.
 New London Ockfords 20, New London Sub Base o.
 Putnam Bulldogs 0, Blooming dale 0.
 Meriden Falcons 0. Middletown South Ends 0.
 Manchester Majors 12, Seymour A. c. O..
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
HARTFORD TEAM
 LOSES 60 TO
 SOUTH END CREW

What looked like an easy triumph for the Gene Cummings South End A. A. gridmen turned into a hard-fought to victory for the green and white clad boys over the Frog Hollow Echoes of Hartford yesterday afternoon at Hamilton Park before 4,000 fans. The South Ends started the big parade right In the first period, and at time were in the shadow of the visitors goal line. Luddy Burke smashed over an an off, tackle plunge, the kick after touch down being blocked.
 Fairly Even.
 For the remainder of the game, the teams played nip and tuck football neither side scoring, the South Ends being halted in the third quarter four feet from the goal line. where they lost the ball on downs. Fifteen and 5 yard penalties in the last period gave the Hartford eleven a chance to threaten, but an intercepted for ward pass killed the big oppor- tunity for the boys from the insur- ance town. The line-play of Jeff Schiavone and Russo, and the backfield work of Art Schiavone and Burke were the individual features, with Matty Sheehan grabbing two passes that went for long gains. The summary:
 Waterbury (6) co Hartford Carty, le .......... re, Ring Schiavone, It ........... Tt, King Ruggerio, lg ....... rp Scheidler 1-uSSo, c, Sner1den J anthony, rg ......... lg, Kelly hius, rt .'........... IL, forte oHeenah, re ........... le, Green heily, qD D.......... qD, Duquld Johnson, lhb ...rhb, Cunningham A. Shiavone, rhb .. .lhb, Jacobson Burke, fb fb, Fitzgerald
 Score by periods:
 Waterbury ..... 6 0 o O. 6
 Touchdown made by Burke. Substitutes: Tripaldi for Klung, Sweeney for Russo. Spiott for Carty, Lestinsky for J'Anthony, Petrosky for Sheriden, Jones for Jacobson, Drake for King, Daley for Duquid, Buckley for Ring. Re- fierce, Carrington; umpire, Daley; head linesman, Cluney. Time of periods, two 12, two Is minute periods.
 In the preliminary game, tho Bearcat Aces carried out a 20 to o win over the Clairmont Aces. Whalen. Grimm. Marticello, Kelly, Napalitano, and Ercules were the hard workers for the Cats who could not be stopped effectively. The Bearcats challenge any junior team in Waterbury or vicinity. Call Pat Wiggins at 4-1930.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
WALLINCF'D DOWN
 OAKVILLE SAINTS
Special to The Democrat)


 Wallingford. Oct 12-Stacking up against a more powerful, heav- fer and experienced group of mole skin performers, the light St Mary eleven of Oakville was adminis- tered its initial setback of the sea- son at Wallace's field here yester- day afternoon before 2.000 grid enthusiasts who delighted in see- ing the undefeated Walcos roll up a 46-6 margin on the Brass City representatives.
 'Whiz" Volhardt scored four of the home club touchdowns. Gestey two more and Saunders the last. Pop" Mango scored the Saints only score in the second period, taking a well-directed aerial from Jelly Maxwell to scamper 30 yards unmolested for six pointer. Max wells bunting. Tiny" Dante's com edy, Billy Braun's tackling and Fat" Orsini's constant wrangling with the officials added color to the contest.
 The Walcos are anxious to in- clude the Waterbury South Ends on their 1881 schedule, but up to the current writing have been un- able to do so. Both teams are evenly matched and a capacity crowd would certainly turn out for this contest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
CLAIRMONTS BLANK
 SHAREHOLDERS

The Clairmonts football team copped the championship of Brooklyn yesterday afternoon kalsomining Eddie DiNapolis s Brooklyn Steamrollers. 14 to o, at Washington park. Heeney scored the first touchdown in the second quarter while Ohio registered on an off-tackle smash for the extra point.
 In the last period Ohio inter- cepted pass and scampered 70 yards for the last score of the game. He added the seventh point on an end run.
 The Clairmonts will practice to- morrow night in preparation for their next game scheduled with the Waterviile Maroons next Sun day afternoon in the vile.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
KID KAPLAN IN
 ACTION TONIGHT

Holyoke, Mass, Oct 12-Louis (Kid) Kaplan of Hartford. Conn, retired undefeated featherweight champion, will meet Pancho Villa, aspiring New Bedford lightweight in the 10 round main bout of the Valley Arena show here tonight. The bout will kelp clear up the muddled New England lightweight title situation. Kaplan is recog-. nized in Connecticut while Villa has defeated Sammy Fuller, recog- niZed champion in this state.
 Patsy Pasculli, hard hitting New York lightweight, will meet Irish Bob Neary of Lowell in the eight round semi-final. The other bouts follow: Mayer Cohen, Holyoke, vs Tony Costa, New Bedford, six rounds: Jackie Dupont, Holyoke, vs Sal Carter. of Middletown. Ct, six rounds; Billy O'Brien, Spring field, vs Charley Pope, Springfield. four rounds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
EAGLE SOCRATES BEAT CERMANIAS

The Eagles soccer team had an easy time defeating the Germania A. c. of Hartford at Brassco Park yesterday afternoon scoring a 10 2 Connecticut Northern Soccer league triumph. The opening per iod was slow, Schwartz and Munro scoring two goals apiece. Changes were made in the Eagles lineup m the second stanza, Munro going tot goal and Bowes taking his posi- tion at center. It looked like n shutout for the Capitol City boot CTS until 20 minutes from time when Teinert scored passed Munro. A few minutes later Bruggesett am nexed the final goal. Pearson of Hartford refereed the contest.
 The Eagle soccer team is spon- soring an entertainment and dance at Eagles hall Saturday evening, 2S.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-10-12
BOWLING
Results for the Week of the
 Grand Mercantile League.

Results for the Week of the
 Grand Mercantile League.
 Eight teams opened up the sea son in the Mercantile league at the New Grand Alleys. The teams ap- peared very evenly matched and a close race is looked forward to.
 Armour 2, Swift l.
 First Nat. 2, Mohican 1.
 N. V. Grocers l, Buy Rite Store 2
 Am. Ldy 8, Lombardo 0.
 Freddie Gemino hit high single of 136; not bad for the first game of the season, and Palmer Brick came along with 35S to cop the weekly prize for best scores. Kid Foul Line watched the boys and hero is what he saw.
 Smiling Jimmy Cooney telling Latimer that his hook ball will get more strikes than any other bowl CT in the league. Keep it up Lat.
 Delage telling Lefty Marticello that his ball is too anxious to get at the pins and that speed is not the main fact in bowling.
 Reggie Hurlburt and Rog La yigne, the Amos and Andy of the league telling the boys what the Ponies can do on the football field. Why not try it on bowling alleys.
 Charlie Breck rolling anchor for the Swift boys and with a little practice will be tough match for any of the boys. Nice start Charlie.
 Clifford and Anderson, the First National boys, roofing hard for their team and showing mice fight ing spirit.
 Frankie Gibbons and Tommy Keyes were more interested in their big sale than bowling but promised to get more practice so that the Mohican outfit will be right on top. Go to it boys, you have the makings of a good team.
 Mad-hat Hathaway telling Vic Borriello that his ball is too fast, The war is over Hat and cannon balls are not used in bowling.
 Harry Alderman and Benny shapiro with their slow balls make \ good pair of bowlers and above ali are in there fighting for every pin. Keep 1t up boys and you may be resting uD on top of the heap.
 Home and to bed So that ! can be on deck next Thursday evening to watch the race.