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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

tion and one requiring deliberate in- vestigation. The owen Carey firm for years has stood the test of competition and is among the foremost firms of the city.
 The roofing for Smiths Texaco Service station, which is the official name of the establishment, was the work of P. H. Grace of 153 Willow street, expert in this particular type of work.
 The painting throughout the sta tion was by k. V. Vanasse of AZ Spencer avenue. This feature of the general work will commend itself at once to visitors. The name of Vanasse is the symbol of service that always pleases.
 J. P. Cronan & Sons had the con- tract for the plumbing. This com pany's service established over a long period of years clearly demonstrates the ability of it's members to handle the largest and most complete tr- stallations which have been and are now being made in this city in plumbing and heating.
 Charles H. Kinney company of b3b watertown avenue, one of the oldest established firms in the city in mason work, also figured prominently in the erection of this ideal station, ideal in design and construction and ideal for service that is service.
 The general public is invited to visit the new station tomorrow and become acquainted with Jim" and "Joe" Smith, two young men with personality plus.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
NEW TEXACO GAS
 STATION TO OPEN
Smiths in Charge = Local Concerns Constructed
 E. Main St Building
LATEST IMPROVEMENT

A new Texaco gas station, one of the finest equipped in all New Eng land will open tomorrow at S32 East Main street. James and Joseph Smith, sons of Matthew J. Smith, superintndent of Brookside home, will be in charge. Both young men have had extensive experience with nationally known service companies and the announcement of their asso- citation with this particular station assures a policy of complete satis- faction.
 Several of Waterbury's leading concerns have played prominent parts in the establishment and erec- ton of this new station. considered by all, who have viewed it the final word in modern construction of sta- tions.
 The site for the station was ob- tained through the agency of Far rington & Sons of Al West Main street, incidentally making the tenth location this well known agency has secured for such purposes.
 Owen Carey was the contractor and builder. The selection of con- tractor for all undertakings is al- ways a matter of serious considera-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
Good Program At
 Mad River Grange

The following program was rem dered at Mad River Grange last night: Son, "Listen to the Water milr'; readings, Marie Corelli Dis cusses Husbands" and An Article on Women's Dress Fashions" Mau- rice Goodson; cake contest; reading, ''My Pa Says So." Asa Isbell: orig inai paper, "Oficer's Night" Mrs Walter Ashborn; reading, Railroads of 1S30," Earl R. Cooley; mono logue, lover the Telephone" Mrs. Harlow Hassett; reading, "A Flow CTS Message" Mrs. Robert Gardner; roll call, My Favorite Cerear"; a reading, "The Apple Tree" Mrs. Charles Penniman; reading, Apple Blossoms" Mrs. Charles Moshier; original poem, written by Mrs. John R. S. Todd, read by Mrs. Penniman; solo, "In the Shade of the Old Ap- ple Tree" Charles Penniman. ac- companied by Mises Cornelia Mosh- fer; a talk on "Bees," Frank Vel ton; solo, Here Comes the Groom" Charles Graham: reading. "Fowls." 1" Mrs. George Patchett; recitation, "The Doctor" George Patchett
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
BEAUTIFUL DIAMOND RING AMONG MANY GORGEOUS GIFTS TO BE GIVEN AWAY AT STRAND TONIGHT

A gorgeous diamond ring, such as will delight the heart of any maiden is featured among the large and lavish display of gifts that are to be given away at the Strand Gift Night Party this evening.
 The Strand stage is fairly loaded with gifts of every description and there is not a single item among the entire display that anybody, who professes to be a judge of value, would not only walk-but run down the aisle to receive and own.
 There will be a carload of fun tonight and 8 lot of happy Strand patrons leaving the theater when the last performance is over. Some of them wil lhave to hire a taxi to get their gifts home but wait :. we're almost giving away the details of what's on the list for to- night and that would never do.. because to-night's list is to be an- other surprise affair.
 Indications point to capacity at- tendance this evening.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
NEWS OF EUROPE MUST INTEREST
 UNITED STATES
World Economic Situation Fully Revealed By Af- fairs Going on Now in Germany and Austria
Rv IOUIs F. KEEMLE

United Press Stan Correspondent) New York, June 19-(UP)-The seriousness of the world economic situation was illustrated in the news
 from Europe this week.
 Attention centered on Germany and Austria, and the interest of other countries was clearly linked
 with their affairs.
 The German government, inclined to call a reparations moratorium,
 but marking time until the arrival of Secretary of State Henry l.. Stim-
 son from the United States. moved
 strategically to balk its opposition
 and prevent 8 special session of the Reichstag to- attempt to override von Hindenburg's economy decree. Chancellor Heinrich Bruening was vested with special powers to deal with the situation and the opposi- tion capitulated.
 Austria's troubles reached cli-
 max when the government resigned
 because of disagreement over it's financial problems. Chancellor Otto Ender vainly tried to form a new government. The trouble arose over the insolvency of the important Creditanstalt bank. The government guaranteed the banks obligations so that foreign credit could be main- tained in England, the United States and France. The interior minister, questioning the wisdom of the step,
 resigned and the cabinet losing Its
 majority in parliament-had to fol- low suit. Ender was unable to find
 sufficient political unity to form a | new government.
 Both Austria and Germany were troubled by the flow of gold from their reserves, and raised their bank
 discount rates in an effort to stop it. France continued to accumulate gold, to an almost embarrassing ex- 1 tent, and was in the market as a lender to other nations, provided the guarantees were favorable. The French gold reserve put Paris in a strategic political position and loan negotiations were proceeding | in Paris in behalf of various gov- ernments.
 England watched such proceed | ings with a concern and undoubted- | ly the Bank of England will be ready to join in leading operations againset a financial hegemony of France The chief news from Lon- l lon was domestic, however, and the precarious position of the labor gov- ernment was sharply illustrated in the House of Commons.
 Chancellor Philip Snowden's land tax bill was subjected to sharp shooting in commons and the gov- ernment was compelled to make
 life saving compromise with the lib-
 erals on an important liberal amend l ment. The compromise came only
 after the government had been
 given surprise defeat by conserva- tive strategy, which Premier J. Ramsay Macdonald refused to ac-- cept as serious enough to warrant his resignation. It became fncreas- ingly obvious that the government
 does not want to face the country now and will go to almost any ex-
 treme to avoid an election. It also
 appeared doubtful if any party
 wants an election at present, the
 Torres merely taking delight in ad-
 ministering embarrassing little de- feats to labor without risking an appeal to the country.
 Spain prepared for her first gen.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
MELLON HAD BEEN
 INVITED TO COME
 OVER TO ENGLAND
Visit of the U. s. Secretary of the Treasury Takes on Much More Signii- canoe, Because of Invi- tatiOn
By HENRY T. RUSSELL

Limited Press Sea1f CoFreSROnueMtI
 London, June 19. (UPl-Ihe presence of Andrew Mellon, United States Secretary of the treasury, Tn oLndon was seen to-day as having deeper official significance than Mel- Ion has admitted.
 The Daily Express said that the government privately had invited Mellon to London to discuss revi- sion of war debts.
 But denial was promptly issued in a statement from No. 10 Downing street, the official residence or the premier. The statement said that newspaper reports the government had invited Mellon to come to Eng land to discuss revision of war debts was fin every respect absolutely un- true."
 1t added that no communication was made to the government at Washington, inviting them to dis- cuss this or any other subject.
 The questions of debt revison and arms reduction have been close ly linked recently, with many states men seemingly convinced that only an agreement assuring success Of the forthcoming disarmament con. ference at Geneva next year would open the way for debt readjustment. The subject, it is recognized, Is delicate one in America at present, particularly in view of the 193z present. particularly in view of the 1882 presidential elections.
 1t was understood, however. that Melons conferences with govern ment officials, at least, were termi- mated for the time being. He mas conferred twice with Premier J. Ramsay Macdonald and also mas met with Norman of the Bank or yEngland twice, talking with the banker nearly two hours yesterday.
 Mellon may see Sir Josia stamp and other leading bankers on the question of gold distribution as well as war debts, it was indicated. con tin,,inr the conversations started by Owen D. Young on his last vlslt .o confer with financial leaders III Europe. ..,s.a with the announcement that Ere
 nier Macdonald and Arthur Hen derson. foreign secretary, plan 10 nroceed to Berlin where they Will return the recent visit Of German statesmen on July IF. to discuss pro nosals for revision of war depts, narticularly German reparatlons payments. British statesmen were invited to Berlin by ChanceAor Heinrich Bruening when he and pr Julius Curtius, foreign minis' were in London recently TOT a sih- liar barley.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

type of role-that of 8 dangerous crook i nthe harsh surroundings of New York's gangland of 1910, and delivers a performance equally as inspired.
 From the time Dix sticks his formidable chin under the murder ous Monk Mantilla's nose and says "Yeah!", until the exciting fade out in Big Brother" he is cy- clone of action, a creature of primi. tive human emotions, and an artist completely absorbed in his work.
 "I loved that part" Dix explained. "Ever since I read the novel years ago, it has been my ambition to bring 1t to the screen. What is a finer motif for any story that that of the regeneration of a sordid soul!"
 The great Koran. wonder mental ist, gives his final local performances this evening. The companion feature is "The Two Gun Man" peach of a western story with thrills and hard riding predominating.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
DOUBLE FEATURE PROGRAM
 NOW AT FOX.POLI PALACE

In common with so many others, this reviewer rated Charlie Chan Carries On' as the best mystery talkie of the year when it was shown here. Up until last night he had no occasion to change that opinion but the advent of "The Black Camep' at the Fox-Pon Palace the ater alters matters.
 Here is thriller with, the bland Warner Oland again investing the role of Charlie with a conviction, that unquestionably surpasses the previous offering in entertainment and suspense. Once more Charlie makes his calm, unhurried way thruogh a tangled mass of conflict ing evidence and false clues to a brilliant conclusion. but a greater degree of unity and speed Is main- tained in the new picture-due, probably, to the fact that all the action takes place within two or three days and in one locale, instead of being scattered halfway around the world, as in Charlie Chan Car riss On."
 Many genuine glimpses of Hawaii's romantic shores and breath taking beauty spots feature "The Black Camel" most of which was actually filmed in the islands, and these alone make the picture we'll worth seeing. Glands work is even finer than in the earlier film. fine as that was; Bella Lugosi is out standing as the sinister fortune-tell- CT; Sally Eilers and Robert Young make loyable pair in the juvenile leads, and Dorothy Revier. Victor varconi, William Post and many other screen notables round out an exceptional supporting cast. Hamil- ton MacFadden, who made the for mer film, has again given flaw less piece of direction on this latest Earl Derr Biggers' story to reach the talkies, as do Barry Connors and Philip Klein, who also dialoged Charlie Chahn Carires On.'
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
ENCOURAGING FACTORS IN STATE BUSINESS
HOOVER IS BACK SOME HAPPY AND
 ABIT UNHAPPY
Thinks Trip Was Success, But He Feels That He Was Misrepresented By Enemies
BY RAYMOND CHAPTER

(Unttod PreSS SCam COfrcSpOnUGmC)
 Washington, June 19 = (UP) - President Hover returned from his mid-western speaking trip enthusi- astic and encouraged, but feeling that he has been misrepresented by those who have regarded the jour- ney as having some political signifi- canoe.
 MT Hoover feels that political im- plications which he did not have in mind at all have been read into his remarks, particularly those at Indi- anapolis, Ind, where he spoke at a big republican chicken dinner. He would prefer to be regarded as Pres ident of the United States and not as president of the republican party.
 The president has been pictured generally as having in effect opened on this trip the campaign for his picture he would rather discour- age. He does not intend to make any more trips out of Washington for some time, feeling that to do so woul donly encourage further spec ulation of the kind which swirled around his trip this week. The pie ture he would give the country is that of its president scitting in the White House working, rather than of 8 politician transforming about the country contriving to get him. self reelected.
 MT Hoover was at his desk 15 minutes after his train arrived here yesterday, and in 15 minutes more Secretary of State Stimson had been called in to discuss the latest inter- national developments. To day the president called off his usual week. end trip to the Rapidan.
 It is felt among the presidents friends that too much significance was attached to numerous circum- stances of the western trip. As the presidents train passed through various states, MT Hoover took local dignitaries aboard to ride with him durinfg a portion of the trip. Prac- tically all of them were republicans.
 All of this is in accordance with the usual practice and MT Hoover was regarded as doing the natural and approved thing because it is generally recognized that 8 presi- dent has party responsibility to do what he properly can to en- courage his party's activities.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
WOMEN SACRIFICED TO GORIL- LAS IN AFRICA, ONE OF MANY THRILLS IN TNGAGI" COMING TO THE STRAND TO. MORROW

The widest imaginings of H. Rider Haggard or Jules Verne, have been outdone in actual fact as will be seen in the sensational wild game hunt picture, "Ingagi." which will be the attraction at the Warner Bros Strand theater starting to- morrow. "Ingagi," by the way is the African equivalent for Gorilla.
 Sir Hubert Winstead, F. A. s., eminent anthropologist. hunter and explorer, of London, England, and Capt Daniel Swayne, an American hunter and museum collector. to- gether with Ed Joyce, an intrepid cameraman, and big safari started from Nairobi, Africa, many many months ago and penetrated to the Gorilla country which lies in the Belgian Congo and is among the widest and least known spots in the Dark Continent.
 The record of their experiences is to be seen in this new film, pre- sented by Congo Pictures, Ltd. and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
WHAT THE PRESS AGENTS SAY

cludes Mitchell Harris, Nat Pendle- ton and George Brent.
 The companion feature is White Hell of Pitz Palu" and shows the terrifying sweep of the avalanches down the mountain side; the death defying stunts of an aviator, slip ping by in racing tempo close to the mountain walls
 The descent into a glacier three hundred feet deep. The fight on the ledge, below which is an abyss of unfathomable depth
 All these thrills and many more are part of a poignant drama of love and sacrifice, heightened by the marvellous vocal dramatization by McNamee.
 Don't fail to see this remarkable film, which will be shown two days only. Other pictures are Mickey Mcclure in Mickeys Mastermind and a new chapter of The King of the Wild.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
Bridgeport And
 Norwalk Payrolls
 Register Increase
Willimantic Also Reports Gain All Along the Line-Bank Deposits in Most Cities and Towns of State Show Upward Trend d-Car LOadings Slump

average statewide increase of Is per cent in the amount of gas consmed in May of this year over the corres- bonding month of 1880, while the amount of electricity generated showed the slight average decrease of g per cent.
 Car loadings as reported by IA Connecticut cities for the month of May 1891, totaIed 12,924. decrease of II per cent from the May 1880 total of 14,552. The consumption of cotton in this state for the month of May, 1881 amounted to 7.33S bales.
 A number of communities reported increased activity in building due to the starting of some public and insti- tutional buildings. Of the communi- ties reporting, Willimantic showed the greatest improvement, there having been an increase in volume in practically all of the basic factors, the largest of which was the con- sumption of electricity which showed a gain of 20.S per cent over May of last year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

eral election under the republic late this month, and the religious issue arose as disturbing factor. Car dif1al Segura Saenz, the Catholic primate whose pastoral letter on politics caused such a stir and im- mediately preceded the recent church burnings, re-entered the country after visiting the Pope and was deported. Anti-Catholic out bursts occurred simultaneously.
 The Vatican protested his expul. sion, but was more immediately con- cerned with its dispute with the Italian government, which appeared in a fair way to being solved by a compromise settling nothing. Both sides were adamant and the conces- sions made were obtained slowly and grudgingly as the tedious nego. tiations proceeded. The general trend indicated that the Catholic clubs closed by the government would be allowed to reopen as pure ly religious in purpose. while the Catholic lay body, Azione Cattolica, if not disbanded, would be under strict guarantees against political activity
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

Hartford, June 1s-While business in general in Connecticut for the month of May was below the aver age for May. 1890. some encourag- ing factors were noted in the survey conducted by the Connecticut cham Der of commerce in conjunction with the leading local chambers through out the state. Total payrolls in Nor walk increased pc rcent over April of this year and in Bridgeport an increase of Is per cent in payrolls is reported, the total for May in Bridgeport being the highest of any
 month 50 far this year. In Stamford the man-hours for May were about the same as for April.
 Savings bank deposits showed an increase over May 1880 in most of the reporting communities, these in- creases ranging from 1.9 in Norwich to TIT per cent in Willimantic, while Naugatuck showed a decrease of 23 per cent. The average for the state showed a per cent decrease com- pared with May 1880. There was an
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
MARY ASTOR, JJACK HOLT. RICARDO CORTEZ STAR IN
 "WHITE SHOULDERS" AT STATE

More and more it is being shown us that Mary Astor Is one of the screens prized possessions, an ac- ress whose intelligence lifts her roles to the level of artistry. She capably displays this in White Shoulders" with Jack Holt and Ricardo Cortez which closes its local run at Warmers State tonight.
 "White Shoulders" is a modern story of modern people, and while 1t happens to be about marriage 1t avoids all the shabby devices of ma chine made plot by stepping out with la refreshing novelty that surprises. When a chorus girl, no matter how honest, decides that love is more important than lavallieres, that's your first jolt. When she leaves mill |lionaire Holt for Cortez. who seems to have a knack of disrupting do- nestle bliss, the story first begins
 An excellent surrounding program the feature picture.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
GEORGE O'BRIEN IN FAIR
 WARNING AND WHITE HE'LL
 OF PITZ PAUL AT GARDEN

Outlaws, cattlemen and a woman combine efforts to tame one man in "Fair Warning" Fox movietone outdoor romance adapted from Max Brands thrilling story, The Untamed' showing at the New Gar den to-day and tomorrow.
 George O'Brien portrays the lead ing roiA of "Whistlin' Dan Barry" remarkable for his uncanny influ- ence over wild things and his abil- ity to shoot straight.
 Louise Huntington enacts the leading feminine role and. with O'Brien, furnishes the love inter- est. The supporting casts in-
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
'TEN GENTS A DANCE"
 AT TTJE T.YRIC

'"Ten Gents a Dance" is the kind of picture that makes an audience glad the movies were. invented. This entertainment is easy to take. One of the chief reasons is Barbara Stanwyck, the young actress who flashed to Broadway fame in Bur lesque" and who attained stardom in Ladies of Leisure" her first picture Because her personality and charm rodiated from the screen like the sun warming the earth, her acting was most favorably received by all those present last night at the Lyric theater, where the film started a two day run.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19
RICHARD DIX IN YOUNG DONOvAN's KID" CLOSING
 AT STRAND TONIGHT
"Two Gun Man" Also on Biii

"gs there no limit to the mans lversatilityf"
 That 10 the question on every film Ipatron's lips after seeing Richard DIx as Jim Donovan, sguars.jawsd' vlrlIe gang. g.isader, in "Young Donos vans Kid" from Rev Beaeh's. famous novel "Blg Brother" now headlin- Ing a double feature program st the
 Warner Iifoa' strand theater. Evan while ths pFeha and theatefs |Of the world are htlli snoutlhf paeana Of praise oyer hls sensstlonni rhaFa teTlsafl0n of Yaneey Cravat, |thA nanlboyant, romantic, wtsgun sdliey and dreanser in "Cimafron," |plE steps into . radically different
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

Pittsburg. = Special memorial services were held here May 30 at the grave of Rev Elisha F. SwiIt, one of the founders of the Foreign Missionary society of the Presbyte. rian church, in connection with ats tooth anniversary.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-06-19

said to surpass in interest, educa- tional features and genuine thrill, anything ever before witnessed upon the screen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-03-22
Twentieth Century Club
Planning Bridge Benefit

The Twentieth Century Club. Of
which Mrs. William Walter Husband
is president, IS planning bridge bene-
At for the Americanization School AS
ISOLATION. Justice Mccoy is president
of this association and Miss Maud
Alton, administrative principal Of the
Americanization School, Is its treasurer.
The benefit will take place Friday,
April 10, at O'Clock, at the ShorehAIn.
Mrs. George F. Bowerman is general
chairman and heading the committees
are: Mrs Sidney H. Thompson and
Mrs. Francis M. Goodwin, tickets; Mrs.
Arthur j. Seaton, candy and cakes;
Mrs. Geoffrey Creyke, tables and scores;
Mrs. Charles Thomas Watson, special
entertainment; Miss Joy L. Webster
prizes; Mrs. Ernest r. McComaS, pub
licity; Miss Margaret Yard, posters;
Mrs. Frank RI Rutter, auditing. The
general committee has secured the
services of an experienced fortune
teller, Nine. zeroba, who will tell for
tunes during the afternoon.