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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-07-24
Claims Shortest Name.

ASHEVILLE, N. c., July "a R.-An
Asheville insurance man stepped for
ward today to claim the honor Of hav.
ing the shortest name in the United
States. He is A. w. Elk, and he wants
the title which. dispatches said, wa
held by II. P. Re, who died Monday al
ColdWater Mich.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-07-24
PLAN CALLED sTOP-GAP.
German Press Disappointed - Luther
Criticized-Credit Crisis Acute.

BERLIN, July "a P.-Germany
reaction to the results OF the seven
mower conference in London, judged by
the ward stick of press comment, is dis
appointment without violence.
The moderate newspapers agree the
help accorded the nations finances by
the powers is only stop-gap. The Off
cial Hohenzollern organ, Der Aufrechte,
declares. only the monarchy can save
us" and reports the former Kaiser is
following developments with passionate
anxiety"
There is criticism of the Reichsbank
and a call for the ousting Of its presi-
dent Dr. Hans Luther.
But even the opposition newspapers
refrain from violent attacks on Chan
cellor Bruening for failing to leave Lon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-07-24
Bow Scout Chiefs Convene.

VIENNA, July "a (R.-The sixth
international conference OF Boy Scout
chiefs opened at Baden. near vienna.
Countries participating. Lord Baden
Powell chief scout, Is expected to-
morrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-07-24
Family Euphonious.

FAIRMONT, w. Va, July "a OP).-
The Ben Ke-ns family Is one of
euphony. A seventh son, born the other
day, has been named Foster The other
boys are Chester, Lester, Vester, Wes-
ter, hester and KesteH.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1931-07-24
MISSIONARY IN CHINA
TO GET AMERICAN TRIAL
DIR. Tuck er Is Turned Over to q. 3
Consulate on Markings In
structions.
special Dispatch to The star.

Special Dispatch to the star.
PEIPING, July 24.-The United
States legation has been informed that
Tsinanfu authorities yesterday released
DR.. Francis I. Tucker, an American
missionary, upon the Marking govern
ments instructions. DR.. Tucker was
turned over to the American consulate
DR.. Tucker was arrested upon the
insistence of Chinese after he had shot
and fatally wounded ianitor who
the missionary believed was trying to
rob his hospital at Tehchow. The Kuo-
mingtang party demanded that the
death penalty be given to DR.. Tucker
by Chinese courts regardless Of the ex.
Intentionally treaty with the Omitted
States.
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'FrOnt Press TO Home
Within the Hour"

The Stars carrier system covers
every city block and the regular edi-
tion is delivered to Washington homes
as fast as the papers are printed.
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10. 8. Weather Bureau ForecasD.
Generally fair tonight end tomorrow
except thunderShowers tomorrow after
noon: not much change in temperature
observation-disclosures, SO, at pm.
Yesterday: lowest, &C. at 6 am. today.
Full report on page 7.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
MEMBER OF VERY
 | DISTINGUISHED
 | FAMILY KILLED
Minnie E. DilIey of Wilkes barre, 76, Was Found Brutally Murdered in Her Home

Wilkesbarre, Pa. April 6.-(UP)-
 Unable to. discover any motive for
 the mysterious staying of Miss Min nie E. Dilley, 76. supposedly wealthy and a member of an old and distin- guished family, police continued
 their search here to-day for the as- |sailant who fatally beat and stabbed her in her home near here late Sat- urday night.
 Her skull had been battered al-
 most beyond recognition with a bot tie and her throat slashed with a Itoothed instrument, believed by police to have been a hacksaw. Two stab wounds also showed on her head.
 Aiming Dilley, the dead woman's nephew, 8 civil engineer, discovered the crime when he went to visit his aunt last. night. He called neighbors
 when he was unable to get an answer to his knock at the door. They found the woman's body on the floor of the living room, the bloodstained bot tie lay nearby.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

srd of splendid achievement. has nothing to fear. It has dennonstrat- Id that i'm recent elections It will 10 so again now"
 Some thought it strange that the ymall group at the station to well come Walker back home Included none of the prominent Tammany leaders who will be associated with him in the coming battle against their common accusers. It was un- derstood, however, that as soon as the mayor reached his hotel he had several lengthy telephone confer ences with them.
 Throughout yesterday afternoon Walker worked on his reply to Gov ernor Franklin D. Roosevelt con- corning the charges brought against him by the city affairs committee. a Holmes and Rabbi Stephen S. Wise. Finally, exhausted, he went to bed around o'clock without dinner.
 It was announced that he would appear at his office at 10 a. m. to- day.
 The governor has declined to order an investigation of the charges against Walker on several grounds. but feels the mayor should have the opportunity of defending himself against the city affairs committees accusations. It was reported to-day that Walker may demand such an investigation, feeling he would come through with ''colors flying" and in a stronger position than ever.
 Tammany faces it's greatest fight in the legislative inquiry about to start under the direction of Samuel
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Fighting Togs Take
 Place Of Pleasantries
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seabury, inc auisitor of the city's mag istrates and police vice squad mem- bers.t The democratic machine has already removed several policemen and called several department efficidls to account in an effort to Fciean house before the investigation gets under way.
 Mayor Interviewed New York, April (UP) - Mayor James J. Walker, back from his vacation in California, went tc work in an office banked with flowers today and, in the first in- terview he has given since his re- turn. said that he will start imme- diately to prepare a systematic He will not, he said, enlist the services of Max D. Steur, Samuel Unternyer or Daniel F. Cohalan, in the preparation of his answer. T am going to do the work my. self, he said. T and my office staff and heads of various city depart ments.. It's my answer and no one else's."
 The mayor, his face glowing under the rim of a black derby, arrived at City Hall at mid-forenoon, and entered by the back door, where a score or more cameramen and re- porters waited for him.
 In City Hall Plaza. in front of the building, crowd of nearly l. 900 gathered in semi-circle as early as an hour before the mayors arrival.
 He went immediately to his pri- vate office and City Hall reporters were called fin. He was asked as to his immediate plans.
 T have no immediate plans" he said soberly, except to pick up where left off and go on with the work of this city. am better able to do it now than when left be- cause of impaired health"
 He said he would start the task of preparing his answer to the charges today and would confer with several department heads in that connection.
 Among those with whom he in- tends to confer is Charles F. Kerri- gan. assist to the mayor. he said.
 He was asked when he will have his answer ready and he answered that he doesn't know. "It all de- ness of preparations that have been made by my office staff"
 The mayor said he is going to cut down the range of his social life. T propose to follow my doctors or-- ders," he said. "and do not intend to accept so many invitations for social engagements.
 During the half-hour interview. the mayor. did not utter a single Wise-crack, and answered the ques- tions in great seriousness.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

accused Cermak not only of "wapt- ing to be dfctntor," but of being the tool of wealth" and of using his power in the county and in the min crity representation in the state leg islature to raise taxes so wealthy in- terests could take over millions of dollars worth of small bank assets ard holdings of small property own CTS.
 Tony didn't get his ss.ooo, 900 be- ins chairman Of the county board" he said.
 T wish to warn the people of Chicago against the greatest menace that ever has threatened them and our city in anayoralty campaign" Thompson stated. .
 "The election of Cermak. "self- styled master, would impose upon Chicago and Illinois a dictatorship more autocratic and dangerous than anything ever attempted in the his- tory of American politics" f In each of his five addresses Sum- day, Cermak said he had wanted to answer in detail all personal charges made by Thompson during the cam raign, but that he believed Chicago did not want any more of that kind vf politics." His answer, he said, was merely: They arc all untrue"
 In these addresses, Cermak de- clared repeatedly that he considered It of utmost importance. that Chi cago prove to the world by it's vote Tuesday that it was through with all the things which have given the city worldwide unsavory reputa- tion." eyS #. Each candidate praised his own Eublic record. Thompson boasted that his three administrations would go down ill history as "Chicago's building period" Cermak discred- tied this and boasted of his own rec Crd as builder.
 Thompson stressed the Takes to gulf waterway" as principal issue.
 The future of Chicago is inter- woven in the destiny of the Missis- sippi valley" he said.
 Ccrmak Fights Too.
 Chicago. April 6-UP)-The states attorneys office to-day sum- moned acting police commissioner, John Alcock to appear before a special grand jury to explain the surprise transfer on election eve of six police captains.
 Anton J. Cermak, democratic can didate for mayor in to-morrow's election, declared publicly the trans fers were for political purposes and promised he would send the men back to their posts if elected.
 The usual predictions of election day violence have been made fre- quently the last week. One disor- der which police connected with the election already has been reported. It was the bombing last night of a flat in which John P. Wilson, candi- date for alderman lives. The dam age was about $400. No one was in- jured.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Sunderland May
 Never Take Job
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board of directors which would ap- point the commissioner. The meas ure, which will be reported soon in the house, according to present plans, is a substitute for the bill in- troduced by Rep John H. Thornhill, republican, of Brookfield, near Dan- bury.
 Political observers believe it. cer- tain that if such a board is created by the republican assembly, it will be certain to contain majority of republicans. disappointment of Commissioner Robert T. Hurley is a possibility. in such event.
 Rep. Thornhilrs bill would have set up a broad of directors consist ing of the attorney-general, state treasurer and one director to be ap- pointed by the governor. The substi- tute bill. 1t was said, provides for 2 different makeup.
 Although Sunderland's appoint ment, effective July l, has already been made officially by the governor, Capitol officials are of the opinion the projected measure would super cere that appointment.
 The appointment of state police commissioner is the only one made by the governor which does not re- quire confirmation by the senate or both houses of the assembly.
 The original Thornhill bill has been given committee hearing. No one appeared to argue in its favor and several democrats spoke against it.
 It would be a strange prank of fate if Sunderland were deprived of the office. He was reluctant to ac- cept the nomination, having pledged himself to be the party standard bearer in the Danbury mayorality race. It was foregone conclusion that he would reelected for an- other term. But Governor Cross was persistent. even going so far as to make trip to Danbury to ex- plain to democrats there why he needed Sunderland's services more than the city did.
 G. Walter Morgan was chosen by the democrats to succeed Sunder- land, and was elected. He took office today.
 Favorable report on the state po- lice bill was not expected earlier in the legislative session, when 1t ap- peared the democratic governor and his assembly might work together with fair degree of harmony. Pas sage last week of the bill to deprive the governor of power held by his predecessors for IS years, the power of nominating the New Haven city court judges, apparently has shatter- ed the last hope of harmony, how ever.
 Governor Cross will return that measure to the assembly with a sharp veto message, the United Press learned today. He has not yet received the bill from the expressing clerk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Blackmer and { Fall Have Lost
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NOOHLinuC0 AAOh aSS A( t259 executed unless, by appeal to the U. s. supreme court, they obtain a more favorable ruling.
 Fall was accused of having con- veyed to Doheny in return for a $1O0,O00 bribe the valuable Elk Hills oil rights in California. At that time he was secretary of the interior in the Harding cabinet and high in the councils of his party.
 Blackmer, now an exile in France, was fined $6O,OOO for contempt of court, for refusing to obey a sum- hearings of the so-called Elk Hills mons to appear as witness in the and Teapot Dome oil cases. Black mer was a wealthy oil man of Dem yer, Colo. 's's
 To-days decision leaves but one possible legal barrier between the two men and their sentences. That is an appeal to the United States su- preme court which they have the right to invoke if they so choose. No one here connected with the case could say definitely immediately af- ter the decision whether an appeal would be taken but there was a general belief that 1t would.
 Two lengthy opinions were hand ed down, one in the Fall case, the other in the case of Biackmer.
 The Blackmer opinion was writ ten by Associate Justice Charles Ham Robb. The history of the legal proceedings states Blackmer was wanted to testify regarding the Con- tinental Trading Co. Ltd. and it's dis tribution in 1921 and 1922 of Lib- erty bonds. some of which are be- lieved to have been delivered to Fall by Harry M. Sinclair.
 Robb held q citizen ''cwes an ab- solute and permanent allegiance to his government.
 Ut ifs inconceIvable,v Robb con- tinued, referring to Blackmer's
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
King Carol Had tORecaH London
 Ambassador

Bucharest, Roumania, April G. (UP) .--The future of a government which has been handicapped by dis sension and uncertainty was expected to-day to be placed in the hands of Nicholas Titulescu, as result of the resignation Saturday of the cabinet of Premier G. c. Mironescu.
 Titulescu, who has been ambas- sador to London, was recalled to Eucharist by King Carol II, after the Mironescue cabinet resigned due to differences between the premier and the king.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Big Bill Thompson
 Faces Big Fight
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 In his fina. summing up of the campaign, Cermak outlined the rrincipaf issues as: Crime; taxation; the restoring of Chicago's lost S,- putation. and relief Of Increasing unemployment.
 Thompson also stressed taxation as an issue. He charged that if "Cermak rhd his gang were given control of the city they would in- crease the tax burden, which he said they already had brought about while in control of the county.
 Cermak's issue "crime," was dis missed by the mayor with a sem tence:
 .Only 13 cities in the United States of ever 100000 population have less crime per capita than Chi ciLgo--g7 ..have more" he said.
 Tn his final statements, Thompson
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

DISTRICT OF wATERTowN. ss.
 Probate Court, April 4, 1881.
 ESTATE OF Charles Kazakauskas late of Watertown in said District, deceased.
 Upon the application of Stew Bar- tasius. stating that Veronika Kaza- kauskas was appointed executrix of Estate of Charles Kazakauskas March IA. 1891, that said Veronika Kaza- kauskas has died without having completed settlement of said estate, and praying that letters testamentary eta. d.b.n. may be granted A.. Rob- Eert Sanditz, as per application. on file more fully appears, 1t is
 ORDERED, That said application be heard and determined at the Pro- bate Office, in Watertown, in said District, on the 11th day of April A. D. 1881, at II o'clock in the .fore- noon, and that public notice be given of the pendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon. by publishing copy of this order once in some newspaper having a circulation in said District, and by posting a copy thereof on the public slgn-post in the Town of Watertown, in said District at least 4 days be- fore said day of hearing.
 FRANK B. HICKCOx, 4-6-1t Judge,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
WILEY GIRLS STRONG
 IN RIFLE MATCHES

Competing as the only feminine rife team in their division. the Will by High school girl sharpshooters finished third in "C1 division which included twelve boys teams, accord Ag tc scores released by che Nation ssSose of 4Es. The boys team from the commercial high school hit a 465 score in ''B" division, which was won by a count of 4S0.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

STATE OF CONNECTICUT, District
 of Watertown, ss. Probate Court, March 18th, 1881. ESTATE OF Charles Kazakausixas late of Watertown, in said district. deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the dis trict of Watertown. hath limited and allowed six months from date hereof, hibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts properly atteesed, within said time. will he debarred . recov- cry. All persons indebted to said diate payment to
 VERONIKA KAZAKAUsKAs. I-e-et Executrix.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

A CHOICE SELECTION OF
 GOOD "TRADE-INS
 AT
 LOW PRICES Used Cars With Reliable Transpor-
 tation. De Soto Coach ..................$ .$475 Plymouth Sedan ................$4 .$450 Essex Coupe $500 Dodge Sedan $500 Chrysler Sedan .................$2 .$200 Willys- Knight Sedan ...........$ 50 Easy Terms Arranged
 THE ERWIN Nj. JENNINGS co, INC. Hudson & Essex Dist. 4SS Watertown Ave. Phone 25O9
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Aufc.,obiles
Autos and Trucks For Sale


 ATWoOD's USED CAR SALE 1880 Ford Coach, like new 1880 Marquette Roadster, De Luxe
 Model. 1929 Ford Spt Coupe 1928 Buick Master Sedan 1880 Peerless Sedan 1880 Essex Coupe 1880 Essex Coach 1928 Whippet 4-Cyl Roadster. Special
 at 5000.
 condition 1880 Ford Roadster. very classy 1928 Studebaker Commander Sedan 1927 Packard 7-Pass Sedan 1926 Hudson Coach, runs good $75.O0 1924 Dodge Touring. Bargain, $45.OO 1929 Buick Spt Touring 1929 Hudson Spt Coupe, like new 100 Others. Largest Selection in the
 City.
 ATWOOD BROS. 249 No Main St. 452 Meadow St.
 Tel AHA Tel 1264
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

l930-LaSalle Sedan. Very low mile- age. Like new in every respect. This car can be bought at an ex- ceptionally low price. See it if you contemplate buying a new one or a better-class used car.
 THE WATERBURY CADILLAC co 4SO Watertown Ave. Tel 6SS
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Insurance

PAINTING and paperhanging. Ouai-
 ity workmanship at low prices. Jo. seph Critelli. 13l Orange St. Tel 290b.W. --
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

DISTRICT OF wATERTOWN, ss. Probate Court, April 4. A. D. 1881. ESTATE OF fyeronika Kazakauskas late of Watertown, in said District, deceased.
 Upon the application of Stew Bar tasius, praying that letters of admin
 istration may be granted on said estate represented intestate as per ap- plication on file more fully appears, | 1t is
 ORDERED, That said application
 be heard and determined at the Pro-
 bate Office in Watertown, in said
 District, on the 11th day of April
 A. D. 1881, at II o'clock in the fore noon: and that public notice be given of the pendency of said appli-
 cation and time and place of hearing thereon, by publishing copy of this
 order once in a newspaper having
 circulation in said District. and by
 posting a copy thereof on the public
 signpost in the town of Watertown,
 in said District, at least days be-
 fore said day of hearing.
 FRANK B. HICKCOX,
 4-6-1t Judge.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
1928 HUPMoBILE SEDAN

A whale of bargain in a strong, de- pendable family car. Nearly new in appearance; O. K. mechanically; has thousands of miles of sure transpor- taticn ahead Of it. See this sturdy 6
 gd fts esasi for ssoo more m u5y tbsn are asking for 1t. It's yours for s130 down; balance on easy terms. Grab 1t quick THE FORD DEALER, 4S1
 Meadow Street. Phone 3170.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
AnnOunc en1enfS
Lost and Found

of silver rosary beads
 Kindly return to Democrat office.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
'Scrvttv. Satistactinn. Results"

DISTRICT OF WATERBURY, ss. Probate Court, April 4th, A. D. 1881. ESTATE OF Frank Di Donate, late of Waterbury. in said District, de- ceased
 Upon the application of Arthur Yadarolo, Administrator, praying that he may be authorized to sell certain real estate belonging to said Estate as per application on, file more fully appears, 1t is
 ORDERED, That said application be heard and determined at the Pro- bate Office in Waterbury. in said District, on the 11th day of April A. D. 1931 at 10:30 o'clock in the fore noon Standard Time), and that mo- tice be given of the pendency of said application, and the time and place of hearing thereon. by publishing this order one time in some newspaper having circulation in said District, on or before the 9th day of April, 1881.
 Attest:
 MARGUERITE NJ. FAHY, 4-6-1t Asst Clerk.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Automobiles
Autos and Trucks For Sale.

STD SAYS: Our anual Used Car Sale Is continuing for another week.
 s29.59 BUYS: Stude It 6 Touring Jewett Sport Touring Cadillac 8 Touring Overland Coach Essex Coach
 Chevrolet Touring Chevrolet Roadster
 And Other Late Model
 Cars in All Makes GEGHAN-ALLERTO INC. Studebaker & Pierce Arrow 379 West Main 497 Meadow St Phones 6S50 = 6851
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

AIS TEN DAY SALE 1881 Ford h Ton Panel Truck 1880 De Soto Sport Coupe 193O Hupmobile De Luxe Roadster 1929 Pontiac Sedan 1928 Buick Sport Touring 1928 Oakland Sport Coupe 1928 Chevrolet Sedan 1880 Marquette Roadster 1880 Pontiac Roadster 1880 Oldsmobile Sedan 1928 Buick Touring 1928 Oakland Coupe
 50 Repossessed Fords 2S's, 29's, 30's 31's-Coupes, Coaches
 Sedans and Roadsters M One to two years to pay. We do our own financing. Open till 9 o'clock every evening. All day Sunday.
 329 NORTH MAIN STREET
 Phone 4532
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

LATE MODEL PACKARDS 1880 De Luxe Roadster. Every bit like
 new. Many accessories, low mile-
 age 1880 7-Pass Sedan-Driven only II 1000
 miles. Cannot be told from a new
 car. 1929 De Luxe Custom IS" Club Sedan. Luxurious transportation at low
 cost.
 Let Us Show You These Cars Liberal Trades and Terms KARD-BRIDGEPORT MOTORS, 37 Cottage Place INC. Phone 1852
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Employment

SALESLADY-Must be thoroughly
 experienced in ladies apparel and
 feel able to handle a high grade clientele. Write stating age, exper- fence and where formerly employed. Good salary and bonus to right girl. Address Box B-5, Democrat Office.
 lMIDDLE-AGED woman for house. keeping and care of, 5 VT old child Ina 76 Bishop St. 3rd fl, 4:30 to 2 pm.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Automobiles
IA Service s,atiops-Repairing

BATTERIES Exchanged, soc; at Somma's Battery Service. Auto &C., cessories and tires, lowest prices. 234 East Main. Phone 7777
 tion spscia lists. Battery and brake
 service. has c. Penniman. l6 Brown
 St. Phone 5584.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

FAIRvIEW ST-Near Hillside Ave. 5 rooms, all improvements. Rent $30 per month. Inquire J. c. Herbst, 63 Bank St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06
Keal Estate For Sole
Houses For Sale

9 FAMILY HoUsE-Easily made into
 Pays t0%. $i,000 under sound value Easy terms. Walter H. Hart. Brown
 Bldg. 20 E. Main St.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-04-06

CHESTNUT AVE, 7S-Nine rooms. Hot water heat. All modern improve ments. Phone S3-J.