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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
TO MAKE SURVEY
 OF POTATO CROP
People Who Use Them Hope the Stock Will
 Be Improved
TUBERS POPULAR DIET

A number of citizens who know something about potatoes, and who does not, will make d tour of sev- eral places in the state Saturday for the purpose of making q sur vey of the potato crop, which is said to be in the neighborhood of about 400, 0,000,000 bushels this year, and yet. it is believed this will not be sufficient to meet the demand.
 While they are together, some consideration should be devoted to the cause of so many poor pota- toes. It costs as much to plant and care for poor ones as it does to handle the better kind. and this being so the question is often asked whether the trouble is due to the seed or the character of the soil. Whatever the cause, it is no mistake to say that a large share of potatoes in the market are not fit to put on the table, and as d result people who pay for them wonder if there is no remedy.
 Everybody wants potatoes. They are among the popular things families use, but if they are not good it is waste of money to cook them. Connecticut is not alone In raising poor potatoes. but it certainly has q prominent place among the offenders.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
OAKVILLE
Jolly Eight

JOiIy EiSnt
 The members of the "Jolly Eight" met at the home of Mrs Edward Fisher, of Woodbine street and the game of pinochle was en- joyed. First prize was awarded to Mrs Robert Kiersted, second, Mrs Alton Erwin, third, Mrs AL bert Lockhart; fourth, Mrs Smith, and consolation, Mrs Harold Bell. Other members attending were Mrs Max Kraft, Mrs Edward Fisher, Mrs Clifton Bissell.
 Children to Meet at COngrega-
 tiOnaI Church Tonight
 The children of the vacation school who are to attend the ex- ercises at the First Methodist church this evening are asked to meet at the Congregational church at 6:45 o'clock.
 Motor transportation will be fur nished for the kindergarten group. who are to take part in the pa geant. Cars will be appreciated for the transportation.
 Briefs
 Dorothy Taylor, who has been amending a week with her aunt. Mrs Clarence Yale. of Oakwood avenue. returned to her home in Plantsvilie last night. Mrs Yale and son, Roy. Marion Gunsalas and Dorothy Engvall accompanied Miss Taylor on the trip.
 MT and Mrs Alfred Traver and son. Alfred. Jr. of Shelter Hill. are
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
PUBLIC SALE OF
 COMPANY ASSETS
Notice Ordered Sent to All Creditors By Order
 of Judge Els
IN RULING TO-DAY

Notice of the public sale of as- sets in the wholesale Grocery Com pany of Hoffman & Chadys on Commercial street was ordered sent to all creditors by Judge Arthur r. Els following a hear ing in superior court today. The notice Is to be sent out before Friday. The notice also states that hearing for the setting of the date for the public sale is to be held Monday before Judge John Richards Booth at Bridge port.
 This action followed an applica- tion made by attorneys for the creditors of the concern that the receiver, Harry Hornstein, be in- structed to wind up the affairs. Attorneys for the local firm asked the court to continue the business for month at least to permit tho company to realize a better return on the assets.
 Attorney Harry Evans of New Haven, representing one of the creditors with a bill of $4,000 against the local firm, objected and secured permission to question the receiver.
 The receiver admitted the firms assets were about $14,000 as a. gainst liabilities of approximately $35, ,0O0. The receiver also admit ted that he was paying members of the Chadys family $fOO per week for salaries. Attorney Evans suggested that the case should not be in the superior court but should be in the bankruptcy court. to which Judge Els said he thoroughly agreed,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
China Strikes Blow At Japan And Asks
 For Many Changes

Japanese goods coming into China; Manchuria.'
 The second found target In by government order, they were refused landing, according to the kua Min semi-Official agency. IL was said all orders for Japanese goods had been cancelled.
 Immediate evacuation of Japa- nese police and Koreans from Wanpaoshan, scene of riots and subsequent Japanese intervention following rice land disputes, was demanded in the note dispatched from the Waichiaopu, or Chinese foreign office. to Mamoru Shigem- itsu, Japanese charge de'affairs in Shanghai.
 The note likewise demanded compensation for damages to Chi nese farmers, and declared con- tracts of leases of farm land to Koreans who are technically Japanese subjects - to be illegal, and hence invalid.
 Wang Yung- Chinese minis ter to Japan, who is now in Korea, has sent an official report on re- cent riOting to the foreign office, saying investigation revealed that 95 Chinese were dead and large number missing, Many believed drowned, with property damage of around $500,000 and all Chinese shops sacked and demolished at Ping Yang alone. The report em- phasiZed belief that the Japanese authorities were guilty of negli- gence in failing to prevent riOting.
 Indignation meeting continued today throughout China. A huge memorial service for Chinese dead in the korean-Japanese difficult ties will take place in Shanghai tomorrow
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
GIRLS HORSESHOE
 PITCHING CONTEST
Close Game To-day at Hamilton Park in Elinli.
 nation Tournament
MORE ATHLETIC SPORTS

The girls horseshoe pitching elimination tournament got under- way at the Hamilton Park play ground this morning with some very close games being played. Rita LaPointe defeated Marjorie Biggins in the contest in two straight games by scores of 21-9 and 21-16. Margaret Borg lost to Alice Mercier, 21-13 and 21-4 while Betty Mclaughlin proved. too strong for Marjorie Emerson, win ming 21-16 anr 21-11. Pauline Byron was superior to Rose Bly, rnes, 21-13 and 21-16 while An geiine Farina defeated Alice Pe- troccia, 21-13 and 21-2.
 The boys horseshoe pitching tournament got underway yester- day and the winners including those of this morning included, Jack Leary, William Miller, Frank Donnelly, Peter Santucci, Tony Marinelli, Robert Brennan and John Stevens.
 Miss Ann Ryan will instruct a group of girls this afternoon in dancing. All girls who are inter- ested in organizing a dancing club should communicate with Miss Ryan at their earliest convenience.
 Thomas Carney announced this morning that the second series of boxing for boys would be held Saturday morning. Last weeks bouts proved so popular with the boys that Carney was beseiged with request for another series.
 Preparations are now underway for a costure party to be held Fri day afternoon. Valuable prizes will be awarded the winners.
 In the junior baseball league this morning the Walnut Hills defeated the Sacred Heart Alumni to ,. Mulcahy's pitching and hitting proved the undoing of the Alumni nine. Score by innings: R. H. E. Walnut Hill .400021 O-7 s. Hearts ...O2O1 0-3 '
 Batteries-Mulcahy and Rosen; Graham and Johnson. Umpire Tom Carney e. A. co
 The East Ends lost bitterly fought game to Robins, 2-1. Koosa g home run with mate on base which drove in the winners two runs in the sixth inning proved to be the deciding factor In the out . come. Score by innings: R. H. E. Robins ..... O o 900 O-2 East Ends 1000 % 0-1 6
 Batteries: Danavitch and koosa Marinella and Redicco. Umpire Tom Carney (Leavenworth).
 Hamilton and Division baseball teams clash tomorrow afternoon in an interplayground league game at Hamilton Park. Coaches Dunn and Carney of the Hamiltonian ns figure on an easy triumph. Fulton Park meets Mill street at Hamil- ton at 2:45 D. m. while Washing ton plays Waterville at Washing ton Park at 2 o'clock.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
Right of Way on
 Public Highway
MOtOrist on ThOrOughfare Has Advantage of One Entering From Private Entrance Judge Rules

Automobile drivers using pub lie highway have the right of way over a car entering that highWay from private entrance, proVi- ded the driver of the former car is exercising due care and is not operating his machine in a neSli- gent manner, according to de- cision rendered in the common pleas court this morning by Judge Edward J. Finn. This timely de- cision was rendered in ihe case of Albert Chounard against Will liam F. Tyrrell in which judgment Is found for the defendant to re- cover $58 and costs.
 The plaintiff sought $500 dam ages against the defendant as a result of injuries and damages to his motorcycle following col lision on Watertown avenue, near the International Sales x Truck salesroom, last october 18th. Ac- cording to Chounard's complaint he was proceeding along the ave nue when TyrreIl drove his car from q private entrance onto the avenue and collided with the mo- torcycle. A passenger in the side car of the motorcycle was thrown clear over the hood of the automobile of the defendant.
 Attorney Michael V. Mansfield, eprcsenting the plaintiff argued that Chounard had the right of way inasmuch as he was on a public highway Attorney Willia m K. Lawlor, appearing for the de- fendant, presented the argument that his client was exercising due care, while the plaintiff was oper- atinG in negligent manner. In q cross complaint, Tyrrell sued for $500 damages.
 Judge Finn finds that choun- ard was not exercising due care when the collision occurred The defendants car was being oper- ated at the time by his son, who was exercising due care while the plaintiff was driving in d negli- gent manner. the decision states. He points out that the plaintiff sought to prove his right to dam ages on the grounds that the plaintiff was entitled 10 the right of way. Judge Finn explains that right of way did not enter this case because the plaintiff was not using due care and because he was driving in a negligent manner.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
THOMASTON
WET WEATHER
 IS BAD FOR HAY
Only Few Have Crop Har= vested-New Bath
 Houses at Park

The continued wet weather Of the past few days has delayed the farmers in this section in the harV- esti1p of their hay crops. some or the juckv one have their crops Tn the barns, but most of the hay fields in this section still are await ing good weather 10 be cut. owing 10 the rain early in the spring the hay crop this season IS or gooo quality and unusually heavy. on one niece of an acre of land 27 load of hay was produced which is a record in this section.
 New Bath Houses at State Park
 A new 40-foot bathhouSe with toilets has been erected at Black Rock state park in the new sectlon recently opened tip in the orchard A new road was built to this loca- tion in early spring, and the new bath house has eliminated some or the congestion at the maln park. Tables have been erected for fam ilv picnics in the orchard section and many family gatherings are selecting this part of the park lE preference to the main park. Harry Saunders, caretaker who has been ill for a few days, is able to be about once more.
 Ball Game Thursday Evening
 The Crescent Boys club ball team of Waterbury will be here for a game Thursday evening with the Junior Suuires team of the Knights of Columb bus. The game will be played on the Sanford avenue field and will get started at s :l5 c clock.
 Briefs
 Mir and Mrs Lawrence Ryan of South Main strete and guests mo tored over the Bear Mountain bridge in New York state Monday.
 Gasceon lodge, Knights of Pythias will meet in Pythian hall Thursday evening at 8 o'clock.
 Mrs Arthur Zolbin of New Ha- ven spent the week end in town, the guest of her parents, MT and Mrs E. P. Nase.
 Walter Ipman attended sales mems convention at south Nor walk last evening in the interests of the Johnston Auto station of Clay street.
 Le Roy Chids has taken q po- sition as chauffeur for the land scape department Of the state. He was formerly employed by the Innes Brothers.
 Miss Edith Poit is confined 10 her home on Gilbert street with d attack of rheumatism.
 Miss Bea Galway. delegate from the McGivneN Circle, Daughters of Isabella to the national convention in Boston, Mass, has returned 10 her home on Bristol street.
 Harold Pelton has bought q new sport coupe from William II. Lyons.
 Miss Marion Hellinck, student nurse at the Children's hospital io Hamden was the guest of her par ents over Sunday.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
WILL FIGHT WILL
 MADE BY RECLUSE
Stamford Relatives of Springfield Man Say Wife Used Some Undue Influence

Stamford, Conn, July 22.-- OCPD The niece and nephew of James A. Weed, recluse who died at Springfield, Mass, July z, in his S5th year, charged to-day that un- due influence had been brought to bear on him in the execution of his will under which his estate. worth several hundred thousand dollars. is left his wife, former fortune teller.
 Those contesting the will in pro- bate court here are Mrs. Margaret Weed Douglas and Hugh H. C.. Weed. Weeds wife was the former Mrs. Lillian Starr of Stamford.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22

Waterbury and Bridgeport. It is expected that in the near future an additional office will be estab- lished elsewhere in southern Fair field county.
 The new organization is the on- ly one operating in this territory which has a charter from the American Automobile Association, the largest federation of motorists In the world. The statement by club officials also emphasizes the fact that the new organization is the only non-profit civic motor club operating in southern Con- necticut. It will be the aim of the Connecticut Motor Club to render q modern motoring service to it's 7,500 members.
 In addition, the officers are about to engage upon intensive public service activities, including the teaching of safety in the public schools, sign posting the highways and general projects to do with the attraction of tourist travel to Con- necticut. It is understood that the new organization has the hearty cooperation of state. city and town officials. and it's policy of paying rewards for the arrest and conviction of hit-and-run drivers and automobile thieves will be continued.
 The officers and directors of the Connecticut Motor Club are as fol- lows President Samuel A. Moyle, Branford first vice-presi- dent Harry B. Kennedy, New Haven; second vice-president - Frank IT. Gates, Derby: third vice. president Edward T. Bucking ham, Bridgeport; Treasurer-Dr Henry r. Sage, New Haven: gen. eraI manager - K. Edwin Steele, New Haven.
 The directors will include the officers and A. V. Bodine. Bridge port: Rodney P. Shepard, New town: Senator Albert F.. Lavery, Fairfield; C. l.. English, Ansonia: A. J. Sperry. East Haven; V. F. Larson. Hamden; c. J. Benjamin, Milford; H. D. Baldwin, New Ha- ven; C. T. Mcclure, New Haven; F.. A klatte.. Seymour: J N. Sins abaugh shelton; D. W. Lanouette' Wallingford: H. B. Dow, Water bury; C. H. W. Newton. Water bury: C. K. Traver. West Haven.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
LOCAL AUTO CLUB MERGES WITH BRIDGEPORT
Membership Of 7,5OO Registered;
 Adopt New Name
Seek Statewide ganzation-Mayor Buckingham of Bridgeport Becomes Vice-President of New Unit-EnIarge Board of Directors

The Waterbury Branch of the New. Haven County Automobile club, New England's largest A. A. A. club, is involved in a merger with the Automobile Club of Bridgeport which has been decid- ed upon by officials of both bodies Announcement of the merger was made this morning. The new club will be known as the Connecticut Motor Club. Efforts are being made to form a statewide organ ization. At present, with the mer- ger of the New Haven County Club and the Bridgeport Club, the membership is over 7,50O. The Bridgeport Club is one of the old est motoring clubs in the east.
 Charter for the Connecticut Mo- tor club was issued from the na- tional headquarters of the Amerl- can Automobile Association on Thursday last, at which time the charters of the old New Haven County Automobile Club and the Automobile Club of Bridgeport be- came imperative
 Samuel A. Moyle, who was pres ident of the New Haven County Automobile Club, will head the new organization, while the off cers and board of directors of that club will retain their former po- sitions.
 Mayor Edward T. Buckingham, of Bridgeport, former president or the Bridgeport Club, will become a vice-president of the new unit, while Senator Albert F.. Lavery, or Fairfield; Alfred Bodine, or Bridgeport; and Rodney y. Shep- ard, of Newtown, will be added to the board of directors, for the pur- pose of representing Fairfield county.
 R. Edwin Steele, general mana ger of the New Haven Club will Do directly in charge of the newly formed organization.
 The Connecticut Motor Club Will maintain it's offices in New Haven
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22

Norristown, Pa, July 22.-(UP) Emulating the traditions of the famed Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Dominick Christopher, of Greensburg. Pa, trailed the alleged slayer of his cousin for five years.
 And to-day he caused the cap ture of Tony Bazzi of Bridgeport near here, after a terrific battle in the doorway of Bazzi's home.
 Christopher's cousin, James Da- mito, was slain in Skidmore. su- burb of Greensburg, on Novem- ber 6, 1926, and since then he has relentlessly followed the trail of the man he believed killed Da- mito.
 Chief of County Detectives John stevenson said BaZzi confessed to the killing.
 Damito or D'AmicO as the local police authorities are inclined to believe was a former resident of Waterbury. A check-up was made
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
Abolish Receivership
 For Bria Drug Co.
Atty McGrath Discharged as Recever-Business to
 Continue Under Agreement of Stockholders

in superior court in September provided the receiver deemed that step necessary.
 News that q receiver had been appointed for the Bria Drug Go last week was received on all sides with regret as the store on North Main street was one of the popu- lar institutions in the city. As a result of this mornings hearing the two drug stores will continue on the same scale as before, eX- cepting that MT Bria will operate the East Main street store him self
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
ELECTED HEAD
 OF HOTEL MEN
Ralph Hitz of New York Was Elected President of Benefit Association

Boston, July 22-UP)-Ralph Hitz of New York was elected president of the Hotel Mems Mu- tual Benefit Association of the United States and Canada here last night
 The session was held in connec- ton with the annual meeting of the American Hotel Mems associ- ation.
 Roy Watson of Rochester, Minn, was chosen vice president, and John K. Blatchford of Chicago was elected secretary-treasu for the 35th time.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
Stocks Thrown Into
 Selling Craze Over
 Deadlock In London
English Pound Dropped, French Franc Went Up

nearly 3 points to 119 and Worth. ington Pump lost nearly 2 points to 49H.
 and Foreign Power, sending that issue down more than a point. In- ternational Telephone also was de- pressed sharply.
 German government per cent bonds (Dawes plan issue) broke to SSA off 2A on a block of $S4,o0o plan loan) dropped to 63A off 1ss on a block of $12,000 par value.
 Cotton futures in New York sold off to 12 points at the opening in line with easiness in foreign cot ton markets. Sugar futures eased i to points
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22

 ACHIEVEMENTS FILED

The following compensation agreements were filed today at the office of the commissioner: Wa terbury Ash Removing Company and Donate Dadona of 23 Division street. strained back. s16.75 week. ly; Torrington Water Company and Joseph Bement of Torringtsr. toe injury. s10.05 weekly; Con necticut Forestry Department and M. Lorenzo of Lakeville. foot in- jury. s6.57 weekly.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
MID-OCEAN AIRPORTS KEY
 TO TRANSATLANTIC SAFETY

Salt Lake City - (UP) -- Only when mid-ocean airports are es- tablished will trans-oceanic flying be practical and safe. said Lieu tenant Walter Hinton, the first man to fly the Atlantic.
 ocean flying at present is do- ing the same for aviation as auto mobile racing did for the automo- bile industry years ago." he re- marked.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
Catch Slayer Of
 Former Local Man
Tony Bazzi Confessed Killing of James Damito, One
 Time Resident of Waterbury

day on police records for the past five years, but without any successful results. No mention was found of any complaint being lodged here at the time of the shooting.
 Captain William F. keegan, chief inspector of the local detec- tive bureau, expects to receive some inquiries from the Norris town police if Damito was actually living here at the time of his Wo lent death
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
GOT MORE BACK
 THAN HE OWNED
Parole Officers Pocket Picked and Contents Returned With Some Extra Money

Chicago. July 22-(UP) - State Parole Officer M. H. Cone was de- cidedly angry when he discovered a pickpocket had stolen his wallet, $11. his badge, and his identifica- tion card.
 All his anger had disappeared to-day, however, after the wallet was returned through the mail with its contents the same except that instead of $11 there was $15.
 "It looks like some paroled pickpocket is trying to bribe me" he commented.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
FOUR DIED FROM
 HEAT IN MASS.
Hot Up That Way Again To-day, But Showers Have Been Promised

Boston, July -CUP)-Four eastern Massachusetts residents have been killed by humid heat which persisted to-day despite last nights showers.
 The victims were George C.. Craig, 62, of Salem, Theodore Ton. fordc, 51, of Wollaston, Mrs Emma Jenness. S1, of Lynn, and Myron II. Belcher, 55, of West Bridge. water.
 Cloudiness prevailed and further showers which would bring relief were anticipated.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22

Ranking. July 22 - tUP) - Chna's two most powerful wea" pons - public opinion and boy colt were aimed at Japan to- day.
 The first took the form of a diplomatic note reciting, in terms calculated to stir interest both at home and abroad. d series Of "wrongs done China in middle
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
BROKE NECK AND
 DIDN'T KNOW IT
Sixteen Year -Old High School Boy Has Been Walking Around for Two Days

Flint. Mich. July 22.-(UP).- A. Vern Forth, 16-year-old high school student, has been walking around for two days with a broken neck, physicians said to-day.
 Young Fortin was injured Sun day when he dived into four feet of water at swimming pool and struck his head on the bottom. His injury did not appear serious and 1t was not until last night that doctor was called to examine him. Ut is the most remarkable case I ever saw" said Dr. Leon M. Bogart.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
REDUCE SALARIES

Monreal. July 22.-UP)-An- nouncement of 10 per cent reduce ton in salaries on the Canada n National Railways affecting all sal aries in excess of $3.600 per year, during the next ten months from August 1st, was made by Sir Henry w. Thornton, chairman and presi- dent of the Canadian National Railway
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22
TRAFFIC LIGHT
 WAS HIS UNDOINC
Truckman Stopped for It and Dry Men Boarded Truck and Found Plenty

Portsmouth, N. IT,, July .22.- UP)-When Thomas Barry, 27, of Everett, stopped motor truck at q traffic light here to-day, two Portland, Me, customs officers stepped aboard, uncovered 50 cases and three kegs of assorted liquors. and arrested him on a charge of concealing smuggled goods.
 The seizure took place at State and Pleasant streets, opposite the local customs building. Barry was held under $5.0O0 bond pending court action. He was driving south ward at the time of the arrest.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-07-22

A family quarrel at 21 Pleasant street this morning terminated in Mrs. Ignazio Trotta being removed to St. Mary's hospital with two knife wounds about the face, while her husband was taken to police headquarters, where he was booked on the charge of assault. About three stitches were required to close the wounds in Mrs. Trotta's