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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Oh, Father Of
 All Mercies
the safety of the republic and tn betterment of humanity"
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the safety of the republic and the betterment of humanity"
 Every period of history. he said, has been dominated by the charac- as 2 result civilization had gone up and down ''like an elevator"
 Lincoln, he declared, was the dominating figure of his age, an age when the ever present struggle "be- tween two principles--right and wrong was most bitter.
 That same struggle, he declared. again has reached a crisis, because of "to-day's soils of combined ated a demand for "another Lin- coin" a man of powerful character to dominate the age in the interest of right"
 Freedom of the individual was then made sure," Murray said in speaking of the results of Lincoln's s
 And" he continued, "the happi- ness and prosperity of the home is quirement.
 The flag then threatened by selfishness and brutal slavery is now threatened by cowardly cabinets, with political leadership degenerat- ing into a mercenary appeal to block groups of voters; with states manship seeking Q remedy through intrigue and barter: with the laws uneQually enforced and governmen mt weak for the strong. Such is the menace that confronts the banner of the republic"
 Another speaker, Ambassador Katsuji Debuchi of Japan, declared Lincoln is not only great Amer jean; he is great man of the world"
 Debuchi declared that a Lincoln idealism" in international relations i,, the "best path to-day to friendly cooperation throughout the world"
 Lincoln Brcvitics
 New York, Feb 12-CUP)-Abra- . ham Lincoln's great grand-father who went from Pennsylvania to Virginia may have been Quaker, according to a vague tradition" cited by Lincoln himself in a letter to Solomon Lincoln who was seek ing to establish 8 relationship.
 Two letters from the emancipator to Solomon Lincoln bearing on Lin- coln's little known ancestors have been obtained by Dr A. s. w. Ros- enbach, who revealed their contents to-day.
 towing to my father being left an orphan at the age Of six years Tn poverty and in new country, he became a wholly uneducated man which I suppose is the reason I know 50 little of our family history he wrote, in part.
 Elizabeth, N. J., Feb 12-UP)- An old flower basket preserved after its contents withered and died re- minds the family of Mir and Mrs Sedgwick R. Woodruff of Abraham Lincoln's thoughtfulness. When Lin- coin was inaugurated, Woodruff's E father was among the attendants as member of the staff of Governor Ward. His wife would not attend because of illness. When Lincoln heard of her illness. he sent her the basket of flowers.
 Chicago, Feb 12.-UP)-Abra- ham Lincoln-a kindly young law yer who ate sandwiches and drank beer but never got drunk or used profanity-was recalled to-day by the silver-haired old man who drove the presidents carriage in his youth, John Comstock. 83.
 When II years old. Comstock gave us his career as a jockey to drive for Lincoln.
 "I got 25 cents a day." Comstock said. "and my bed and board" Lincoln was 6 country lawyer al Springfield. I'll. and Comstock drove
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
STATE OF CONNECTICUT. District

STATE OF CONNECTICUT, District
 of Waterbury. ss. Probate Court,
 February 12th, 1881.
 ESTATE OF Jane Byron, late of the Town of Waterbury, in said Dis- trict. deceased.
 The Court of Probate for the Dis- trict of Waterbury. hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts properly attested within said time. will be debarred . recov- cry. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make imme- diate payment to
 TERRENCE F. CARMoDY. 2-12-3t Executor.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

  Senator Reed, a republican, spoke very enthusiastically In favor of the measure and called attention to the increasing number of fatal acci- dents on state highways due to lack of proper protection for pedestrians.
 Two years ago Senator Lawlor made very determined attempt to have the bill reported favorably to the general assembly. but the com- mittee failed to take the desired &C., ton. This year. judging by general sentiment, the measure is very con- fidently expected to be placed before the general legislature for official &C., ton.
 The hearing commenced at o'clock and proved to be one of the largest attended sessions of the pres ent week.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

More than 1000 San Quentin prisoners took correspondence
 courses from the University of Cali
 fornia the past school year.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Motion Picture Bill

Hartford, Feb 12-Timothy J. Garren, president of the Waterbury Motion Picture Operators, appeared before the Judiciary committee here this afternoon and urged favorable action on a bill sponsored by the Connecticut Association of Operat- ors. The measure calls for the pres encc of at least two operators in booths where sound picture ma chimes are in operation. At present many of the larger theaters of the state have compiled with the re- quests of local unions and the state organizations. There are presently, however, number of theaters, which have manifested an indiffer- ence to the operators petition. Mem- bers of the committee were given some technical information concern ing the nature of the duties of op- orators. They were also very en- phatically informed that sound pie lures are operated at 8 risk if only one man is working in the booth.
 More than 20 various local organ- izations of the state were in attend ance at the hearing. MT Garren's remarks. which were of some length. but very interAsting and convincing, were endorsed by other speakers.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Local Bar Bills.

Hartford. Feb 12.-To-morrow the Judiciary committee will hold a hear ing on two bills of interest to the Waterbury Bar association. Both concern district hearings of the su- perior court in both New Haven and Litchfie1d counties.
 One bill proposes that the City of Meriden be made a district in which superior court cases are tried, sharing the present arrangement made for both Waterbury and New Haven. Sponsors of the bill declare that the New Haven county should have three instead of the present two. An anticipated increase in the number of judges is expected to take care ofor any necessary assignments to that city.
 The second bill calls for four ses- sions of the Litchfield county SUI perior court, three for Winsted and one for Litchfield.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
SOMETHING WRONG

SOMETHING WRONG
 STATION MASTER: Is that man who fell off the train all right? PORTER: Yes, but he sounds like as if he's lost his sense of humor.- Smiths Weekly. Sydney.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
WHAT THE PRESS AGENTS SAY

,by an excellent surrounding pro-
 gram is shown at 2:20, 4:40, 7:0o and 9:30.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

FIRE INSURANCE-The cost of fire insurance is only a few cents a day. Can you afford to go without 't9 and your family if you were burned out tonight. See Hayden's, 60 South Main St. Phone 5977,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
N E E D Nj o N E Y 1? $lO TO $500

within 24 Hours You get full amount of your loaE in cash--no deductions. The only charge is 3 ts Q per month on unpaid, amounts of loan. From 1 day to almost 2 years to repay if you wish. Strict privacy. Come in. phone or write for full informat ton.
 Second Floor Pritchard Bldg. 199 Bank St. Phone 2G5G
 Waterbury. Conn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
AnnOuncen7enfs
Lost and Found

POODLE-Dog found. Owner may have by proving property and pay. ing for ad. Phone 6-2l63-M.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

ATWOOD'S FOR A GOOD CAR 193O De Soto 8 Cyl Sedan 1930 Chrysler Sedan-Like new 1880 Dodge Sedan 1928 Packard Sport Rdster 1929 Chrysler Sport Rdster 1880 Ford Tour Sedan 1880 Ford Roadster-Like new 1880 Ford Coupe
 100 Others from $15.00 Up
 Try Us for a Square Deal
 ATWOOD BROS. 249 North Main St. Tel AHA 452 Meadow St. Tel 1264
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

1929 FORD CABRIOLET-With rum ble seat. A spiffy looking and per- forming sport job. Come in and see 1t: $115 down makes it yours. THE FORD DEALER, 481 Meadow St. Phone 317O
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

AIS BARGAIN HOUSE We have used cars in all types - it's economy to buy here now. l930 De Sota Sedan 1930 Oldsmobile Sedan
 1880 Plymouth Sedan .. 1929 Pontiac Sedan
 1929 Ford Sedan
 1929 Essex Coach
 1927 Buick Coupe 1928 Pontiac Coupe
 1926 Mercer Sport Roadster 1929 Rec Tudor Sedan
 1929 Chevrolet Tudor 1929 Essex Sedan AIS: Connecticut's Largest Used Car Dealer. 1 to 2 years to pay. We do our own financing. Tel 4532 3c9 No Main St Open Sunday al! day. Evenings till
 9 o'clock
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il Service statiops-Repairins

HIRE A CAR-DRIVE IT YOUH-
 SELF"-Closed autos. Storage and
 repairing. Holster radios, Vesta bat
 teries. The Capitol Garage. 309 North Main St. Phone 5178. AUTO ELECTRICAL WORK-1gnj. ton specialists. Battery and brake service. shas. c. Penniman, 16 Brown St. Phone 5584.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Bustnese Announcements
Automobiles
Autos and Trucks For Sale.

1929 FORD COACH-There's excellent worth and real performance in this steal for someone at the marked down full price of $285. Terms ii desired. See 1t for yourself. THE FORD DEALER, 481 Meadow St. Phone 317O,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Sidewalks for
 the Highways

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Governor Was
 Turned Down

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22 Situations Wanfed-Womcn

WANTED - Family washings or laundry of any kind; done at home by thoroughly experienced young American woman, at reasonable prices. Called for and delivered. Each wash done separately. Tel 6-1732.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

IF YOU have perplexing insurance problems. we shall welcome your in- quiries. An office writing all forms of indemnity-Life, Liability, Per- sonal Accident. Fire and Bonds.
 McEvoY. INC.
 51 West Main St. Tel 9s
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Business Service
64 Pressing and Tailoring

CLEANING, dressing and Repairing of the better kind. Work called for and delivered. Mosel, 23 Abbott Ave. Tel. 27S9.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12
Employment
Men Wanted.

YOUNG LADIES-Catholic: desirable positions calling on Catholic fam
 ceptionally well; experience not es- sential. Call 5-6, 42 Bank St. Suite 2.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1931-02-12

WANTED position as chauffeur or mechanic. Can make own repairs. IS yearsF experience. Harry B.. Francis, 26 Brewster St, city.
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
Museum Needed For
Delaware Relics

Delaware for many years has
been a mecca for antique gatherers,
who have come from far and wide
to purchase old pieces. At the pres
ent time Delaware has been, to a
great extent, stripped of her price
less treasures, and at the auction
sale at the late J. G.. Hollands res
idence this past summer, many fine
pieces were purchased by outsiders.
l believe that we as the people OF
Milford should preserve this house,
and fill it again with antiques and
use it for a public museum. There
are several antique dealers in our
State, and several are making note
worthy attempts to gather together
the best antiques in the State. Mr..
Kirkby of Houston, Delaware, has an
antique store and is engaged in the
work of restoring antiques. Mr..
Kirkby cordially invites the public
to view his shop. Mr.. Kirkby takes
great interest in antiques, and is
willing to pay good price for all
antiques or old prints, books, pic
lures and other old articles. Mr..
Kirkby hopes to be able some day to
have a museum of his own where he
can have a collection of early Della
ware furniture, and help the people
to realize some of the past gran
deur of their native State. At the
present time Mr.. Kirkby has a fine
old print of George Washington
which has been shown to the Sen
ior English class. He also has nu-
merous platters purchased at the
sale. 1t would be a splen-
did thing if all of the antique deal
ers in the State would meet and
try to set aside some place where
Delaware could have an antique
museum, and I can think of no
place finer than the old Holland |
Mansion. a fitting home for art |
treasures.
-Yerkes 81 |
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
World Famous AW-
ator Visits Milford
Save For The Future
Think Before Withdrawing

1t is surprising how much the
school savings decreases just be-
fore Christmas and when school
stops in June. At Christmas, a few
weeks before the holidays start, the
amount deposited is painfully
small. The money not deposited is
saved and often What is already in
the bank is withdrawn to be spent
for the Yuletide gifts.
Vacation comes and again the
money is drawn upon. There is so
much to do! Camping, visits to sea-
shores, and motoring. Dozens Of de-
lightful things waiting to be done
and to gobble up our money.
However, would it not be much
better instead of spending it at the
end of each term, to save it until
the end of the Senior year? Then it
might come in very handy for
graduation necessities, college eX-
penses or a nest egg for the future.
We are thankful then of the times
we didn't go to the movies, and the
Choco-Pics we did without after
school. All pennies to be banked ON
Tuesday.
M. BrulatOur
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
President" Yerkes Views
The Coming Mid Years

In a few more weeks our school
will start the mid-year examina-
tions. At present most of the tea
chers have started on review work,
in order that their scholars may
freshen their memories on such
things that caused the greatest diff
ficulties. AS we approach mid-years
we can not help but notice how pO-
lite we are becoming. 1t seems as
though Christmas, and mid-years
calls for little extra show of defer
ence on our part. First before
Christmas to our parents, and Sec
ondly before mid-years to our teach
ers. 1t is at this time that apples
have come into play, as a means of
establishing firmer bond between
pupil and teacher. Small boys fight
for the position of erasing the
boards, and the larger boys show ex-
treme eagerness to keep the room
properly ventilated. Girls too are
just a little brisker in responding
during recitation. In all, the sea-
son before mid-years is one of gen
eral good feeling. At certain recent
meetings our various instructors
are discussed and their good merits
are expounded by orators who are
proud pOssessOrs of a slightly silver
tongue. Ways and means are sug-
gested that will be conducive of pro-
noting a better attitude among
those who have been slightly on the
wane. The grapevine telegraph is
suggested but is vetoed by the girls
who desire something more dramat-
ic. At the close of the school day
numerous indeed are they who miss
their busses in order that they may
escort their teachers home. Many
lads show great willingness to crank
their teachers cars. Surely the man
who said gallantry is missing in the
goth century is wrong. For some of
us fellows need but little inducement
to emulate the chivalry of a dozen
Walter Raleighs. However, under all
of this gallantry, a great machine is
running, oiled by the sweat of task
that has been completed, and fueled
by the determination of these gal
lants to succeed. Much midnight oil
is being consumed, and like knights
Of old our armOr is being repolished
before the battle. In our case, how
ever, our buckler and armor is what
we know and the polish that we are
using. is that called extra study. We
all need this polish. Our lance is
our initiative which will conquer for
us if we will but yield it. Let us
grid OH our armor, and overcome
this first barrier which is a prov
ing test for the strength of our mail.
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
ENROUTE TO FLORIDA AND
SWITZERLAND AT SAME TIME

The fourth grade in Miss Carter's
room are starting on trip to Swift
zerland. While there they expect to
learn many interesting things about
the Swiss people and their homes,
food, work, and clothing.
The following boys and girls had
perfect attendance during Decem-
ber: Eleanor Emery, Virginia Wro-
ten, Emma Whaley, Elizabeth Webb,
Frances Waddington, Pearl .Tatman,
Evelyn Stevenson, Edna Simpson,
Elizabeth POstles, Frances Pearson,
Stella Orkin, Ruth Murphy, Anne
Murphy, Peggy ManlOve, Ray Scar
borough, Gene Scott, Edwin Smith,
Jay Smith, Walter Townsend, Rus
sell Trader, Harold Watson. John
Williams, Pierce Williamson, and
Charles Zeni.
The automobile race 10 Florida
has started again and the Ford is
leading with 784 miles. The Austin
is second with 722 miles.
Each member of this class made
a diary on Monday to keep for
week. It has proven SO interesting
we are going to make another to
cover a longer period OF time.
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
Junior High Teacher
Likes Milford Pupils
Mrs. Hattie N. WaterhOuso

Mrs. Waterhouse before her mar
riage was Miss Birch. She was born
near London, Ontario, and went to
the London Collegiate Institute. She
continued her education at the
StrathrOy Collegiate Institute. She
graduated from there and went to
the Toronto Normal School. After
her graduation from there, she
taught at different schools of On
tario. She was principal of one
| school. Just before she went to
Normal her family moved to Michi-
gan. After she graduated from Nor
may she taught in Michigan for one
year in a graded school. Soon Miss
Birch returned to London and
taught for several more years. Ill
ness in the family brought her once
more to Michigan. Intending to be-
come a stenographer or bookkeeper,
she went to the Ferris Institute at
Big Rapids, Michigan. She took
commercial work and graduated
from there. Mr.. Ferris advised her
to teach as there was a scarcity of
COlnlllGICldl LCaCllClO at LAclL IlllACs
She taught in the Main Township
High School at Des PLANES, Illinois,
for five years at the head of the
commercial department. Wishing to
see more of the world, she went to
Saltwater, Minnesota, where she
again taught commercial work for
two years. At Saltwater, Miss Birch
changed her name to Waterhouse.
She did not teach any more until she
came to Delaware. She had two ap-
pOintments under the Civil Service
which she gained by examination.
The first was as POstmistress at
Blaine, Michigan. The second ap-
pointment was during the World
War. She was appointed bookkeep-
or at the Portermaster Generals Or
flee in Washington, D. c. This she
never served because the Armistice
was signed. She was bOokkeeper at
the Co-operators Store of which her
husband had charge. They came to
Milford, Delaware, in 1925. Mrs. Wa |
terhouse had no idea of teaching, |
but was urged to by several of her |
friends. She then secured the posi-
tiOn of seventh grade teacher in
Milford Grammar School. She taught |
tile seventh grade for two years;
then she was changed to. the eighthi
grade. This is her fourth year OF
eighth grade teaching. Mrs. Water
house has travelled quite extensively
during her early life. She has been
to Florida, California, Portland Ex-
position, and down the st. Lawrence
River as far as Montreal. She has
been in most every State in the I'm
ion. Most of her travelling was done
before she was married. She spent
her summer vacation in Canada and
the United States. She has visited
most of the points of interest in our
country. She is q popular Junior
High teacher with brown hair,
wears glasses and has smile most
of the time. Mrs. Waterhouse says
that after having taught in four
states and parts of Canada she finds
that the boys and girls of Milford
are as we'll behaved as those of any
school.
Dorothy Murphy 81
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
A Hundred Years Ago

Let us turn back the pages Of his
I tory to yesterday a hundred years
ago. 1t is January Is, 1881, and ex-
citement fills the air. The merry
making is to celebrate the first loco
motive in the United States. Cheers
and shouts go up until one can
hardly speak amid the din.
Down the newly laid track comes
the expected engine. On it comes
until a quick jerk brings it to a
stop.
In front of the locomotive we see
a protruding, V-shaped, metal frame.
This removes stubborn cattle from
the tracks. Now for just an instant
our attention is held by tall smoke
stack from which cinders, sparks
and heavy, black smoke belches.
How tall and peculiar it looks!
Next we hear as well as see the
huge bell which is being rung by a
stout cord. Then there is the queer
platform upon which is large bar
rel containing water for the neces-
sary steam.
der coated ladies and men who have
tried in vain to keep their clean ap-
pearance. The result was very
bad one.
The train starts a volley of SCOT
and cinders. Finally with jerks and
coughs the train moves on down the
track and so let us move up the
year. 1t is 1881.
Coming toward us we see a fast
oncoming locomotive swift, sure,
ard powerful pulling with ease its
hundred cars. Every line from the
engine to end is suggesting swift
ness.
In it there is a dining-car, a pull
man car, a bath, sleeping cOmpart-
ments, and etc., every convenience
of the home.
Now the Fasteners are able in
short time to receive the Western
products, fresh and direct. The
South can send her raw materials
to the North and vice versa. Always
going onward so the locomotive pro-
crosses.
You have seen the change in the
last hundred years since on January
IS, 1881, the United States saw her
first locomotive. You see now the
remarkable progress up to January
Is. 1881 What will we have hun
dred years from now on January 10, !
2O31?
Virginia Simpson |
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
Seniors Entertain With
Christmas Party

The Seniors gave an entertain
ment for Christmas in the auditor
ium of the new school, Tuesday, the
last day of school. The program was
as follows:
Orchestra.
Lords Prayer.
Address of Welcome, Robert
Yerkes.
Reading, Dorothy Murphy.
Play, "Such a Quiet Evening"
Ruth Kitchens
Elizabeth James
Kathryn Morrison
Townsend Parvis
Song, "Silent Night" led by Rob
ert Yerkes.
Jokes, Ruth Kitchens. Mary Vim
yard and Jennie WoOtten.
Presentation of Gifts and Cards,
from each class.
The Senior class enjoyed having
Mrs. Rosa present at the assembly
and we are very glad that she is
back with us to stay.
Jennie Lee Wootten
Milford chronicle., 1931-01-16
New Gymnasium Well
Equipped

Our new gymnasium is now fully
equipped with the exception of net
to keep the balls from going against
the new stage curtain. All the boys
and girls have tennis shoes so the
floor will not be marred in any
way. This is 4 great advantage. The
floor is now being used a great deal
for basketball practice, although Mr..
Bowdle is having his regular Gym
classes.
Both of the basketball teams, boys
and girls, are going to be equipped
with new basketball suits. At home
games both squads, including all
those out for basketball will be on
the floor, more for acquainting them
with handling the ball while they
are being watched by others instead
Of just the teams themselves.
Emphasis is being placed more on
basketball in the Freshman and
Sophomore classes than any other,
in order to build up school spirit for
the years to come. So far most of
Mr.. Bowdles time has been taken in
coaching the varsity squads, but
now that the schedule has started,
he is going to give Junior High two
days a week, or other days when
there are games.
A new gymnasium is being start
ed over in the other school and
program is going to be started over
there as far down as the third
grade. Mr.. Bowdle is thinking of
having a leader corps under his sU-
pervision. Physical Education is to
be compulsory next year through all
the higher grades. Everyone thinks
this will be a very good thing in
many respects.
Kathryn Morrison 81